The Abu Dhabi Executive Council has approved a decision to establish the Systems and Smart Services Authority, which will have …
Top 10 most difficult IT hires
The IT talent gap is driving up demand for skilled IT pros, but for certain roles and skillsets, finding — and signing — the right candidate can feel a bit like trying to capture a unicorn.
Digital revolution calls for increased data protection, says UAE ministry
Ministry of Finance (MoF) stressed the importance of protecting personal data for financial transactions – in light of the digital revolution and the increasing global trends to protect individuals from the misuse of their personal information or violation of their privacy.
Abu Dhabi Krypto Labs challenges drone innovators
DISC 2018 is Krypto Labs’ new global contest aimed at recognising the top innovators who contribute to redefine the conventional wisdom around aerial mobility and its entrepreneurial potential.
RTA flaunts use of AI in traffic management at staff workshop
These workshops are part of the UAE leadership’s vision to harness AI technologies and innovation in leveraging the smart transformation towards ranking Dubai the smartest and happiest city in the world.
UAE energy minister: IT integral to renewable goals
The UAE’s minister of energy Suhail Al Mazroui has said that the country will need a blend of renewable energy initiatives and …
LogRhythm helps safeguard personal data
LogRhythm has released its General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Compliance Module, a fully-integrated security solution for achieving and validating GDPR …
Modi denies Aadhaar breach as journalist charged for ‘forgery’
The journalist who revealed that the personal records of 1.2 billion Indians in the Aadhaar database could be bought over …
Revealed: how much Fortune 500 CIOs really earn
New research has compiled the salary details of 25 Fortune 500 CIOs’ salaries and overall compensation packages. The research, by …
Over 2 billion personal data records leaked from high-tech companies: report
InfoWatch Analytical Center has released a report on data leaks from high-tech companies in 2016, according to which the world …
Dubai Police to use drones for traffic footage
Dubai Police will soon use drones to deliver live broadcasts of traffic jams during peak hours in order to dispatch …
UAE’s first e-platform for UAVs announced
The first unified electronic platform for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and air vehicles to be used in the UAE for …
GEMS announces drone education course
GEMS Education has announced the launch of a drone education course to be conducted at its GEMS Dubai American Academy …
HH Sheikh Hamdan named as a LinkedIn Influencer
LinkedIn Influencers are selected to join this programme by invitation only, and comprise of 500+ of the world’s foremost thinkers, leaders, and innovators.
Krypto Labs launches $500k drone contest
Krypto Labs has launched a worldwide search for the best unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) innovators through a drone technology startup competition. Aimed …
ITA CEO Al-Ruzaiqi: Oman’s IoT platform is ready
“The IoT platform is ready, and it is now up to the sectors to implement it as they want,” said Dr. Salim Al-Ruzaiqi, CEO of ITA.
Dubai Future Accelerators winners to be announced
The Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) is set to announce the winners for the third edition of the Dubai Future Accelerators …
Oman Technology Fund enlists Ireland’s NDRC to provide startup expertise
NDRC will provide expertise and personnel throughout a three-month programme for 10 start-ups from the MENA region, with the OTF investing the required capital.
Car purchasing app Seez R launches in UAE
Lebanese firm Seez R has launched its app in the UAE that is “going to change” how users look for …
du, Viafone team up to develop loyalty solutions
In line with its long standing association with the Dubai Future Accelerators (DFA), and third cycle challenge to develop a …