Axis has announced enhancements to its Zipstream compression technology to support the increased data streaming and storage demands of 360-degree …
ADCB implements Smart kiosks for digital banking
Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank has completed the implementation of smart banking kiosks at a newly opened digital banking centre in …
DXB to get first ‘gate-less border’ using facial recognition
Dubai Airports has announced it will test a new facial recognition technology this year at Dubai International Airport (DXB) in a bid to eliminate long queues at passport control counters.
US-based Zaloni signs strategic VAR partnership with ixtel
Data lake company Zaloni has signed a strategic value-added reseller partnership with UAE-based digital services company ixtel, as a part …
Verizon completes Yahoo acquisition, Mayer steps down
Verizon Communications has reportedly closed its $4.48 billion acquisition of Yahoo Inc’s core business.
Western Union bot empowers Messenger users to transfer money
Starting off as a service for users in the US, funds can be received into billions of bank accounts around the world or in cash at half a million global retail agent locations from the world’s largest metro areas to remote villages.
CBB launches regulatory sandbox for fintech startups
The Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) has announced new regulations to create a regulatory sandbox that will allow startups and …
Qualcomm announces multiple additions to audio portfolio
Each of the platforms is individually tailored to support new market demands, with one designed to offer significantly higher processing performance, another that supports flash-programmable memory flexibility at fixed-function ROM price points, and a third solution that supports the development of wired USB-C audio devices designed to deliver superior audio quality.
Uber CEO to take indefinite leave of absence
The company will instead be run by a management committee, as it tries to navigate a wave of scandals. Upon Kalanick’s return, Uber will strip him of some duties and appoint an independent chair to limit his influence, according to an advance copy of a report prepared for the board.
US to deliver smart bombs to Saudi Arabia
The US will start delivering smart bombs to Saudi Arabia as part of a $1.3 billion arms package approved in 2015, according to a report by Bloomberg citing two officials with knowledge of the plans.