The United States government is attempting to force Facebook to break the encryption in its Messenger app, Reuters has reported. …
Google considers launching in China
Google executives have admitted that they are considering the possibility of relaunching their search engine in China after an almost …
Musk’s Tesla-Saudi deal may hit a roadblock under Trump administration
Elon Musk will most probably require a clearance from US national security officials for any proposal to take Tesla Inc. …
Saudi Arabia’s NEOM airport ready for take off
NEOM, the futuristic city announced by Saudi Arabia close to a year ago, will reportedly see its individual airport constructed …
Dubai’s ambulance service app to “save lives”
The Dubai Corporation for Ambulance Services has unveiled the ‘Help Me’ application, which is the first of its kind in …
New member joins UAE Artificial Intelligence Council
Abdulla Alsaleh, undersecretary of UAE Ministry of Economy for Foreign Trade, has announced on his LinkedIn profile that he has …
DEWA authorises Solar Carport Project
The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, DEWA, has authorised the 2MWp Solar Carport Project, at its headquarters and at the …
Japanese watchdogs investigate Apple over allegations
Technology giant Apple is being scrutinized by Japanese watchdogs over accusations that the firm had unfairly pressured Yahoo Japan Corp …
Abu Dhabi University introduces undergrad IT degree in Dubai campus
Abu Dhabi University is set to offer six new academic bachelor’s programmes in the science and art streams at its Dubai campus during the next academic semester.
India will send a man or a woman to space by 2022, says Modi
India will send a manned mission into space by 2022, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced Wednesday in a speech to the nation, AFP reported.
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United Nations arm backs Bahrain’s GITEX presence
The United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Bahrain Technology Companies Society (BTECH), according to the Bahrain News Agency.
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.
Saudi Arabia’s state carrier faces system failure
Saudi Arabia’s state airline Saudia says its flights have been affected by a system failure as the Kingdom hosts the annual Hajj pilgrimage, AFP reported.
AI and VR: game-changers for UAE retail sector
Almost half of UAE CEOs in the retail industry intend to start using artificial intelligence (AI) in the next two years, as they are increasingly influenced by technology to enhance the retail store experience for customers.