The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has unveiled the shortlisted finalists of the Dubai World Challenge for Self-Driving Transport and announced that the finalists in the four categories will be awarded $5 million in October 2019.
RAKBANK to tie-up with three new fintech firms
UAE based RAKBANK says it is in the process of tying up with three new fintech firms, in an attempt …
UAE AI minister urges the youth to know their role in shaping the future
UAE’s Minister of State for AI Omar bin Sultan Al Olama called on the youth to understand what their role will be in shaping the future.
Bahrain telco introduces Kingdom’s first-ever smart customer service platform
Zain Bahrain has announced the launch of zBot, an all-new interactive digital channel for smart customer service, making it the first telecoms operator to launch this innovative solution in the Kingdom.
Oman improves service response times with AI
Oman Data Park (ODP) has reportedly introduced artificial intelligence services bringing in “Robot as a Service” into the Omani market at Omantel ICT Summit 2018.
HP enhances Spectre lineup
HP Inc. launched a bold lineup of new devices that aim to deliver the ultimate combination of premium design, leading security, and enhanced performance.
Dubai teams up with global tech firm to develop data science
Smart Dubai has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with IBM with the aim of setting up a Data Science Lab and collaborating on organising the Chief Data Officer (CDO) Summit in Dubai in 2019.
UAE’s ADNEC unveils new chatbot feature
Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC) has launched an online chatbot platform ‘Jawab,’ which will be utilised by organisers and visitors on all event-related aspects, including the diverse range of services provided by ADNEC.
Oracle OpenWorld: AI and machine learning to tilt balance in favour of cyber-defence
Machine learning and artificial intelligence will shift the balance against cyber-attackers by offering greater assistance to cyber defence efforts, Oracle’s chief corporate architect has said.
Huawei’s AI-powered smartphone debuts in the UAE
Huawei Consumer Business Group (CBG) unveiled the much-anticipated Huawei Mate 20 Series to users in the Middle East and Africa region.
Oracle looks to cement GCC presence
For more than two decades, Abdul Rahman Al Thehaiban has worked for Oracle, starting off as a sales director for the company’s Saudi operation and now a senior vice president covering the Middle East, Turkey and Africa.
Oracle OpenWorld: Hurd sees AI as creating, not destroying, jobs
The growth of artificial intelligence is so central to digital technology that by 2025 AI will be included in all cloud applications, the CEO of Oracle has predicted.
Alibaba Cloud to drive smart cities with AI-powered programme
Alibaba Cloud, the cloud computing arm of Alibaba Group, demonstrated the capabilities of ET Brain, its proprietary artificial intelligence programme designed for different verticals and cities to tackle real-world challenges.
AI instrumental in the fight against tuberculosis: UAE minister
Omar bin Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, asserted that AI technology will be the core pillar in combating one of the deadliest diseases in the world – tuberculosis.
How Oracle provides a unique view of the Internet in the UAE
The Oracle Internet Intelligence Map shows, for example, country-level security threats that could impact internet performance, along with connectivity statistics and transit shifts.
emaratech teams up with Dell EMC to accelerate smart transformation
In line with the ongoing transformation of Dubai into a smart city, emaratech, a regional technology and consulting company, have announced their strategic partnership with Dell EMC.
Microsoft spotlights threat management solutions
Microsoft has brought the power of its cloud-based identity and threat-management solutions to Gartner’s Security and Risk Management Summit 2018, at the InterContinental Hotel, Dubai Festival City.
Oracle OpenWorld: UAE to get stronger data capabilities
Oracle is strengthening its cloud data centre facilities in the UAE as it launches its new-generation cloud offering, the company’s executive chairman, Larry Ellison, has announced.
BT speeds up access to Google Cloud
BT has announced the launch of a new service to provide organisations with simple, direct and fast access to Google Cloud Platform.
Dubai DED turns to AI to boost consumer protection
The Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai has formed a strategic partnership with AI and IoT firm BooleanLAb to establish an advanced market monitoring and inspection system for the emirate.