Blockchain spending in the Middle East and Africa region is set to reach $80.8 million, according to the recent figures from global market intelligence firm IDC.
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Etisalat to spotlight opportunities in the mobile ecosystem
Etisalat has announced its exclusive partnership with GSMA for Mobile 360 series-MENA conference in 2018 and 2019, a regional platform that attracts telecom leaders from across the global and regional mobile industry to address key challenges and opportunities in the mobile ecosystem.0 3862
Shoppers prefer using in-store tech over store assistants: report
The survey, conducted by HRH Retail Advisory, highlights the challenges retail chains increasingly face as they try to find the right balance between staffing and technology in stores.
Expo 2020 Dubai streamlines technology infrastructure
Accenture, in collaboration with SAP, has implemented SAP S/4HANA for Expo 2020 Dubai that will provide the expo with a foundation for data-driven insights, from visitor preferences to sustainability.
Middle East’s first YouTube Space opens in Dubai
The Space, the tenth in the world, is dedicated to YouTube content creators who will have free access to audio, visual and editing equipment in addition to training programmes, workshops and courses.
Zain teams up with Nokia to develop Saudi youth tech talent
The collaboration is in line with the Vision 2030 of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which aims to develop the country’s talent to diversify economic capabilities as well as improve services as per local requirements.
What Dubai consumers can expect from Huawei’s new AI camera
Powered by Huawei’s built-in Kirin 970 processor, Huawei’s new Mate10 Series offer an intelligent camera designed to change the way we capture our favourite moments.
Oman to send first woman representative to Technofest
BP Oman HR advisor Asmahan Mustafa is the first Omani woman to have represented the Sultanate at Technofest, an internal BP competition.
Saudi Arabia, UK ink deal to develop clean tech
The United Kingdom and Saudi Arabia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on developing new clean energy technologies.
Innovation is at the heart of Expo 2020, says official
Expo 2020 Dubai Bureau has reaffirmed its commitment to inspiring collaboration and driving innovation globally through a series of initiatives and events held during the first-ever UAE Innovation Month.
How Dimension Data is revolutionising cycling with data analytics
“By collecting and augmenting a variety of data sources, we are able to tell a story to the spectators from the moment the race starts right through to the very end that wouldn’t otherwise be possible,” said Tim Wade, senior director of architecture at Dimension Data’s Sports Practice.