Zain is leveraging Cisco advanced segment routing platforms to bring the benefits of distributed intelligence and centralised control to its network.
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Oman’s Ooredoo connects 77,000 homes with ‘super fast’ fibre broadband
Oman-based telecom provider Ooredoo has provided 77,000 homes across the Muscat region with super fast fibre home broadband from the existing fast home broadband. 0 5536
Second cohort of tech startups graduate from Intelak Incubator
The cohort teams presented their final work to Emirates Group, GE, and Etisalat Digital management teams and the wider investor community, taking their ideas from concept to tangible business solutions.
Uber used ‘undercover agents’ to spy on competitors, letter alleges
The 37-page document of allegations is being used as evidence in the $1.9 billion legal battle between Uber and Google’s driverless car venture, Waymo.
India IoT market to hit $34 billion by 2021: IDC
The IDC research found that 50 percent of business and IT leaders in India consider IoT imperative to stay ‘digitally fit.’
Uber in talks to make low-cost service available long term in Dubai
The UberX service, which began in April as a three-month pilot observed by the Roads and Transport Authority, continues to be available in Dubai.
TRA launches ‘Don’t Be Deceived’ digital safety campaign
The campaign aims to educate customers – in particular the youth – on how to stay aware of deceptive and fraudulent activities on smart devices.
HTC Vive launches regional e-commerce store
The new online ecosystem provides visitors from the UAE and Saudi Arabia with exclusive information and benefits on the Vive platform.
Knowledge Oman names Khalfhan Al Mahzary as president
With over 12 years of leadership experience, Khalfan is able to blend both his technology and management acumen to manage the operation of Knowledge Oman.
Majid Al Futtaim joins Steven Spielberg in backing VR startup
Majid Al Futtaim has made a strategic equity investment in Dreamscape Immersive, with the intent to take the VR offering global.
Al Tayer reviews progress at DEWA Innovation Centre
The Solar Innovation Centre has been designed with sustainability in mind to support the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park.