The Roads and Transport Authority, RTA, has launched solar-powered SOS emergency telephones at the cycle track at Seih Al Salam …
CIOMajlis announces ‘Student Innovation Award’ in UAE
CIO Majlis yesterday launched the region’s first annual innovation award for university students, which will give them the opportunities to work with the largest IT companies in the UAE.
StarLink hosts Partner Summit 2017
StarLink, the regional security Value-Added Distributor (VAD) hosted its annual Partner Summit at Armani Hotel at Burj Khalifa last week. …
UAE named Fiber to the Home world leader
The UAE has been ranked as the global number one for fiber to the home (FTTH) penetration in 2016, according …
How on-demand travel apps have impacted the lives of commuters
With on-demand transport services giving users a ride at the click of a button, gone are the days of spending half an hour flagging a cab in 50-degree heat. CNME investigates how the likes of Uber and Careem have affected the day-to-day commute of Middle East residents.
Gunnebo showcases security solutions at Intersec
Gunnebo, a global provider of security products, services and solutions, is showcasing its full portfolio of security offerings at this year’s Intersec, being held at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
How VoLTE can benefit both operators and end users
Voice over LTE (VoLTE), which enables better quality voice calls on 4G networks, is a winning proposition for both operators and users.
CNME hosts inaugural IoT World forum
Last month, CNME hosted the inaugural edition of its IoT World conference at the Habtoor Grand Hotel in Dubai, to discuss one of the biggest trends that is transforming the IT landscape – the Internet of Things.
Nedaa, Nokia to launch ‘Innovation and Creativity Lab’ in Dubai
Nedaa has announced that it recently forged a strategic partnership with Nokia to establish an Innovation and Creativity Lab in Dubai.
Dubai Future Accelerators praised by government entities
The Dubai Future Accelerators programme has been praised by the participating government entities and Dubai Future Foundation’s board of trustees, for its role in changing the way the public and private sector work together in shaping the future.
Accenture hosts ‘Digital Connected Hackathon’
Accenture has recently concluded its Digital Connected Hackathon, which was held internationally in collaboration with Expo 2020 Dubai, and locally in partnership with Etisalat Digital.
CNME hosts seventh annual ICT Achievement Awards
Computer News Middle East, last night, once again brought together prominent industry stakeholders from across the region, as it celebrated leadership and excellence in the ICT industry in a glittering ceremony at the seventh annual ICT Achievement Awards.
Working together to improve cybersecurity
Security Advisor Middle East hosted an in-depth roundtable discussion in partnership with BAE Systems, which centred on the ways CISOs can work together to tailor their security efforts to mitigate the effects of data breaches.
Hussam Al Nowais’ love of tech, Japan and Star Wars
Hussam Al Nowais’ cultured background befits a media industry pro. The twofour54 IT director’s upbringing in Japan and Egypt has prepped him well for a career that now sees him delivering IT services to some of the world’s top production companies.
UAE homes increasingly getting ‘smarter’
The typical UAE home is witnessing a momentous transformation, according to industry experts, one characterised by the increased adoption of smart technologies – enabling residents to interact with their home in a way they never have before.
Cisco honours top performing partners in the UAE
Cisco has recently recognised twenty top performing partners in the UAE in recognition for their outstanding performance in 2015 across several categories.
Broadband boost
The exponential growth in IP traffic, driven by new devices and applications, has made it imperative for operators to invest in fixed broadband networks. But, with prices stagnating, how quickly can they monetise these high-capacity networks?
Ericsson outlines its 5G strategy at ‘5G World Series’
Ericsson has outlined its strategy to drive 5G in the industry during the 5G World Series, formerly LTE MENA, sharing its experiences from four generations of mobile networks and strong global 5G engagements.
The in-thing
In a world driven by as-a-service models, telco providers stand to suffer if they do not get their fair share of the services they provide. How can they differentiate themselves in terms of delivering Internet of Things infrastructure, and what hurdles must be overcome in this process?
HTC unveils HTC 10
The latest addition to the HTC phone family combines an enhanced camera with gold standard audio, bold new metal unibody design and great performance, according to the company.