Mohammed Amin, SVP, MERAT, Dell Technologies discusses how the firm aims to empower the UAE in achieving its Vision 2021.
Tech disruption key priority for UAE CEOs: report
UAE CEOs are actively disrupting their sectors in 2019 with 70 percent already making significant technological advances, from AI to cognitive computing, to grow their business and stay ahead of competition.
UAE tops Arab region for digital competitiveness: report
The UAE has been ranked first in the Arab region and 12th globally among highly competitive countries in the IMD World Digital Competitiveness Ranking 2019, issued by the IMD World Competitiveness Center.
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Oracle powers UAE’s National Vision at GITEX 2019
Highlighting the impact of latest digital solutions that will help the UAE achieve its National Vision of developing a ‘competitive knowledge …
UAE space mission affirms that Emiratis’ ambitions have no limit, says minister
Emirati astronaut Hazza Al Mansouri is carrying the hopes of the nation on his shoulders, said Dr. Ahmad bin Abdullah Humaid Belhoul Al Falasi, Minister of State for Higher Education and Advanced Skills and Chairman of the UAE Space Agency.
UAE rolls out first-ever blockchain-based platform for health professionals
The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has announced the launch of the first blockchain-based system to save and share the assessment information of health professionals,
UAE telco to acquire Help AG’s UAE and Saudi Arabia operations
UAE-based telco Etisalat has announced on it has signed a deal to acquire full ownership of cybersecurity firm Help AG’s businesses in the UAE and Saudi Arabia.
US tech giant to open new data centres in UAE and Saudi Arabia
US tech giant Oracle has announced plans to open new data centres in the UAE and Saudi Arabia as it looks to drive regional business growth.
UAE telco encourages customers to volunteer for Expo 2020
Etisalat has announced that it will launch an awareness campaign to encourage millions of its customers to volunteer in the lead-up to and during the largest event ever held in the Arab world.
“Digital transformation” tops online searches in UAE and Saudi Arabia
UAE and Saudi Arabia have been named as leaders in GCC-wide online searches relating to digital security and transformation over the last 12 months, according to a report by SEMrush, an all-in-one digital marketing suite.
UAE-based VAD StarLink names new CEO
Value-added distributor (VAD) for Middle East, Turkey and Africa (META) StarLink has announced the appointment of Bashar Bashaireh as its new Chief Executive Officer.
UAE ranks first globally in mobile-broadband subscriptions
The UAE has ranked first globally in mobile-broadband subscriptions and network coverage, and second in mobile-cellular telephone subscriptions, according to a report issued by the World Economic Forum.
UAE engineer invents AI-powered device for improving school bus safety
Almas Robotics, a Dubai-based technology and engineering company, has launched its new “Safe Bus” smart device which uses artificial intelligence technology to track passengers on school buses with the aim of improving safety standards in the UAE.
UAE spotlights AI’s role in the fight against food waste
Artificial intelligence (AI) will play a key role in resolving issues on food waste, the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) highlighted.
First-ever Emirati astronaut to bring UAE heritage and culture to space
The UAE is set to make history on 25th September, when the nation’s first-ever astronaut Hazza Al Mansoori takes off to space for his mission to the International Space Station (ISS).
UAE leads Arab region in e-government and mobile services maturity
The UAE has been ranked first in the Arab region in Government Electronic and Mobile Services (GEMS) Maturity Index, according to a report issued by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA)
UAE’s Etisalat makes 5G call from world’s tallest tower
UAE-based telco Etisalat has announced the availability of 5G coverage in the world’s tallest and iconic tower Burj Khalifa showcasing readiness of the 5G network and compatibility with industry leading 5G smartphones.
UAE homegrown site to revolutionise corporate travel with new online tool
Musafir.com has announced a new corporate booking tool, a feature that is designed to streamline the relationship between the premium travel website and their corporate clients.
UAE-based bank enhances data-driven decision-making with SAP
Emirates NBD has partnered with enterprise software firm SAP to become the first bank globally to implement SAP Financial Services Data Platform.
Cloud-based network architecture vital for 5G future, says UAE telco
du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has placed the spotlight on the need for cloud-based future network architecture for new 5G and IOT use cases in a recent study it published in partnership with Nokia.