Saudi Arabia has announced plans to adopt solar technology to power a desalination plant that produces clean, low-cost, environmentally friendly fresh water at the smart mega-city Neom.
Dubai unveils new platform in bid to become a global hub for e-commerce
Dubai Customs has officially launched its Cross Border e-Commerce platform to help the emirate become a global hub for e-commerce and encourage e-commerce companies set their businesses in Dubai.
Huawei gets green light for limited role in UK 5G networks
The UK has decided that it will allow China’s Huawei Technologies Co. to build part of its next-generation 5G cellular network, despite pressure from the US to block the firm.
Dubai-based Careem to slash workforce
UAE-based ride hailing app Careem has announced that it will cut down its workforce by five percent, as the company aims to streamline its operations.
StarLink sets sights on stellar growth for 2020
StarLink, the fastest growing “True” Value-Added-Distributor (VAD) for Cyber and Cloud in the Middle East, Turkey and Africa (META) region …
Data Privacy Day: Remembering how much work still lies ahead
International Data Privacy Day is meant to raise awareness about how personal data is being used, collected and shared in today’s digital society.
On-demand fuel delivery app launches in Oman
CAFU, the MENA region’s first on-demand fuel delivery app, has recently entered into a joint agreement with Al Maha Petroleum to deliver its popular services to customers in Oman, as part of its international expansion strategy.
UAE launches self-education ‘Digital Knowledge Hub’
The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) has unveiled the ‘Digital Knowledge Hub’, a comprehensive online platform to facilitate self-education and promote development.
UAE residents likely to buy self-driving cars in five years: study
Almost half of UAE residents (49 percent) said they are likely to own a self-driving car in the next five years, according to a recent survey.
Dubai RTA enhances employee experience with AI-powered tech
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched virtual assistants (e-support) for delivering inquiry and procedural services to employees through its intranet.