STC has recently announced the first live 5G network in Saudi Arabia, the initial phase for operating the service once 5G special devices are available in global markets.
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Etisalat to spotlight opportunities in the mobile ecosystem
Etisalat has announced its exclusive partnership with GSMA for Mobile 360 series-MENA conference in 2018 and 2019, a regional platform that attracts telecom leaders from across the global and regional mobile industry to address key challenges and opportunities in the mobile ecosystem.0 3714
TECOM Group is now home to 5600 companies
Reinforcing Dubai’s position as a destination for the regional and global companies to cater the wider Middle East region, TECOM Group highlighted that it attracted over 480 new business partners in 2017, bringing the total number of companies to 5,600.
Dubai Financial Services Authority expands FinTech programme
The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has announced the expansion of its Innovation Testing Licence (ITL) programme, WAM reported.
GDPR: an opportunity to improve data governance and management
As the deadline for GDPR compliance approaches, it is imperative that companies understand the importance of protecting company data to ensure that their business doesn’t face the extensive fines and reputational damage associated with non-compliance, says Damian Wilk, Regional Director, Middle East, Veritas Technologies.
Lockheed Martin opens robotics lab in Jordan
Lockheed Martin has announced the sponsorship of a robotics laboratory at King’s Academy in Jordan.
Sheikh Hamdan: Dubai among the most advanced economies in the world
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council said Dubai’s rising global rankings in a range of economic indicators show that it is closing the gap with the world’s most competitive economies.
UAE invites world’s brightest tech brains to compete in startup contest
The Museum of the Future has launched a new six-week accelerator programme designed to attract technology companies that can provide new solutions for futuristic visitor experiences.
Uber’s flying taxi seeks alternative launch city following Dubai delays
Uber Technologies has re-opened a contest to select the first international city to launch its proposed flying taxi project, following apparent delays in getting the service off the ground in Dubai.
Sharjah spotlights scientific research and innovation
Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah has recently attended the 12th Annual Scientific Research Forum “Research and Innovation Serving the Community” at Al Razi Hall in Medical and Health Sciences Colleges at University of Sharjah, UoS.
Saudi Arabia sees “largest fintech acquisition” to date
Gulf Capital has reportedly acquired a strategic stake in Saudi Geidea, a provider of electronic payment solutions and financial technologies in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.