Business leaders in the Middle East and Africa strongly believe that data helps build trust from its customers, its own business processes, and across its partner ecosystem, according to a recent study by IBM.
Driverless cars to hit UAE roads in two years: ESMA
Driverless vehicles may hit the UAE roads in 2021 as the nation prepares to become the first country in the world to have regulations on autonomous vehicles, a top official told WAM.
Dell Technologies commits to driving UAE’s ICT agenda
With digital transformation being a major area of focus for businesses and government across the UAE, Dell Technologies has reinforced its commitment to advancing the country’s ICT agenda.
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix to go cashless with Tappit
Tappit, the global payment ecosystem for events, sports stadia and venues, has announced a new partnership with Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi.
Dubai rolls out new data initiative to bolster the retail sector
Smart Dubai and the Dubai Department of Economic Development (DED – Dubai Economy) have announced a joint new data initiative for the retail sector.
Ooredoo chooses Fortinet to deliver secure SD-WAN managed services in Kuwait
Fortinet has been chosen by Ooredoo Kuwait, a part of Ooredoo Group to deliver the region’s first secure SD-WAN managed service.
Uber stripped of licence to operate in London
Uber has lost its licence to operate private hire vehicles in London after the UK capital’s transport agency said it was “not fit and proper” to hold such a permit.
Zain rolls out first-ever 5G roaming service in MENA
Zain Group has successfully launched the region’s first 5G roaming service between Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, with download speeds reaching as high as 500 Mbps for both outbound and inbound roaming.
Dubai turns to AI to enhance training for public transport drivers
The project called, Digital Coach project, is in line with the UAE Strategy for artificial intelligence (AI) and technology is the first-of-its-kind in training drivers worldwide.
Abu Dhabi and Dubai recognised among the world’s top Hyperconnected Cities
Data is at the core of successful smart city innovation, according to new research from Oracle and economic and urban …
HPE and Ingram Micro to train Egyptian nationals in AI
The Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA), Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) and Ingram Micro have signed a collaboration agreement to train and qualify Egyptian talents on artificial intelligence (AI) applications.
UAE highlights need to enhance Arab cooperation in the space sector
The UAE Space Agency has reportedly organised the fourth meeting of the Arab Space Cooperation Group on the sidelines of the 16th edition of Dubai Airshow 2019.
How ADDA is enabling governments of the future
The UAE government has been leading at the forefront of the digital transformation of the country and the region, and …
Dubai Future Council launches blockchain policy
The Dubai Future Council for Blockchain, chaired by Dr Aisha Bint Butti Bin Bishr, has launched the Dubai Blockchain Policy at the 9th Smart City Expo World Congress, held in Barcelona.