In the third quarter of 2018, Chinese brands Huawei and Xiaomi, helped drive global smartphone sales, according to Gartner.
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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 6475
Niksun signs SCOPE Middle East as MEA VAD
UAE-based regional value-added distributor SCOPE Middle East has announced its partnership with NKISUN, a company that develops network security and …
Dubai’s Careem introduces new ride payment option
Careem has introduced peer-to-peer (P2P), closed loop, prepaid credit transfer service to its customers in all markets.
Global 5G subscriptions to reach 1.5 billion in six years
5G is expected to reach more than 40 percent global population coverage and 1.5 billion subscriptions for enhanced mobile broadband by the end of 2024, according to a recent industry report.
UAE outlines future-oriented transport strategy
The UAE government has launched five national initiatives to develop the transport sector, as part of its efforts to develop smart and innovative transportation system.
Global tech giant inks deal to support startups in UAE
AREA 2071, Microsoft and AI Ventures Lab Partner Netways, sign MoU to promote entrepreneurial opportunities for tech startups in UAE.
Students taking up technology courses on the rise in GCC
Dubai-based online school has reported a sharp increase in demand for courses that give young people specialist skills related to computer technology.
Telecoms duo ink deal to drive innovation among UAE youth
Nokia and du have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate to help drive innovation and entrepreneurship among the youth.
GCC nations poised to become global leaders in 5G networks: report
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Arab States are set to be global leaders in the deployment of 5G networks, with all six markets expected to launch 5G mobile services in the next two years, according to recent reports.
UAE, Saudi Arabia firms fail to integrate tech to drive customer loyalty: study
A recent study highlighted that a majority of organisations in the UAE and Saudi Arabia are failing to measure the right information to really understand what is driving customer loyalty.