Norway will promote its innovations, technologies and further development of the country’s ocean industries to a global audience of millions, after confirming its participation at Expo 2020 Dubai.
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Telecom subscribers in UAE rise to 24 million: TRA
The number of subscribers to telecommunications services in the UAE, whether through mobile phones, landlines and the internet, rose to around 24 million during the first five months of 2018.1 6489
Vuclip names new general manager for Middle East
Abe Shady Aboul Naga has joined the regional leadership team at Vuclip, a PCCW Media company.
Dubai Chamber on-boards “360 Doctor” to foster health and wellness
Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has revealed the latest initiative designed to ensure the well-being of its team members.
Saudi Arabia’s Sipchem promotes education and technical innovation
Sipchem has launched its innovation club ‘Sipchem Tech’ in Saudi Arabia with the aim of building the capabilities of the youth in various fields, including artificial intelligence (AI), programming, 3D printing and robotics.
Facial recognition tech poses “human rights risks”: Microsoft president
Microsoft called for government regulation of facial recognition technology and for laws governing its acceptable uses.
New mobile-based payment app launches in Saudi Arabia
Visa has partnered with mada to bring mada Pay, the first mobile payment solution that supports contactless (NFC) transactions in Saudi Arabia.
Smart Dubai explores prospects of an integrated tech infrastructure
Smart Dubai has organised a brainstorming session at its headquarters in Dubai Design District, d3, as part of its Smart Cities Hackathon.
F5 Networks names new security chief
F5 Networks has announced that Mary Gardner has joined the company’s leadership team as its chief information security officer (CISO).
Are mobile apps spying on UAE residents?
The monitoring capabilities of mobile apps are becoming a concern for users, with 58 percent of UAE residents saying they are uncomfortable with sharing their location information with websites and apps.
Dubai RTA reviews future plans for hi-tech transit systems
Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority, RTA, in Dubai, has received Dr. Volkmar Denner, Chairman of the BOM Robert Bosch GmbH, Germany.