Regional value-added distributor Spire Solutions has appointed Avinash Advani as its new CEO.
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UAE airline offers special WhatsApp service to passengers
Etihad Airways has launched a WhatsApp Business solution, allowing guests to communicate instantly with the airline via the popular messaging app.1 5191
FinTech Summit spotlights blockchain opportunities in Dubai
Blockchain will be a key focus at the 3rd annual Fintech Summit being held in Dubai on 30th October 2018 on board the Queen Elizabeth 2 at Port Rashid.
IBM acquires open source firm Red Hat in a “game-changing” deal
Deal accelerates IBM’s high-value business model, making IBM the #1 hybrid cloud provider in an emerging $1 trillion growth market
Dubai residents can soon pay school fees, bills via blockchain payment platform
Dubai citizens and residents will soon be able to make digital payments for school fees, bills and retail purchases with a stable, digital currency after a partnership between blockchain payment providers and emcredit – Dubai’s Credit Bureau.
HP enhances Spectre lineup
HP Inc. launched a bold lineup of new devices that aim to deliver the ultimate combination of premium design, leading security, and enhanced performance.
UAE’s ADNEC unveils new chatbot feature
Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC) has launched an online chatbot platform ‘Jawab,’ which will be utilised by organisers and visitors on all event-related aspects, including the diverse range of services provided by ADNEC.
Huawei’s AI-powered smartphone debuts in the UAE
Huawei Consumer Business Group (CBG) unveiled the much-anticipated Huawei Mate 20 Series to users in the Middle East and Africa region.
Smartphone for the blockchain era now available for pre-orders
HTC has launched the early access period for its first blockchain phone, the ‘Exodus 1’ and announced that pre-orders can be placed at www.htcexodus.com.
How Oracle provides a unique view of the Internet in the UAE
The Oracle Internet Intelligence Map shows, for example, country-level security threats that could impact internet performance, along with connectivity statistics and transit shifts.
emaratech teams up with Dell EMC to accelerate smart transformation
In line with the ongoing transformation of Dubai into a smart city, emaratech, a regional technology and consulting company, have announced their strategic partnership with Dell EMC.