IBM has acquired all of the issued and outstanding common shares of Red Hat for $190.00 per share in cash, representing a total equity value of approximately $34 billion.
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UAE parents “concerned” but “don’t take action” in protecting kids online
A majority of UAE parents (96 percent) worry about their children’s online safety but many may not know how to protect them, according to a recent study by Norton.2 4431
How Moro and Virtustream aim to accelerate regional digital transformation
Dubai-based data hub Moro and Virtustream, a Dell Technologies company, have recently partnered to deliver innovative cloud offerings to accelerate digital transformation in the region. Moro CEO Mohammed Sabunchi and Virtustream EMEA vice president Paul Duffy, discuss the bountiful opportunities that the new partnership will bring to the region.
Microsoft launches UAE data centres
Microsoft launched today two new cloud data centres in the United Arab Emirates. These new regions – Microsoft’s first in …
Dubai Customs turns to AI to boost productivity
Dubai Customs has announced that its “Productivity Engine” has been approved by the Dubai Executive Council to be used at the government departments level, WAM reported.
87% of firms experience growth from cloud services: report
Cybersecurity firm McAfee has released a special edition of its Cloud and Risk Adoption Report, focused on the business impact …
UAE a global model for AI tech adoption: minister
The UAE is a global model in adopting AI in government work as well as in its future strategies, according to the nation’s Minister of State for AI Omar bin Sultan Al Olama.
Abu Dhabi Police conducts test drive on “smart” vehicles
The General Command of Abu Dhabi Police launched the “Smart Driving Test Project” as part of its efforts to adopt the latest technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI).
Startups vital in “shaping future sectors”: Dubai Area 2071 boss
AREA 2071 has recently hosted 20 global startups valued at AED 42.2 million to participate in two global Accelerator Programmes, WAM reported.
Experts predict Facebook restrictions won’t affect Huawei
ICT analysts are predicting that Huawei will be largely unaffected by Facebook’s decision to suspend app preinstalls on the Chinese …
UAE AI investments reaches $2.15 billion: report
The UAE is the second highest regional investor in AI over the past 10 years, investing $2.15 billion in total, according to a recent study by Microsoft and EY.