Uber’s acquisition of the Dubai tech unicorn Careem will be completed within seven to eight months, according to the ride-hailing firms’ CEOs.
Middle East’s largest cybersecurity event to open in Dubai
As the UAE continues to lead the way as MENA’s foremost technology hub, GISEC – the region’s largest cybersecurity event …
Abu Dhabi’s Etihad rolls out new real-time flight tracking tech
Etihad Airways has successfully implemented the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) Global Aeronautical Distress and Safety System (GADSS) recommendations for flight tracking.
UAE residents to get hands-on experience of 5G soon: Etisalat
UAE telecom provider Etisalat says its 5G network is fully ready in the UAE and consumers will be able to get hands-on experience when new 5G-enabled smartphones are rolled out in the market.
Dubai digital bank Liv introduces new AI-powered chatbot
Liv., the lifestyle digital bank by Emirates NBD, has partnered with US-based Kasisto, the creators of the KAI Banking AI platform for finance to introduce Olivia, Liv.’s conversational AI-based chatbot.
Uber confirms acquisition of Dubai-based Careem
Uber and Careem have reached an agreement for Uber to acquire Careem for $3.1 billion, consisting of $1.7 billion in convertible notes and $1.4 billion in cash.
UAE Space Agency teams up with Virgin Galactic to develop space tourism
The UAE Space Agency and Virgin Galactic have announced a new partnership that will see the two parties cooperate across a range of areas including plans to develop space tourism flights.
Uber to acquire Dubai-based Careem for $3 billion: report
Uber is reportedly gearing up to announce a $3.1 billion cash-and-share deal to acquire its Dubai-based rival Careem as early as this week.
UAE’s Masdar City launches new hub for tech startups
Masdar City, Abu Dhabi’s flagship sustainable urban community, has launched Tech Park, a new destination for start-ups focused on technology, sustainability and the digital economy.
Abu Dhabi authority teams up with HPE to boost digital transformation
Abu Dhabi Smart Solutions and Services Authority (ADSSSA) has partnered with Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) to accelerate the Abu Dhabi Government’s digital transformation efforts.
Microsoft gears up for the first “Ignite” tour in Dubai
Microsoft has announced that its global annual technology conference “Microsoft Ignite | The Tour” is all set to pave its path in Dubai on March 27-28, for the very first time.
UAE announces new Arab space collaboration initiative
The UAE has launched a regional space collaboration programme that aims to empower the Arab nations to pursue initiatives in …
Dubai Police nabs 300 suspects with AI-powered cameras
The Dubai Police has reportedly made over 300 arrests in Dubai last month with the help of AI-powered CCTV cameras.
Cybersecurity a popular career choice in UAE and Saudi Arabia: SANS
Students in the UAE and Saudi Arabia are looking at IT, including cybersecurity, as a prospective career, according to the latest study by SANS Institute.