Etisalat has announced that it is in the process of upgrading its mobile networks over the next three months as it prepares to meet future requirements for 5G networks, Internet of Things, and other modern technologies.
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Cisco executive outlines Top 5 tips for mitigating the threat of device sharing
Martin Lee, EMEA Lead for Cisco Talos, outlines his 5 top tips to mitigate the ongoing threat of device sharing, … 0 1062
UAE announces $100,000 global tech competition
The UAE Government has launched a global emerging technologies start-up competition, “GovHack Series,” in eight major cities around the world.
Almost 50% of Gulf ICT infrastructures are outdated: report
Nearly half of Gulf enterprises describe their current ICT infrastructure as “out of date”, according to Microsoft’s Digital Transformation and readiness survey.
UAE AI Council talks future vision and strategy
Artificial Intelligence Minister Omar bin Sultan Al Olama headed the very first meeting of the UAE Council for AI, which discussed the government body’s objectives and role in implementing the UAE Strategy for AI.
Oman hospital to curb spread of infections with tech
Al Nahda Hospital has recently rolled out a new technology called Vidashield that would help purify the air inside a surgery room.
Egypt launches local rival for Facebook – Egypt Face
A new social media network similar to Facebook was launched in Egypt recently, under the name ‘Egypt Face’.
AI will revolutionise life as we know it, says UAE minister
“Artificial intelligence will revolutionise human life as we know it,” says UAE Minister of State for AI Omar bin Sultan Al Olama.
Dubai commuters can now pay via mobile apps
The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in partnership with Network International has introduced a new service enabling the payment of taxi fares in Dubai via Samsung Pay and Apple Pay apps on smartphones.
Online payment platforms enable e-commerce growth, says Saudi authority
mada, Saudi Arabia’s domestic payment network, and Mastercard have announced the launch of a joint partnership initiative to enable online payments using Mastercard’s Payment Gateway Services technology.
Why UAE humidity could be something to look forward to
UK-based Veragon Water Solutions has commercially launched a technology that provides a cost-effective and sustainable source of mineralised drinking water by harnessing the humidity from the air, in the Middle East.