Viu, a leading pan-regional OTT video service by PCCW Media, has hit 6 million monthly active users (MAU) across its markets in March this year.
Dubai Chamber looks into China’s evolving e-commerce sector
The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has recently hosted a workshop focusing on the trends reshaping China’s e-commerce sector and it’s potential for UAE businesses.
Cybersecurity centre set to expand Emirati-only workforce
According to a recent Bloomberg report, the Dubai Electronic Security Centre (DESC) is looking to expand its Emirati-only workforce by 50 percent this year, in its bid to make the city the “safest electronic city in the world.”
DSO Authority to organise Emirati tech boot camp
Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA), the regulatory body for Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), the integrated free zone technology park, is …
Etisalat trials 5G with outdoor mobility
Ericsson and Etisalat successfully conducted a 5G trial with outdoor mobility today at Etisalat’s Head Office in Abu Dhabi, UAE. …
Smart Dubai delegation visits The Sustainable City
A delegation from Smart Dubai, which was headed by the organisation’s director general Her Excellency Dr. Aisha Bint Butti Bin Bishr, has recently visited The Sustainable City.
Criteo data reveals retail sales increase during Ramadan
The data revealed by the performance marketing technology company demonstrated that retail sales and traffic in 2016 increased in the lead up to and during Ramadan, but declined slightly during Eid el-Fitr.
Siemens launches digitalisation roadshow
Siemens has launched a digitalisation roadshow across the Middle East, bringing together leaders from government, private sector and education to …
Emirates NBD introduces ‘Cheque Chain’
Emirates NBD has launched ‘Cheque Chain,’ an initiative that will integrate blockchain technology into cheques to strengthen their authenticity and minimise potential fraud.
Etisalat rewards partners
Etisalat recently awarded its best performing indirect sales channel partners across UAE at an annual award ceremony held at Ritz …
Digital divide widens between nations reveals Huawei study
Huawei’s Global Connectivity Index (GCI) 2017 report has revealed that digitally-advanced and digitally-developing nations continue to gain strong economic growth and secure larger ICT investments, while less developed nations see much slower growth.
Cognit hosts ‘Build with Watson’ workshop
Cognit, the joint venture established between Mubadala and IBM Watson has announced a new initiative aimed at fostering a regional ecosystem of entrepreneurs, start-ups and app developers through Watson.
GCC residents prefer online shopping despite security concerns
A recent survey commissioned by Seamless Middle East 2017 revealed that 48 percent of GCC residents prefer to shop online, with 33 percent of respondents stating that online shopping is just as safe as offline shopping.
Sheikh Hamdan debuts the Dubai Font
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, has launched the Dubai Font in line with the UAE’s vision to become a regional and global leader in innovation.
Cloud4C announces participation at Seamless Middle East
Cloud4C has announced its participation at the Seamless Payments Expo in Dubai on 1st to 2nd May 2017.
DAFZA signs strategic MoU with Arab Federation of e-Commerce
DAFZA has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Arab Union for Electronic Commerce (EFTU) to exchange knowledge and expertise in the digital economy and electronic e-commerce.
Injazat launches InCloud portfolio amidst company rebrand
Injazat Data Systems has announced the availability of ‘InCloud’, its fully integrated cloud solution, with hybrid, public and private model …
‘Create@Alibaba Cloud’ programme expands to four continents
Alibaba Cloud has announced that it will expand its global start-up programme ‘Create@Alibaba Cloud’ to more countries, applying its growing global coverage and increasing support to local small enterprises.
E-City displays in-store retail technologies
E-City, part of the Albatha Group, has revealed its move to showcase the latest in-store retail technologies across all its …
OMA Emirates to take part at Seamless Middle East 2017
OMA Emirates Group has announced that it will showcase its new and innovative technology in the mobility payment solutions which are witnessing an increasing uptake in the Middle East at Seamless Middle East 2017.