IFS has announced plans to strengthen its Middle East operations by opening its new office in Dubai and expanding its channel partner network to reinforce regional business.
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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 4524
Qualys inks new deal to secure Microsoft Azure
Qualys has announced an embedded partnership with Microsoft integrating Qualys Vulnerability Management and Qualys Container Security into Microsoft Azure.
Google enters wearables market with $2.1 billion Fitbit deal
Alphabet Inc-owned Google has announced plans to buy Fitbit in a deal that values the wearable device maker at nearly $2.1 billion, the companies said in an announcement.
Twitter to stop political ads amid Facebook controversy
Twitter is stopping all political advertising on the social media platform globally starting November 22nd, CEO and Co-Founder Jack Dorsey …
Toshiba Gulf warns partners to steer clear of grey market goods
Toshiba Gulf has recently issued a memo to its channel partners, warning them of the implications of trading its products in the grey market as well as selling counterfeit products.
LG, Qualcomm team up to advance automotive experiences
LG Electronics (LG) and Qualcomm Technologies have announced plans to work together to further develop webOS Auto, LG’s connected in-vehicle infotainment system.
Saudi Arabia gears up to host Global AI Summit next year
Saudi Arabia has officially announced the Global AI Summit, a new global-level platform to promote the development of artificial intelligence (AI) and related technologies.
Smart Dubai to accelerate real estate sector with advanced tech
Smart Dubai has partnered with real estate portal Property Finder to promote the use of advanced technologies to enhance people’s real estate journey.
Airbus touts secure communications offerings at BIDEC
Airbus is showcasing its diverse portfolio of mission-critical offerings at the 2nd edition of Bahrain International Defense Exhibition & Conference.
Saudi Arabia VC investments to reach $500M annually by 2025
The Saudi Technology Ventures report highlighted that venture capital (VC) investments in Saudi Arabia are growing rapidly, and yearly invested capital has the potential to expand tenfold to $500 million in 2025.