Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has announced changes to how it will rank the posts, videos and photos that appear in its users’ News Feeds and prioritise ‘meaningful’ content.
Genetec reveals Intersec Dubai 2018 lineup
Genetec will showcase its latest unified security technology solutions and initiatives at Intersec Dubai 2018, set to take place from …
How Gartner believes AI will transform smartphones
Artificial intelligence features will become a critical product differentiator for smartphone vendors in acquiring new customers, according to Gartner. …
WhatsApp update enables quick switch from voice to video calls
According to WABetaInfo, when users are in a WhatsApp voice call and want to switch to video, they just need to tap a button to make the switch.
HP debuts new products at CES 2018
HP, Inc. has unveiled a series of new products at the on-going CES 2018 taking place in Las Vegas. The …
Sony’s Fast Hybrid AF Camcorders launch in Middle East
Sony has announced the launch of two new 4K HDR camcorders featuring its Fast Hybrid AF system: the XDCAM PXW-Z90 …
STC to build MENA’s largest NOC
Saudi Telecom Company (STC) has announced the start of constructing the largest network operations centre (NOC) in MENA, in order …
GE expands its smart lighting lineup
GE is storming into 2018 with several smart home solutions, building on its early forays with the C by GE …
Trends security pros need to think about going into 2018
Cybercriminals are becoming more sophisticated and collaborative with every coming year. As with previous years, 2017 saw no shortage of …
TestBED: what tech innovations can GCC hospitality expect in 2018?
James Dartnell spoke to the three finalists of Marriott Hotels’ TestBED programme for technology startups, which launched in the Middle …
Revealed: how much Fortune 500 CIOs really earn
New research has compiled the salary details of 25 Fortune 500 CIOs’ salaries and overall compensation packages. The research, by …
Emaar, Twitter partner for New Year’s Eve live stream
Emaar Properties and Twitter have announced that they are partnering to live stream the New Year’s Eve festivities in Dubai …
DigitalGenius secures $14.75M funding to drive AI in customer service
DigitalGenius, the player in artificial intelligence (AI) for customer service, has announced it has secured $14.75 million in Series A …
Bahrain tops ICT development rankings for Arab world: ITU
The ITU IDI has ranked Bahrain as the leader in the Arab world, and 31st globally, showing continued progress in connectivity and use of ICT.
Cryptocurrency withdrawals will soon be available at UAE ATMs
NCR has announced that it has teamed-up with CoinHub to enable users to make cash withdrawals from their cryptocurrency account at the ATM.
Oman launches currency detection app for the visually-impaired
The ‘Omani Currency Reader’ uses the phone camera to read and analyse the currency note held in front of it in real time.
AUS students design smart system to reduce UAE car accidents
The “smart system” helps drivers detect any irregularities in the driving activity of surrounding vehicles through high-communication protocol, Zigbee.
Uber in talks to make low-cost service available long term in Dubai
The UberX service, which began in April as a three-month pilot observed by the Roads and Transport Authority, continues to be available in Dubai.
Synack signs SecureLink as Middle East distributor
SecureLink, a risk advisory firm based in Dubai and part of the StarLink group, has announced signing up distribution rights …
Report: 64% SMBs to adopt marketing automation within two years
ActiveCampaign’s recently released report indicates that marketing automation is the next big transformation for small and medium-size businesses, with 64 …