Organisations in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) are expected to invest over $8.47 billion on Internet of Things (IoT) technologies this year, according to a recent industry report.
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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 6250
Dell Technologies expands regional growth strategy to include Russia
Dell Technologies has announced that its Middle East, Turkey, Africa (META) region is now being expanded to include Russia, with the change coming into effect immediately.
Why digital transformation calls for increased visibility
Visibility across IT is a challenge today. For those of us in IT security, the inability to see everything can lead to unnecessary risks and challenges. In other words, you cannot defend what you can’t see.
Amazon Web Services expands global footprint with Middle East data centres
Amazon Web Services (AWS), an Amazon.com company has announced the opening of its Middle East data centre in Bahrain.
Mastercard, BENEFIT announce Bahrain’s first-ever blockchain payment programme
Bahrain’s Electronic Network for Financial Transactions and Mastercard have partnered to launch a pilot blockchain programme that will enable banks to deliver fast, secure and private cross-border commercial payments.
Uber boosts passenger safety in the Middle East with latest app update
Uber has announced the roll out of the “Check Your Ride” in-app reminders and push notifications to all riders across the region where it operates, just as it did in the United States in April.
ThreatQuotient inks META distribution deal with StarLink
ThreatQuotient has announced a strategic partnership and value added distributor (VAD) agreement with StarLink.
“AI a top interest for Emirati youth”: UAE minister
Modern technology has been increasingly grabbing the attention of the Emirati youth, according to Omar bin Sultan Al Olama, UAE’s Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence.
Knowledge gap halting UAE firms’ AI adoption: study
Almost half of businesses in the UAE are struggling with a knowledge gap when it comes to adopting artificial intelligence (AI), according to a survey of business leaders in the UAE.
Emaar to build first 3D-printed home in Dubai
UAE-based real estate developer Emaar Properties has announced plans to build its first 3D printed home in Dubai’s Arabian Ranches III.