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.
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Telecom subscribers in UAE rise to 24 million: TRA
The number of subscribers to telecommunications services in the UAE, whether through mobile phones, landlines and the internet, rose to around 24 million during the first five months of 2018.1 6249
UAE-based cybersecurity firm in talks over stake sale
UAE-based cybersecurity firm DarkMatter’s founder and managing director Faisal Al Bannai has reportedly announced plans to divest his entire stake in the company by the end of this year.
World’s first AI university receives over 3000 applications in first week
The Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI), the first graduate-level, research-based artificial intelligence (AI) university in the world, has received immediate interest from graduate students across the globe.
Cisco envisions seamless travel with connected roadways concept
Cisco has unveiled its range of concepts designed to create a seamless experience for tourists and commuters as they navigate urban cities at the recently held GITEX Technology Week.
Sheikh Mohammed issues social media guidelines for Emiratis
UAE vice president and prime minister, and ruler of Dubai Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum has urged Emiratis to adhere to the moral legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan when using social media platforms.
Mubadala unveils $250 million fund for Middle East tech startups
With a total of $250 million (AED 918 million), the Mubadala MENA tech funds will capitalise on the growing startup scene in the region while empowering tech talent in the Emirates and across the wider region.
Linksys’ mesh routers can now detect motion using Wi-Fi
Linksys Aware detects activity via WiFi signals and sends ‘motion alerts’ to the user through the Linksys App.
4C to enable Middle East marketeers with digital edge
4C, the customer-focused digital transformation consultancy, has announced the establishment of a dedicated Marketing Consultancy practice.
Ingram Micro Experience Zone to fuel UAE AI Strategy 2031
Ingram Micro has recently launched its Experience Zone, which showcases numerous Artificial Intelligence driven Computer Vision and IoT use cases.
Quarry Mining selects Epicor ERP to optimise operations
Epicor Software has announced that Ras Al Khaimah based Quarry Mining has chosen Epicor ERP to optimise production processes and promote data transparency across business functions.