Canadian telecommunications firm BlackBerry has reportedly filed a patent infringement lawsuit against social media firm Facebook, arguing that they copied technology and features from BlackBerry Messenger.
Excessive technology use to blame for child obesity in UAE, Saudi Arabia
Nine in 10 children across UAE and KSA have access to tablets, smartphones or other handheld electronic devices with screens.1 3478Technology “vital” for UAE law enforcement, says Dubai security chief
Ex-Dubai Police chief, HE Dhahi Khalfan Tamim – who is now deputy chairman of police and public security in Dubai, was present at the exhibition, and told Tahawul Tech how vital technology is for transforming law enforcement across the globe.
“We begin conversations with profitability”, says Infoblox
Alexander Foroozandé, channel director, META, Infoblox, shares channel strategy revolving around profitability and enablement for 2018. Understanding resellers’ businesses …
New UAE directive calls for responsible media content
The National Media Council (NMC) has unveiled a set of regulations for electronic media, which govern all online activities, including e-commerce; publishing and selling of print, video, and audio material; as well as advertising.
Prominent tech conference under fire for lack of diversity
Cybersecurity professionals from companies including Facebook and Alphabet have created a small security event to rival Dell’s RSA Conference after criticising the major industry gathering for scheduling just one female keynote speaker this year.
Going digital is no longer an option, says Kuwaiti tech leaders
The changing role of IT in this era of digital transformation that we now find ourselves in is a hot topic of discussion, and one that was touched upon yesterday during a CNME and ManageEngine symposium in Kuwait.
Abu Dhabi to explore AI’s role in homeland security
The eighth edition of the International Exhibition for National Security and Resilience, ISNR Abu Dhabi 2018, opens today in Abu Dhabi with a focus on the impact of artificial intelligence on homeland security.
UAE’s Etisalat plans $2 billion buyback
UAE-based telco Etisalat’s shares climbed after it said that it’s planning to buy back stock valued at as much as $2 billion, according to Bloomberg.
IBM settles trade secrets suit against former diversity chief
IBM has settled the trade secrets lawsuit it had filed against its former chief diversity officer who left for a similar job at Microsoft.
Oman plans to be among world’s most innovative countries by 2020
The Research Council of Oman has recently unveiled the country’s National Innovation Strategy and highlighted the importance of leveraging innovation initiatives as catalyst for change within the Sultanate.