Ooredoo has announced that Home Broadband customers are now able to enjoy fast speeds, data rollover and the ease of being connected straight from the box, with their ‘available everywhere’ service
AI startup receives grant from Abu Dhabi kickstarter programme
startAD, the innovation and entrepreneurship platform anchored at New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD), announced NEURAi as the winning startup of the hardware Venture Launchpad.
Japanese tech investor to open Saudi Arabian office
SoftBank is reportedly planning to open an office in Saudi Arabia to further strengthening its ties with the kingdom.
AI-powered freelance job platform sets up shop in Dubai
The US-based platform for freelancers and entrepreneurs is also the first blockchain project to be accepted by Oracle Startup System making it the official partner of Oracle Corporation.
UAE-based classifieds startup raises over $13M in investments
UAE-based classifieds portal Alawooz.com has reportedly raised $13.6 million (AED 50 million) in investments.
UAE invites world’s brightest tech brains to compete in startup contest
The Museum of the Future has launched a new six-week accelerator programme designed to attract technology companies that can provide new solutions for futuristic visitor experiences.
Saudi Arabia sees “largest fintech acquisition” to date
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.
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.
UAE cements position as regional hub for digital startups
Digital startups across the Middle East and North Africa attracted $650 million of funding in 2017, of which 76 percent went to UAE-based startups.
Silicon Valley firm Voicera scoops up Dubai-based AI startup
Voicera, an artificial intelligence and productivity solutions company has reportedly acquired Wrappup, which leverages AI technology to power predictive highlights during meetings, and has seen strong user-adoption globally.
How Bodyo’s AI-powered body scanners will transform UAE healthcare
Bodyo is a health-tech company that uses an AI-powered full body scanner to empower UAE residents with the necessary insights to become fitter and healthier.
Toyota wants cars to “talk” to each other
Toyota Motor has reportedly announced plans to start selling US vehicles that can talk to each other using short-range wireless technology in 2021.
Mining businesses may fail without right cybersecurity measures: report
Mining businesses are struggling to meet the new security challenges presented by the Internet of Things (IoT) as they look …
UAE online fitness service provider wins SME award
Fit On Click, a wellness and fitness service provider in the UAE, has emerged as the Fastest Growing SME in …