While cloud computing may have been touted for several years as the technology that would transform the Middle East, the …
What does the near future hold for Middle East software?
It’s been over half a decade since Marc Andreessen declared that “software is eating the world.” Six years on, ask …
Blockchain has potential to transform banking sector: Avaya
Avaya told delegates that blockchain could be used to transform how customer satisfaction is monitored by regulatory bodies, and how banks control identity management.
HH Sheikh Mohammed: Science is key to a prosperous society
According to HH Sheikh Mohammed, science plays a critical role in helping achieve the government’s strategic objectives and supporting government bodies in various development projects.
Shure showcases AV solutions at InfoComm MEA
Microphone and audio electronic manufacturer Shure is showcasing how its products and solutions “enable productivity, collaboration and borderless communication” at …
How LEAP is transforming recruitment with AI
According to a recent study, seven in ten companies in the UAE plan to hire new employees in the next …
A fine balance: Neil Sholay, head of Oracle Digital EMEA
With five years of experience under his belt at Oracle Digital EMEA, Neil Sholay is no stranger to the hype …
Accenture drives STEM education through ‘Hour of Code’ tutorials
For the third straight year, Accenture is teaming with Code.org on Hour of Code and other STEM-related educational initiatives.
IBM ships AI-optimised Power9 system
With the release this month of the first commercial server based on its Power9 processor, IBM is reaching another milestone …
US energy secretary Rick Perry explores ADNOC tech
Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, Minister of State and ADNOC Group CEO, has met with United States secretary of energy Rick …
NNTC launches custom chatbots in Dubai
Dubai-based IT consulting and training company NNTC is rolling out its custom chatbots to help businesses in the UAE digitise …
ESET teams up with Microsoft to combat Gamarue botnet
Security researchers at ESET, in collaboration with Microsoft and law enforcement agencies – the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Interpol, …
Why Cisco CEO Chuck Robbins believes in UAE tech
Cisco CEO Chuck Robbins launched the networking giant’s 11th global Innovation and Experience Centre at its Middle East hub in …
Knowledge Summit 2017: Sophia, Jordan PM & progress
Organised by the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation, the fourth annual Knowledge Summit discussed the ways that the …
Majid Al Futtaim to enhance advanced analytics capabilities
Regional retail giant Majid Al Futtaim has announced plans to enhance its advanced analytics capabilities, which will allow the company …
How ADNOC Refining will transform oil production with data
With a daily refining capacity of 922,000 barrels, ADNOC Refining has a large number of critical decisions to make in …
Dubai Police enables Apple Pay at smart service centres
The new feature enables customers to shorten several steps in electronic payments, with all customer service centres now supported by Apple Pay.
World Islamic Banking Conference kicks off in Bahrain
In partnership with the CBB, the Islamic Banking forum is operating under the theme “Drivers of Economic Growth & Risks: Policymakers & Regulators”.
SoftBank signs up Inuitive for AI, IoT
SoftBank has partnered with Inuitive to to collaborate through the development of artificial intelligence, deep learning (DL) and advanced 3D …
DEWA, innogy IME to invest in disruptive tech
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has partnered with innogy International to deliver a startup investment and incubator vehicle for …