Kuwait telco Zain has launched the first integrated 5G technology on its network, which will provide high-speed communications with high efficiency.
Microsoft snaps up developer site GitHub: Bloomberg
Microsoft has reportedly acquired GitHub, the code-repository company popular with many software developers.
Sheikh Hamdan: Dubai a global destination for technology investments
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum recently highlighted that the vision of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has made emirate an attractive destination for investments in technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics.
Kuwait permits local private firm to produce robot planes
The Public Authority for Industry (PAI) has granted a local private company the initial approval to produce robot planes.
Bahrain sovereign wealth fund reduces IT costs by 50% with AWS
Sheikh Khalid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company (Mumtalakat), the sovereign wealth fund of the Kingdom of Bahrain, has recently announced the successful migration of the company’s IT infrastructure to the Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud and the closure of its onsite and offsite data centres.
UAE to introduce new practices to support health-related research
The Emirates Scientists Council (ESC) has recently delved into ways to facilitate medical research and health-related scientific efforts, and discussed the opportunities and challenges facing the sector in the UAE, WAM reported.
Abu Dhabi Ports initiates blockchain project for secure trade
Maqta Gateway, an Abu Dhabi Ports subsidiary, has reportedly developed and launched its own blockchain technology, named Silsal.
Toshiba concludes chip unit sale to Bain consortium
Japan-headquartered Toshiba has announced that it has completed the $18 billion sale of its chip unit to a consortium led …
Huawei prepares Bahrain firms for 5G
Huawei has hosted a series of workshops gathering a lineup of industry leaders and experts in Bahrain. Held under the theme, “Empowered by Innovation, 5G is now,” the workshops were organised in partnership with local carriers and regulator.
KPMG, Google combine expertise to power digital experiences
KPMG International has announced an alliance with Google aimed at enabling organisations transform their business and operating models with secure cloud computing, machine learning (ML), enterprise mobility and advanced analytics technologies.
UAE smartphone users need more data storage space: study
Storage appears to be a real problem for many smartphone users in the United Arab Emirates, with 41 per cent running out of space at least once a month and 55 per cent running out of space at least every three months, according to a UAE-wide independent consumer research conducted by YouGov, on behalf of Western Digital Corporation (WDC).
DEWA to develop sustainable solutions with startups
The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has recently signed partnerships with three start-ups to work with them in the 4th Dubai Future Accelerators Programme.
Uber in talks to resume service in Abu Dhabi
Mohamed Darwish Al Qamzi, General Manager of The Center for Regulation of Transport by Hire Cars (Transad), told reporters he was confident Uber would resume services.
Abu Dhabi issues region’s first AI control policy for healthcare
All healthcare providers, drug producers, researchers and insurers must now comply with the regulations set out by the capital.
Physics degree holders will be at the helm of the UAE’s space endeavours
Earlier this month, the American University of Sharjah has announced that it will be offering a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics. The move supports the rising interest in the UAE and region in physics-based initiatives, such as the ambitious space programme and the UAE Mars Mission.
Huawei opens new facility to foster regional IoT initiatives
Huawei has announced the launch of the Middle East’s first Multitenant Internet of Things (IoT) Hosting Centre.
Dubai Technology Partners to deliver Quintiq solutions in MENA
Dubai Technology Partners (DTP), a regional business consultancy and systems integrator for the aviation industry, has signed a partnership agreement …
Why the digital space is the new battlefield
While there remain parts of the world blighted by conventional warfare, news reports today are just as likely to be about cyber warfare as military offensives.
Growth and digital transformation top priorities for CIOs: Gartner
The top two business priorities for CIOs of midsize enterprises (MSEs) in 2018 are growth and digital transformation, according to findings from Gartner’s 2018 CIO Agenda Survey.
IBM calls on global techies to better prepare for natural disasters
The first annual Call for Code Global Challenge calls on the 22 million developers in the world to join IBM, the United Nations and the Red Cross in building sustainable technology solutions that enable disaster preparedness and protect the health and well-being of victims.