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Prominent tech conference under fire for lack of diversity
Cybersecurity professionals from companies including Facebook and Alphabet have created a small security event to rival Dell’s RSA Conference after criticising the major industry gathering for scheduling just one female keynote speaker this year.0 1963
EU will take action on ‘digital tax’ for major tech players
The European Union has vowed it will take action regarding the implementation of a new ‘digital tax’ aimed at major …
Consumer technology spending in MEA to reach $149 billion: report
Consumer spending on technology in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) is forecast to total $130.8 billion this year, a year-on-year increase of 4.1 percent, according to a recent industry study.
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Aligned legal solutions for digital success
Paul Allen, Partner and Head of Intellectual Property & Technology at DLA Piper, discusses the importance of legal solutions for a successful digital transformation journey.
Apple reveals new iPhones and price war with Netflix
Apple revealed three new iPhones, a new iPad and a new Apple Watch, while also starting a price war with …
Apple takes on Netflix with new streaming platform
Apple has announced Apple TV+, a new video platform for storytellers featuring exclusive original shows, movies and documentaries.
UAE’s homegrown digital video on demand firm hits one million subscribers
UAE homegrown subscription video on demand (SVOD) service and digital start-up STARZ PLAY has reported a significant growth as it reaches one million subscribers.
Netflix eyes more local content with UAE dirham rates
In line with its mission to “deliver more local experiences,” video streaming service Netflix has reportedly made alterations to its UAE pricing.
Facebook, Twitter and Alphabet will no longer be technology firms
Following the biggest reorganisation of Wall Street’s industry classification system, chipmakers, cloud-computing sellers and also credit card payment firms will …
Don’t sweat it: Beat the UAE heat and stay in shape with these wireless earphones
Glesni Holland takes the Bose SoundSport Free Wireless earphones for a spin, and explores whether these two pocket-sized earbuds can withstand vigorous physical activity while maintaining Bose’s booming sound quality.