The first annual Call for Code Global Challenge calls on the 22 million developers in the world to join IBM, the United Nations and the Red Cross in building sustainable technology solutions that enable disaster preparedness and protect the health and well-being of victims.
IBM to enable companies track carbon footprint via blockchain
Veridium Labs, a company incubated by EnVision Corporation, is collaborating with IBM to help transform the carbon credit market using IBM blockchain technology with the goal of making it easier for companies to offset their environmental footprints.
IBM, Red Hat expand cloud alliance
IBM and Red Hat have recently expanded their long-standing relationship, which to enable customers benefit from the combined power of both companies’ technologies in private and public clouds.
IBM fuels innovation for emerging technologies
The centre aims to fast track the digital transformation of both public and private organisations through advanced technologies in artificial intelligence (AI), cloud, blockchain, security, analytics, Internet of Things and quantum computing.
Everything you need to know about IBM’s Watson Assistant
IBM launched its Watson Assistant product this week during its Think conference in Las Vegas, with the aim of helping …
IBM settles trade secrets suit against former diversity chief
IBM has settled the trade secrets lawsuit it had filed against its former chief diversity officer who left for a similar job at Microsoft.
IBM urges US government to embrace blockchain
In testimony before a congressional committee, IBM’s Jerry Cuomo warned against over-regulation of blockchain because of cryptocurrency volatility, and said …
Maersk, IBM set sails on new blockchain voyage
Maersk and IBM had announced a joint venture to deploy a blockchain-based electronic shipping system that will digitise supply chains and track international cargo in real time.
Emirates signs $85m managed services deal with IBM
IBM has signed a ten-year, approximately $85 million managed services agreement with Emirates airline. The agreement will enable Emirates to …
Looking ahead: IBM Resilient’s top three cybersecurity predictions for 2018
The last 12 months have been action-packed in the world cybersecurity. Ted Julian, VP Product Management and Co-Founder of Resilient, IBM, shares cybersecurity predictions for 2018.
IBM ships AI-optimised Power9 system
With the release this month of the first commercial server based on its Power9 processor, IBM is reaching another milestone …
Mubadala partners with IBM for smart aviation
Mubadala Investment Company has announced a collaboration with IBM at the Dubai Airshow, to develop smart systems that support manufacturing …
IBM brings cloud-native environment to private clouds
IBM has announced a new IBM Cloud Private software platform to help companies unlock billions of dollars in technology investment in core data …
KDIPA chooses IBM cloud
IBM has announced that Kuwait Direct Investment Promotion Authority (KDIPA) has chosen IBM Cloud to host its IT environment. KDIPA is …
Dubai, IBM launch AI-powered government service centre
The ‘Services 1’ centre, located at Emirates Towers, Dubai, represents a one-stop for the public to acquire services from 14 government entities.
Saudi’s SAB Holding selects IBM Cloud to run SAP apps
IBM Cloud’s SAP-certified infrastructure will provide SAB Holding with the agility and speed the company needs to keep pace with business demands
IBM launches new mainframe to combat data breaches
IBM has unveiled IBM Z, capable of running more than 12 billion encrypted transactions per day. The new system also introduces …
IBM unveils new encryption technology to limit data breaches
The new system introduces a breakthrough encryption engine that, for the first time, makes it possible to pervasively encrypt data associated with any application, cloud service or database all the time.
Vintage tech: IBM ThinkPad 700C
Inspired by the proportions of a classic, all-black cigar box with little styling or flair, the 700C was one of …
Data breaches cost $4.94M in the Middle East: IBM study
IBM Security has announced the results of a Middle East study exploring the implications and effects of data breaches on businesses located in Saudi Arabia and the UAE.