Gulf Capital has reportedly acquired a strategic stake in Saudi Geidea, a provider of electronic payment solutions and financial technologies in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
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Cisco executive outlines Top 5 tips for mitigating the threat of device sharing
Martin Lee, EMEA Lead for Cisco Talos, outlines his 5 top tips to mitigate the ongoing threat of device sharing, … 0 914
Smart Dubai supports “robot-assisted therapy” for children with autism
In line with the values of the ‘Year of Zayed’, Smart Dubai donated a robot to the Dubai Autism Center in attempt to support the Center’s expanded efforts after the opening of its new premises – the largest purpose-built in the region.
Vodafone Qatar rolls out 1Gbps fibre network in new areas
Vodafone Qatar has recently announced that it will be supplying New Salata and the Industrial Area with full-fibre network to handle speeds of up to 1 Gigabit per second (1Gbps).
Region’s first Shariah-compliant digital bank launches in Bahrain
The bank offers a 24/7/365 service model on its innovative mobile app and web banking portal allowing customers to open and manage their accounts, conducting everyday transactions through its online channel, supported by services such as video contact centre, e-mail, web chat and social media.
Homegrown 2-for-1 app The Entertainer acquired for “nine-figure” sum
The Entertainer founder and CEO Donna Benton has confirmed that Bahrain’s GFH Financial Group has acquired the Dubai-based two-for-one offers app for a “nine-figure” sum.
Over 1M UAE consumers fell victim to online shopping scams
More than 1 million UAE consumers were victims of online shopping scams alone in 2017, losing a total of AED 321 million according to the 2017 Norton Cyber Security Insights Report, released by Norton by Symantec.
Oman bank joins global blockchain payment network
As part of its ongoing efforts to ensure convenient banking experience for its customers, BankDhofar has announced that it is the first bank in Oman to join Ripple’s global enterprise Blockchain network – RippleNet.
Mubadala to open Abu Dhabi tech hub next year
Mubadala Investment Company has announced that it will establish a technology hub in Abu Dhabi next year in a bid to attract leading tech companies to the oil-rich emirate, its venture capital head said recently.
Dubai spotlights technology’s role in the future of jobs
The influence of disruptive technology on organisations and what it will mean for jobs, skills and the future of the workplace are among the issues in spotlight at the 4th HR Tech MENA Summit, which opened today at the Palazzo Versace, Dubai.
Social media users risk facing hefty fines for “fake news”
The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has once again warned UAE social media users against the potential legal implications of information on various online platforms.