Amer Khreino, CEO, Raqmiyat, elaborates on the 34-year-old firm’s plans to evolve into a next-generation services provider with deeper systems integration capabilities by 2020.
Securing the network in the age of IoT
The recent spate of ransomware attacks has put the spotlight back on network security, making it an uphill battle for almost all organisations in the region. With hackers always trying to get into networks though new and creative ways, the spending on network security, especially on firewalls/UTM products, have gone through the roof.
HBMSU named a ‘model’ for innovative learning
Dr. Mansour Al Awar, Chancellor of the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU) and the Chairman of the Governing Board …
Huawei positioned as ‘Challenger’ in Gartner magic quadrant
Huawei has announced that it has been positioned in the ‘Challengers’ quadrant of the 2017 Gartner Magic Quadrant for enterprise firewalls.
Dell predicts new era of human-machine partnerships
In 2030, every organisation will be a technology organisation and as such businesses need to start thinking today about how to future-proof their infrastructure and workforce, according to a report published by Dell Technologies.
Apple builds China data centre to comply with cybersecurity law
Apple is reportedly setting up its first data centre in China, in partnership with a local Internet services company.
Elshimy: Dubai OpenLab can drive digital transformation
Huawei’s recently launched OpenLab Dubai now sits as its regional hands-on hub for experiencing public safety, smart city and oil …
OSN’s IT VP Damian O’Gara on digitally transforming the firm
The concept of ‘digitally transforming’ the broadcast media industry may seem strange to some. By its very nature, television services …
Gulf Air reveals DDoS step-change to boost security
Gulf Air has revealed a cybersecurity step-change as part of an ongoing campaign to safeguard its operations and deliver industry-leading customer service.
Careem backer announces new VC fund
Iris Capital , a pan-European venture capital firm, has announced the launch of IrisNext, its new fund focusing on digital …
Dell EMC names Ingram Micro as key ME distribution partner
Aptec, an Ingram Micro company, has been selected as a strategic distribution partner by Dell EMC across the United Arab …
CommScope forms ‘Multi-Tenant Data Centre Alliance’
CommScope has announced a Multi-Tenant Data Center (MTDC) Alliance as part of the PartnerPRO Network.
SDN: The game changer for today’s networks?
Software-defined networking (SDN) opens up closed network platforms, allowing for greater oversight and more rapid provisioning of new services, writes …
DESC, University of Dubai to promote cybersecurity research
Based on the MoU, both parties will work together to raise the level of awareness in the various fields of cybersecurity by providing the necessary consultation and training content for holding workshops and seminars, as well as organising events to spread scientific awareness in cybersecurity.
Cisco certifies Emircom as specialised partner in Gulf
Regional systems integrator Emircom has announced that Cisco has certified it as a Cisco Master Security Specialisation Partner for the …
The best of both worlds: Dell EMC World 2017
In its second annual Las Vegas ‘World’ outing since the completion of the record $67 billion merger, Dell EMC laid …
Alpha Data focuses on Digital Workspace Solutions
The systems integrator collaborates with Citrix and Microsoft to highlight its strength in integrating solutions. Alpha Data, one of the …
Huawei showcases digital aviation solutions
At Dubai Airport Show 2017, Huawei showcased its full suite of airport-oriented ICT capabilities including visualised airport operation solution, panoramic video …
The headhunter: Bayt.com co-founder & CTO Akram Assaf
Akram Assaf is no stranger to competition. The two primary industries – recruitment and technology – which encapsulate the firm …
Microsoft seeks cutting edge with Azure enhancements
James Dartnell reports from Microsoft Build 2017 at the Washington State Convention Centre in Seattle. Microsoft has announced a broad …