Shipping group Maersk has announced that 94 companies and organisations have so far joined a blockchain platform developed with IBM.
Facebook blockchain head quits Coinbase
David Marcus is stepping down from the board of directors at cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase, citing his new assignment at Facebook leading the social media giant’s blockchain strategy.
Dubai on track to becoming the “world’s smartest city”
Dubai has snagged the top spot as the ‘Most Innovative City’ in the region in 2thinknow’s 2018 report.
Omantel teams up with Oman’s first-ever blockchain firm
Omantel has reportedly partnered with Blockchain Solutions and Services (BSS) for mutual cooperation between the two companies, which include availing the smart solutions offered by BSS in logistic and commercial operations.
Bank of Sohar backs programme for blockchain training
Bank Sohar has announced its support for the upcoming Blockchain Training Programme – Intermediate level workshop, organised by the Oman Blockchain Club, the Times of Oman reported.
Global experts to discuss future impact of AI and IoT
Global experts in artificial intelligence, blockchain and Internet of Things will descend to Dubai in October to discuss how these three technologies will converge in the future.
Fourth Industrial Revolution startups in Dubai get new incubator
‘The Co-working Popup’ is an integrated business incubator, offering business development programmes, a membership-based business space for entrepreneurs who want to establish their own creative enterprises, and a close space for start-ups to incubate their businesses.
Dubai sets sights on launching world’s first Court of the Blockchain
The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Courts have partnered with Smart Dubai to create the world’s first Court of the Blockchain.
Blockchain technologies to shake up Dubai’s property market
Blockchain technology can transform the Dubai real estate market and the wider economy by bringing in a new level of transparency to attract global players, said international investment and advisory specialists Cryptech.
Abu Dhabi eyes new hub to accelerate blockchain excellence
The Department of Economic Development – Abu Dhabi has signed a new deal aimed at launching a new centre to support investment in technologies and innovative solutions such as blockchain.