Eighty percent of hotel searches and 60 per cent of travel searches in the Middle East and North Africa, MENA region, are made using mobile phones, demonstrating the importance of a digital, social and mobile first strategy when designing booking platforms, according to a recent study.
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 3790UAE’s ADNOC turns to blockchain to streamline supply chain processes
The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) has announced its successful collaboration with IBM, piloting a Blockchain-based automated system to integrate oil and gas production across the full value chain.
UAE to develop local cybersecurity talents
The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation, MBRF, and DarkMatter Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on creating the best digital talent for the UAE’s growing cybersecurity sector.
New digital museum to reflect UAE-India ties
The UAE has recently inaugurated the Zayed-Gandhi Digital Museum at Manarath Al Saadiyat in Abu Dhabi.
Middle East ride-sharing rivals launch bus booking service
Dubai-based Careem and global ride-sharing firm Uber have introduced a new bus-booking service in Egypt.
Dubai RTA to take public transport to new heights
The Dubai RTA has unveiled its Sky Pod project, a futuristic mobility system in the Dubai Emirate, WAM reported.
Elon Musk’s Space X breaks records with latest launch
Elon Musk’s Space X has reportedly completed a record-setting mission after its 19th rocket launch.
Why inadequate developers are Blockchain’s Achilles heel
This time last year, the word Blockchain was sparking a frenzy amongst senior IT leaders in the GCC. In this …
Huawei launches its blockchain service worldwide
Huawei Cloud has officially launched its Blockchain Service (BCS) for global use, after launching it for commercial use in China …
UAE outlines future-oriented transport strategy
The UAE government has launched five national initiatives to develop the transport sector, as part of its efforts to develop smart and innovative transportation system.