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75% of retailers say AI Agents will be essential to compete

Data from Salesforce’s sixth Connected Shoppers Report offers a glimpse into the future of retail.

Daniel ShepherdApril 15, 2025, 11:15 amApril 15, 2025

Qlik expands cloud footprint with new AWS region in Middle East

Nozomi Networks spotlights future of cybersecurity for critical infrastructure

PeopleStrong powers UAE’s talent shift, accelerates ME growth: Mrigank Tripathi

IHC, ADQ and FAB pioneer UAE Dirham-backed Stablecoin for digital economy

Jacky’s Business Solutions unveils Agentic AI offering to accelerate GCC’s autonomous business future

Sophos powers up cybersecurity in the UAE

Aster Pharmacy unveils largest regional store in Riyadh, pioneering digital healthcare integration

Cisco expands in Saudi Arabia with cloud data centers, AI talent development, and manufacturing plans

Zebra spearheads digital transformation in Saudi Arabia, aligns with Vision 2030

Tech To Make Riyadh Epicentre of MENA Music by 2030

Microsoft AI Tour showcases groundbreaking AI innovations for Oman

Open Innovation AI collaborates with Intel to revolutionize AI orchestration with Gaudi

KROHNE delivers insights to inspire the next generation of engineers in Oman

Oracle supports major project to accelerate Oman digital economy

Ooredoo accelerates cybersecurity in Oman with new deal

Open Innovation AI collaborates with Intel to revolutionize AI orchestration with Gaudi

BDB launches “tijara” platform for SMEs

Bahrain achieves full nationwide 5G coverage

Batelco, SonicWall launch integrated security solutions for SMEs in Bahrain

Bahrain to offer COVID-19 test results on WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger

Open Innovation AI collaborates with Intel to revolutionize AI orchestration with Gaudi

Infopercept opens its first Middle East office in Kuwait

Microsoft Compliance Manager now available in Kuwait

Commercial Bank of Kuwait gets mobile payments moving with Thales Digital Solutions

Ooredoo chooses Fortinet to deliver secure SD-WAN managed services in Kuwait

Rise of Fearless launches $700K investment round to advance Web3 mobile gaming in Africa

e& enterprise and RAIN Technology to revolutionise Operating Room efficiency in hospitals across MEA

Open Innovation AI collaborates with Intel to revolutionize AI orchestration with Gaudi

Looking for the best label solutions in South Africa? Go OKI!

OKI is only going bigger in the South African market!

Why Passwords still matter as a first line of cybersecurity in Middle East

Qlik expands cloud footprint with new AWS region in Middle East

ASUS unveils latest ExpertBook P1 models

e& UAE revolutionises telecom tower inspections with AI-powered drones

e& AGM approves 83 fils dividend per share for FY 2024

Samsung, e& UAE sign strategic MoU to advance AI-driven innovation, digital experiences at MWC

Open Innovation AI collaborates with Intel to revolutionize AI orchestration with Gaudi

Gender Lens investing vital to economic recovery

Virgin Hyperloop unveils location for Hyperloop certification centre

TikTok taps Oracle as secure cloud provider

DHA signs MoU to train leadership in AI

Dubai Future Foundation, University of Birmingham Dubai boost AI collaboration

GDRFA – Dubai launches 8th ICEQ International Conference

Bybit partners with University of Wollongong in Dubai to host Demo Trading Challenge

National IT Academy and Microsoft launch the first Microsoft Datacentre Academy in the Region

Solis poised to transform Dubai’s skyline and deserts into beacons of sustainability

Open Innovation AI collaborates with Intel to revolutionize AI orchestration with Gaudi

Huawei launches ground-breaking solar inverter at World Future Energy Summit

Middle East Energy to further boost their sustainability agenda

EDF UK selects Dynatrace to keep the power flowing

IHC, ADQ and FAB pioneer UAE Dirham-backed Stablecoin for digital economy

MENA Fintech Association, International Smart Card to shape future of digital finance

Emirates NBD’s collaboration with Kinexys to enhance cross-border payment security

Continental advances AI Integration to boost efficiency, protect client trust

Arab Bank Group achieves record net profit of USD 1 Billion for 2024, 40% cash dividends

GDRFA–Dubai concludes ICEQ 2025 Conference; launches “Pioneering Scientific Research Award”

DFF, Google Cloud launch AI upskilling initiative for Dubai Chief AI Officers

MBRHE and Beyond Limits AI MoU to enhance digital transformation

Dubai govt achieves major efficiency gains through AI, says 15 AI Use Cases report

94% of Dubai govt employees express optimism over impact of generative AI

DHA to leverage AI-powered ‘Genesys’ system in contact centre services

AI to lead Dubai’s healthcare transformation, says DHA head

BD hosts Healthcare Summit in Riyadh in line with Vision 2030

e& enterprise and RAIN Technology to revolutionise Operating Room efficiency in hospitals across MEA

How will Agentic AI ease healthcare’s workforce crisis?

DLD boosts transparency with AI-enabled real estate advertising governance

MBRHE and Beyond Limits AI MoU to enhance digital transformation

Huspy launches GCC’s first AI-powered mortgage chatbot to transform home financing

DLD, VARA collaborate to boost leadership in realty and virtual assets regulation

Open Innovation AI collaborates with Intel to revolutionize AI orchestration with Gaudi

Jacky’s Business Solutions unveils Agentic AI offering to accelerate GCC’s autonomous business future

Skills gap, data hurdles, and ethics key to unlocking AI in GCC retail, says Al-Futtaim

ASUS unveils latest ExpertBook P1 models

75% of retailers say AI Agents will be essential to compete

New data: Gen Z embraces AI for social media spending

Why Passwords still matter as a first line of cybersecurity in Middle East

Veeam announces new integration for Anthropic’s MCP

Qlik expands cloud footprint with new AWS region in Middle East

Nozomi Networks spotlights future of cybersecurity for critical infrastructure

PeopleStrong powers UAE’s talent shift, accelerates ME growth: Mrigank Tripathi