Facebook-owned WhatsApp had reportedly pledged to develop tools that would combat fake messages, to help India crack down on people whipping up public anger through mass message forwards on social media.
Tech companies remove accounts tied to Irananian propaganda
Social media and technology companies Facebook, Twitter and Alphabet jointly removed hundreds of accounts tied to Iranian actors, which cybersecurity …
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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.
Saudi Arabia bets big on tech, prepares for life after oil
Saudi Arabia, the world’s biggest crude exporter is future-proofing itself against oil’s decline by investing the increasingly booming technology industry.
Elon Musk “in talks” with Saudi Arabia on taking Tesla private
Tesla CEO Elon Musk reportedly said he is in talks with Musk Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund and other investors for support in taking the company private.
Apple productions could face delays after virus attack
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), which makes chips for Apple’s iPhone is back in full production after being infected with malware at the weekend.
Dubai on track to becoming the “world’s smartest city”
Dubai has snagged the top spot as the ‘Most Innovative City’ in the region in 2thinknow’s 2018 report.
Abu Dhabi to shed light on AI’s impact on healthcare
Global experts will discuss artificial intelligence, machine learning and digital pathology at the upcoming sixth Oncology Conference in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Yahsat introduces new WiFi solution
Yahsat, the UAE based satellite operator, announced today the launch of YahClick Wi-Fi Enterprise Solution in partnership with Italian Wi-Fi cloud management software provider Tanaza.
Canon launches LX-MU500Z laser installation projector
Canon Middle East has launched the LX-MU500Z, a compact laser installation projector, ideal for academic institutions or corporate environments.
Sony MEA releases new RX100 VI with long zoom lens
Sony has expanded its popular Cyber-shot RX100 series of premium compact cameras with the launch of the RX100 VI (model DSC-RX100M6) in the UAE.
Asus unveils latest series of motherboards in Middle East
Asus Middle East has announced the availability of ROG Strix, Prime and TUF Gaming series motherboards built on the AMD B450 chipset and supporting the latest AMD Ryzen processors.
Samsung starts mass production of power efficient memory chips
Samsung Electronics has announced that it has begun mass producing the industry’s first 2nd-generation of 10-nanometer-class (1y-nm), LPDDR4X (Low Power, Double Data Rate, 4X) DRAM.
Omantel teams up with Oman’s first-ever blockchain firm
Omantel has reportedly partnered with Blockchain Solutions and Services (BSS) for mutual cooperation between the two companies, which include availing the smart solutions offered by BSS in logistic and commercial operations.
Saudi Arabia unveils digital services for Hajj pilgrims
Saudi Arabia’s Makkah Gov. Prince Khaled Al-Faisal has reportedly inaugurated the “Intelligent Hajj” programme, Arab News reported.
Space exploration experts to descend into Dubai
The UAE is set to host the 22nd International Academy of Astronautics (IAA) Human in Space Symposium in Dubai 2019.
Dubai technology sector attracts billions in foreign investments
Dubai has reportedly attracted $21.66 billion worth of foreign direct investment in high-end technology transfers in three years.
Female data scientists to help shape Saudi Arabia’s future
Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University has partnered with the national and international organisations to provide distinguished degrees and certificates for Saudi female students and graduates.
iPhones are not eavesdropping on consumers, says Apple
Apple told US lawmakers that its iPhones do not listen to users without their consent and do not allow third-party apps to do so either.
WhatsApp’s latest group feature goes live
Starting today, WhatsApp users will be able to make group video and voice calls.