Abu Dhabi Ports subsidiary, Maqta Gateway, has announced that it will carry out its first testing of international blockchain solution Silsal with a maritime operator in partnership with MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company.
Kaspersky Lab awareness programme to tackle “weakest link” in enterprise security
Kaspersky Lab is highlighting the need for Middle East enterprises to enhance cyber awareness at the 2018 edition of GITEX …
Ingram Micro chief highlights the firm’s “unique” expertise
Ivanti strengthens regional presence and touts new channel programme
At GITEX Technology Week, IT software vendor Ivanti is reinforcing its presence in the regional market. Having entered the Middle …
Rittal Partner Programme unveiled at GITEX
Rittal, a global provider of solutions for industrial enclosures, power distribution, climate control and IT infrastructure, has reportedly announced the Rittal Partner Programme.
Barco touts ClickShare training centre and the UCC programme
Ramzi Itani, vice president, Barco Middle East and Africa, discusses how the firm aims to strengthen technology resellers’ relationships with …
Ingram Micro signs META distribution agreement with NVIDIA
Ingram Micro has announced a distribution relationship with NVIDIA, a world leader in artificial intelligence computing technology. With this agreement, …
Sophos signs up Ingram Micro to deliver next-gen cybersecurity solutions
Sophos has announced it has signed Ingram Micro Inc as its newest distributor for the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Iraq and Yemen.
Dubai Expo 2020 rolls out $100 million innovators’ programme
Innovators from around the world will have an opportunity to take their solutions to the next level while building partnerships with global firm as Expo 2020 Dubai’s global social impact programme Expo Live.
Saudi Arabia reveals new programme for young Arab entrepreneurs
King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST), represented by Badir Program for technology incubators and accelerators has partnered with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) for developing several innovation and entrepreneurship projects.
Tensions within Facebook prompt Instagram founders’ exit
Instagram founders Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger are leaving Facebook amid tensions with CEO Mark Zuckerberg over the directions of the photo-sharing app.
Abu Dhabi unveils programme to accelerate knowledge and innovation
The Abu Dhabi Executive Council’s ‘Ghadan 21’ programme has revealed the recent initiatives and projects under the third pillar, which is focused on Knowledge and Innovation.
AOC and Philips monitors unveil new channel loyalty programme
MMD, the brand license partner for Philips displays and AOC monitors has created a loyalty programme, which will reward channel …
Aramco IPO delays push Saudi fund to focus on tech
With the stock market listing of its national oil company stalled, Saudi Arabia is scrambling to boost the coffers of the sovereign wealth fund spearheading a risky plan to diversify its economy.
Saudi Aramco racks up tech patents
Saudi Aramco is boosting its patented technologies after doubling its scientist headcount to 1,300, The Wall Street Journal reported.
UAE accelerator programme attracts global innovators
Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) announced the closing of the 5th cohort of Dubai Future Accelerators programme, which received applications from start-ups and global companies from 74 countries around the world.
Instagram adds new fave-worthy features
Facebook-owned image or video sharing social network Instagram has reportedly set out to thwart duplicity with an option to authenticate high-profile accounts, AFP reported.
UAE telco ramps up physical presence to be closer to customers
du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has opened nine new outlets at various locations in the UAE to provide customers with a more efficient and enhanced retail experience.
UAE’s One Million Arab Coders programme now offers blockchain training
ConsenSys has launched a 12-week Ethereum blockchain developer programme in support of One Million Arab Coders, an initiative by the Dubai Future Foundation, designed to equip young Arabs with coding skills and education.
Value-added distributor SPECTRAMI sets up operations in Turkey
EMEA-based distributor Spectrami has announced that it has commenced extensive operations in Turkey, as a part of its business objective …