In its global survey, 7 Uncomfortable Truths of Endpoint Security, Sophos uncovered that that IT managers are more likely to catch cybercriminals on their organisation’s servers and networks than anywhere else.
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Excessive technology use to blame for child obesity in UAE, Saudi Arabia
Nine in 10 children across UAE and KSA have access to tablets, smartphones or other handheld electronic devices with screens.1 3696
UAE keeps an eye on private healthcare firms with new e-service
The UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has announced the launch of a new e-service that will allow residents to submit complaints or observations regarding private medical facilities and its medical and technical staff.
DEWA inks deal to power Dubai’s Museum of the Future
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has announced plans to design, construct, and operate a solar photovoltaic (PV) plant for the Museum of the Future.
AI key to achieving Sustainable Development Goals: UAE official
Advanced technologies of artificial intelligence and data revolution are instrumental in the delivery of the Sustainable Development Goals 2030, said a UAE official during a keynote at the UN statistical meeting.
Global healthcare firms “overspend” on cloud: report
Global healthcare companies report being about 40 percent over budget when it comes to public cloud spend, compared to 35 percent of cross-industry global companies.
UAE seeks to build “next generation” of Emirati schools
UAE vice president and prime minister, and ruler of Dubai Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has announced the allocation of AED1.5 billion to build the first group of a “new generation” of Emirati schools.
UAE-based engineering services firm opts for Epicor ERP
General International Group has selected Epicor ERP in the Cloud and will deploy the system on the Azure platform to help optimise operations and introduce new operational efficiencies.
Kuwait-based bank digitises 50 million documents with Alaris
Alaris, a Kodak Alaris business, has announced that it has played a role in Gulf Bank’s digital transformation journey.
Saudi Arabia biotech startups raise $10 million
The Saudi biotech startups incubated by Badir Biotechnology Incubator, under the Badir Program, set up by King Abdul Aziz City for Science and Technology (KACST), has successfully raised close to $10.133 million in new funding last year.
IT spending in Middle East to hit $160 billion
Middle East and North Africa (MENA) IT spending is projected to reach $160 billion in 2019, a 1.8 percent increase from 2018, according to the latest forecast by Gartner.