Despite claiming to have “accidentally fallen into the technology industry,” Ashith Piriyattiath’s extensive CV has empowered him with a broad …
Gemalto unveils banking card personalisation centre in Dubai
Gemalto has opened a new banking card personalisation centre in Dubai, to support the region’s fast developing financial services sector.
SoftBank nears $95 billion investment announcement
SoftBank Group Corp. is close to announcing commitments of as much as $95 billion for its technology fund, according to Bloomberg. …
Dubai set to host ‘RegTech’ summit
The World Arena Group in partnership with Deloitte will host RegTech MENA; the first regulatory technology summit in the Middle East on 16 and 17 May 2017 in Dubai.
Etisalat trials 5G with outdoor mobility
Ericsson and Etisalat successfully conducted a 5G trial with outdoor mobility today at Etisalat’s Head Office in Abu Dhabi, UAE. …
Seamless 2017 awards winners announced
Seamless Middle East 2017 hosted its industry awards yesterday evening, to honour innovations in the payments, e-commerce and retail industries …
Cognit hosts ‘Build with Watson’ workshop
Cognit, the joint venture established between Mubadala and IBM Watson has announced a new initiative aimed at fostering a regional ecosystem of entrepreneurs, start-ups and app developers through Watson.
EnGenius Networks, Bulwark host partner enablement sessions
EnGenius Networks, a provider of networking and telecommunications solutions for small and medium businesses, along with regional VAD, Bulwark Distribution, …
Samsung Pay launches in the UAE
Samsung Gulf Electronics has announced the launch of its much-anticipated, flagship mobile payments service, Samsung Pay, in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Injazat launches InCloud portfolio amidst company rebrand
Injazat Data Systems has announced the availability of ‘InCloud’, its fully integrated cloud solution, with hybrid, public and private model …
UAE academic firms post ‘clear vision’ of technology’s role
Microsoft has released the findings from a new survey of nearly 100 UAE-based educators, in which they expressed the challenges and opportunities in optimising technology for the classroom as well as the skill-sets required to succeed.
UAE energy minister reaffirms technology commitment
HE Suhail Al Mazrouei, minister of energy for the United Arab Emirates, today stressed the importance of investing in new …
New Apple store expected to open in Dubai Mall
Technology giant Apple is set to unveil a mega retail store in Dubai Mall, according to a Gulf News report. This further strengthens the brand’s commitment to the region.
Microsoft addresses cyber threats with cloud solutions
Microsoft has brought together industry experts and prominent technology decision-makers to demonstrate how Gulf-based organisations can use cloud services to protect themselves against cyber-threats.
Etihad inks deal to develop 3D printed aircraft interiors
Siemens AG, Strata Manufacturing and Etihad Airways have announced a collaboration project to develop the first 3D-printed parts for aircraft interiors in the Middle East and North Africa.
Jaleel Holdings, BIOS sign managed cloud services agreement
Jaleel Holdings, a UAE based investment company, has entered into an agreement for managed cloud services with BIOS. The company has interests in multiple sectors, including, education, metal fabrication, logistics, and fast-moving consumer goods.
Hyperloop One to target $12 billion of GCC cargo industry
Hyperloop One has announced plans to launch an assault on the GCC’s cargo industry, with the company aiming to steal …
Careem eyes up IPO as potential acquisition opportunity
Dubai-based ride-hailing company Careem is looking for acquisition opportunities and is considering an initial public offering as a possible option – but has no timeframe in mind, its founder and CEO said.
Hyperloop One shares vision for the manufacturing sector
Hyperloop One has announced plans to empower manufacturing and its adjacent sectors with the potential for increased value creation, faster lead times and lower costs when compared to traditional alternatives.
5 things we know about the MENA travel device ban
Announcements have been uncovered on a daily basis surrounding the electronics ban on-board aircrafts, and the impact that it will have long-term on travellers from this region. Here’s what we know so far.