SEMrush analysed the sentiment of more than 20,000 tweets in KSA and the UAE during the week Saudi women were officially permitted to start driving on the Kingdom’s roads.
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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 6397
First IoT hardware accelerator launches in Bahrain
Batelco, a leading digital solutions provider in Bahrain, has launched Brinc Batelco IoT Hub, the first Internet of Things (IoT) hardware accelerator in the Middle East region.
Emirates flyers can now preview seats in 3D via virtual reality tech
Emirates has introduced 3D seat models on emirates.com, becoming the first airline to introduce web virtual reality (VR) technology on its digital platform.
Dubai initiates cybersecurity standards for autonomous vehicles
Dubai Electronic Security Centre (DESC) is set to launch the region’s first ‘Cybersecurity Standard’ for autonomous vehicles.
China-backed fund brings new opportunities to Middle East tech firms
London-based investment firm Centricus has partnered with Chinese firms China Merchants Group and SPF Group to launch a $15 billion fund aimed at technology companies globally.
Facebook data misuse investigation broadens: report
The federal probe into Facebook’s data breach incident with political consultancy Cambridge Analytica has broadened focus on the actions and statements of the tech giant.
Virgin Mobile UAE launches in-app customer service chat
The company has promised customers quick answers to their questions “in real time” by simply tapping the chat option in the app.
Remote working, more annual leave approved under new Dubai HR law
The new legislation is aimed at further enhancing government performance, encouraging creativity and innovation as well as attracting the right talents that can help further cement Dubai’s profile as a model for innovation and excellence.
Ericsson encourages young girls in MEA region to explore careers in ICT
Ericsson hosted its ninth annual participation in Girls in ICT across market area Middle East and Africa.
Etisalat pledges commitment to secure the Internet of Things
Etisalat announced its commitment to adapt and implement a common approach to IoT security guidelines that will outline best practices and recommendations for the entire IoT ecosystem.