The US-based platform for freelancers and entrepreneurs is also the first blockchain project to be accepted by Oracle Startup System making it the official partner of Oracle Corporation.
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UAE airline offers special WhatsApp service to passengers
Etihad Airways has launched a WhatsApp Business solution, allowing guests to communicate instantly with the airline via the popular messaging app.1 4625
Facebook suspends 200 apps as part of data misuse probe
Facebook has reportedly suspended “around 200” applications on its platform as part of an investigation into misuse of private user data.
Saudi Arabia hosts workshops to fill 30,000 IT jobs
Public, private, and academic partnerships are making high-demand digital skills accessible to Saudi youth and helping the Kingdom fill the 30,000 IT jobs gap which will contribute to achieving Saudi Vision 2030 talent development goals, global technology company SAP announced.
Abu Dhabi digitises visa and permit-related services
Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) has announced the official launch of ACCESSADGM, a fully digital, integrated online client portal.
Abu Dhabi pushes forward with secure and intelligent city vision
Abu Dhabi Monitoring and Control Centre (ADMCC) has announced a strategic collaboration with Dell EMC driven towards achieving their ambitious vision to build a secure and intelligent city.
Lockheed Martin opens robotics lab in Jordan
Lockheed Martin has announced the sponsorship of a robotics laboratory at King’s Academy in Jordan.
DEWA, DSOA team up to achieve UAE’s renewable energy goals
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA), to build strategic partnerships and enhance coordination and mutual support for the success of international events that highlight renewable energy initiatives and sustainability.
Girls Power Tech: Inspiring young women of the future
In a global effort to encourage and empower young women to pursue careers in STEM fields, Cisco is supporting Girls in ICT Day through its Girls Power Tech initiative.
RTA launches Dubai’s first 24/7 smart customer service centre
The centre has two self-service machines, which provide a range of services for licensing of drivers and vehicles as well as services related to NOCs.
UAE’s Mars mission will inspire future generations, says minister
UAE’s Mission to Mars will not only contribute to scientific knowledge, but also inspire the next generation, according to Minister of State for Advanced Sciences Sarah bin Yousef Al Amiri.