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Ooredoo Oman, National Electricity Centre ink IoT agreement
Ooredo Oman and NEC have signed a deal to establish an Internet of Things (IoT) network system to facilitate of wireless technologies, micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS), micro services and the internet.1 6282
TRA Bahrain rolls out new SIM card verification regulations
“It was brought to our attention that consumers have had multiple SIM cards in their name without their knowledge, and they discovered they had to pay for services they never asked for. This, of course, was unacceptable and TRA had to take action,” said the TRA’s consumer affairs manager, Mariam Al Mannai.
Broadcom completes $5.5 billion Brocade acquisition
Broadcom has completed its acquisition of Brocade Communications for $5.5 billion, which was announced last November, making it a stronger …
HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed hosts Bill Gates
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE …
Saudi Crown Prince, Bill Gates discuss Vision 2030 investment opportunities
The two foundations also announced the MiSK Grand Challenges, which aims offer up to $10 million to fund ideas and projects that can “positively transform” the world.
Dubai’s DIFC announces $100m fund for fintech startups
Essa Kazim, governor of the DIFC, said the fund would help to establish “start-up and growth-stage fintech firms looking for access to the MEASA (Middle East, Africa and South Asia) markets”.
Nominations now open for CIO 100 Awards 2018
The CIO 100 honorees will be chosen by the CNME editorial team based on information submitted in an online application.
Mubadala Investment Company, Honeywell pen ME aviation MoU
Mubadala Investment Company has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with industrial software firm Honeywell for the manufacturing, development and …
Oman’s Wadi Accelerator Programme to enhance tech startup support
Oman Technology Fund (OTF) has launched the Wadi Accelerator Programme – an innovative three-month startup programme that brings together regional talent and global expertise.
Biotech giant Shire opens EAMEA Dubai office
Rare disease researcher Shire has opened its new offices in Dubai, as the UAE seeks annual pharmaceutical investments of AED3 …