With AWS Greengrass, devices can run AWS Lambda functions to perform tasks locally, keep device data in sync, and communicate with other devices while leveraging the full processing, analytics, and storage power of the AWS Cloud.
IST launches new cloud platform
IST has announced the launch of IST OmniCloud, a cloud-based digital customer experience platform, and IST Sentiment Analysis.
Dubai Municipality uses tech to assist people with disabilities
Dubai Municipality has decided to use sensor technology to facilitate the reception of People of Determination, people with disabilities, near parking spaces assigned to them at service centres or recreational facilities, according to a report by WAM.
Apple unveils iOS 11 with new features
Apple yesterday previewed iOS 11, a major update to its mobile operating system, bringing new experiences and hundreds of features to …
Dubai Police announces new smart services projects
The Dubai Police has launched six new projects for the General Directorate of Smart Services aimed at achieving the future vision of the Government of Dubai.
What to expect from Apple at WWDC 2017
WWDC is just around the corner, as per usual, you can expect Apple to show off and demo the latest versions of its operating systems.
BeBop Sensors unveils modular data gloves for AR and VR
BeBop Sensors, a developer of smart fabric sensor technology, has announced BeBop Sensors that are designed Marcel Modular Data Gloves for OEMS in the virtual reality/augmented reality markets.
MAF Ventures deploys Microsoft Dynamics 365
Majid Al Futtaim Ventures has announced it has adopted Microsoft Dynamics 365, Office 365 and a range of supporting apps, as a means of enhancing customer engagement and optimising internal efficiencies across the group’s business units.
Virtual training as effective as in-person learning: study
A recent study by the Ashridge Executive Education revealed that virtual learning is as effective as face-to-face delivery, if designed and executed well, when developing skills within an organisation.
Smart Dubai reveals ‘Global Blockchain Challenge’ winners
The Smart Dubai Office has announced results of the first Blockchain Challenge, which awarded a grand total of $45,000 to the most promising solutions using blockchain technology.
Bee’ah launches anti-drug counterfeiting tech platform
Environmental management company Bee’ah has announced the launch of a new company, EvoTeq, along with two new business initiatives, Evogulf …
Cisco: Three-quarters of IoT projects are failing
Despite the forward momentum, a new study conducted by Cisco shows that 60 percent of IoT initiatives stall at the Proof of Concept (PoC) stage and, even worse, a third of all completed projects were not considered a success.
British Airways: Global IT failure suspends flights
British Airways’ computer systems have crashed across the world causing major delays that left passengers stranded in airports.
Qualcomm ships more than 1M chips daily to power IoT devices
Qualcomm Technologies has announced at its Internet of Things (IoT) industry analyst workshop that the company is currently shipping more than 1 million chips per day for connected devices globally.