While the GCC region accounts for only 34% of the MENA SME sector, with around $360 billion per year, it has the largest potential for SMEs regionally, as it is growing from a relatively low base.
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Cloud under the sea: Microsoft previews the future of data centres
Microsoft on Wednesday has installed a massive data centre prototype on the seafloor near Scotland’s Orkney Islands.0 8021
Oman cybersecurity summit highlights need for resilience strategies
The summit addressed resilience issues that organisations are facing in securely facilitating the exchange of information.
Microsoft spotlights intelligent cybersecurity at second CISO forum
“Cyber troublemakers are devious and creative. We have to think like them, to anticipate their attack vectors and behaviours; only then can we secure that which matters most: our precious digital assets,” said Paula Januszkiewicz, CEO and Founder of CQURE Inc.
HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed hosts Bill Gates
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE …
Saudi Crown Prince, Bill Gates discuss Vision 2030 investment opportunities
The two foundations also announced the MiSK Grand Challenges, which aims offer up to $10 million to fund ideas and projects that can “positively transform” the world.
Bahrain hosts youth innovation event with Microsoft, BDB
The Youth Leadership Programme, held in partnership with Microsoft and Bahrain Development Bank (BDB), took place between August and November as part of the Youth City 2030 initiative at the International Exhibition and Conventions Centre.
IDC: MEA cognitive, AI spending set for strong growth
IDC research shows that that spending on cognitive and artificial intelligence systems in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) will …
RIPE NCC, TRA, AUB ink MoUs to develop Internet services
The MoUs are aimed at improving Internet-based researches and activities and enhance the operational efficiency of networks in the Middle East.
Microsoft launches Surface Book 2, Windows 10 update
Microsoft has lunched Windows 10 Fall Creators Update and Windows Mixed Reality headsets and experiences, and the introduction of the Surface …
Mashreq Bank, Microsoft extend partnership to drive digital transformation
Building on Mashreq’s current digital strategy, the bank will harness the power of Microsoft Dynamics 365 as its commerce platform, to “empower its employees and engage customers more effectively.”