Magic Leap, a startup working in the augmented reality space, has revealed that on Wednesday it raised $461 million in its latest funding round, led by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s sovereign investment arm.
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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 3863
Technology “vital” for UAE law enforcement, says Dubai security chief
Ex-Dubai Police chief, HE Dhahi Khalfan Tamim – who is now deputy chairman of police and public security in Dubai, was present at the exhibition, and told Tahawul Tech how vital technology is for transforming law enforcement across the globe.
Going digital is no longer an option, says Kuwaiti tech leaders
The changing role of IT in this era of digital transformation that we now find ourselves in is a hot topic of discussion, and one that was touched upon yesterday during a CNME and ManageEngine symposium in Kuwait.
Oman plans to be among world’s most innovative countries by 2020
The Research Council of Oman has recently unveiled the country’s National Innovation Strategy and highlighted the importance of leveraging innovation initiatives as catalyst for change within the Sultanate.
AI will help the UAE overcome challenges: Ajman Crown Prince
Ajman Crown Prince Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi has reviewed the plans and strategy of the UAE Ministry of Artificial Intelligence, as well as the details of related national policies.
Digital diplomacy initiative to promote culture of innovation in UAE
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, MoFAIC, in association with the Ministry of Culture and Knowledge Development has launched “The Cultural and Digital Diplomacy” initiative.
UAE finds greener pastures indoors
The UAE has launched the region’s first vertical farm, Basia Farms, which opened on Sunday featuring the latest hydroponic technology and vertical farming techniques.
RTA pledges funding for mobility projects in Dubai
The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority has recently underlined the importance of adopting innovative solutions for financing RTA’s future projects, establishing creative models for funding mobility projects, and boosting the public-private partnership, PPP.
Mubadala’s Strata sets sights on nurturing aerospace talents
UAE students who are interested to be a part of the aerospace industry now have the opportunity to take part in a new innovative programmes by Mubadala Investment Company’s Strata Manufacturing, the advanced composite aero-structures manufacturing facility, and the University Leadership Council.
The Galaxy S9 is just the calm before the next big thing
The Galaxy S9 may be visually indistinguishable from the Galaxy S8, but there’s no reason to think the company has lost its innovation edge.