Startup funding worth more than $1 billion is likely to be raised in the UAE this year, according to a report by WAM, which will further boost the growing start-up sector.
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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, … 0 912
Emirates Scientists Council appoints new leadership
UAE Minister of State for Advanced Science Sarah bin Yousef Al Amiri has been appointed to head the Emirates Scientists Council following a UAE Cabinet meeting on reshuffling the organisation.
Shoppers prefer using in-store tech over store assistants: report
The survey, conducted by HRH Retail Advisory, highlights the challenges retail chains increasingly face as they try to find the right balance between staffing and technology in stores.
Op-Ed: Why blockchain will be the key to customer happiness
Ahmed Helmy explains why blockchain will enable organisations to enhance their ability to anticipate requirements and proactively respond to customer demands.
Saudi will seek foreign tech to create nuclear weapon “if Iran does”
In an interview with CBS last week, Mohammed bin Salman said Saudi Arabia is not actively pursuing a nuclear weapon, but that could change suddenly.
Alibaba injects extra $2 billion into Southeast Asian e-commerce firm
Alibaba Group Holding is reportedly investing an addition $2 billion in Southeast Asian e-commerce firm Lazada Group and replace its chief executive.
Apple using “secret” facility to produce its own screens
The technology giant is making a significant investment in the development of next-generation MicroLED screens, say people familiar with the matter.
Expo 2020 Dubai streamlines technology infrastructure
Accenture, in collaboration with SAP, has implemented SAP S/4HANA for Expo 2020 Dubai that will provide the expo with a foundation for data-driven insights, from visitor preferences to sustainability.
EdTech advancements take spotlight in Dubai
Over 40 ed-tech start ups given “money can’t buy” opportunity to meet education ministers, leading VCs, academics from the world’s best universities and leading foundations at GESF 2018.
UAE TRA foils over 80 cyber threats in two months
According to the TRA, the number of cyber-attack case are 66 percent down as compared to the corresponding period in 2017.