To make VAT compliance a reality but not a headache, companies must leverage IT solutions that store and manage sensitive information.
Education, Technology, Vendor
SAP-backed initiative trains over 16,000 EMEA youth to code
SAP’s coding initiative has reportedly trained more than 16,000 youth across the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe.1 2951
81% of adults in the UAE are shopping online: report
Online spending in the UAE are on the rise as residents increasingly opt to shop on their smartphones with mobile spending expected to grow 26 percent by 2019 to reach nearly $5.4 billion, according to a new study.
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.
Middle East retail brand introduces “visual search” tech
The Landmark Group has reportedly launched a visual search ‘snap-to-buy’ technology across 10 of its most successful brands.
UAE first in the world to offer fully digitised mortgage services
Abu Dhabi City Municipality (ADM) has issued the first digital mortgage certificate worldwide making the UAE the first country in the world to offer digital real estate services through a smart services hub.
Airbnb’s listing is now available on this Middle East online travel marketplace
Airbnb has partnered with Wego, an online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa, to include properties listed on Airbnb in Wego search results in a move to offer Wego users more accommodation choices.
Residential property registration in Abu Dhabi now completely digital
The Department of Urban Planning and Municipalities has enhanced its digital presence by offering five new online services through its smart portal.
UAE cracks down on cybercrime with tougher penalties
Cybercriminals in the UAE could face up to AED 4 million in penalties and up to 25 years jail term …
Symantec offers free checkup for VPNFilter menace on routers
Symantec has announced VPNFilter Check, a free online tool designed to help individuals and organisations quickly and simply determine if a router may be impacted by VPNFilter malware.
Dubai shuts down online accounts selling counterfeit goods
Over 4,800 social media accounts and 30 websites were shut down by Dubai’s Department of Economic Development (DED) for selling fake products this year.