


Transformation Talk | Weekly news round up 25.1.18
Tahawul Tech brings you Transformation Talk, a weekly roundup of the biggest news in the Middle East’s technology industry.

Intersec 2018 Day 3: surveillance tech takes the spotlight

Facial recognition tech fast-tracks DXB passport control
Princeton Identity’s Access500e solution, which uses facial and iris biometric technology, is said to reduce passport control time at the Emirates Airlines terminal to “one to two” seconds.

UAE TRA warns public on hoax regarding VPN use
The UAE’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority has denied rumours that residents will face a 5,000 dirham fine for using a VPN. …

RTA to begin testing autonomous vehicles in Sustainable City
The step stems from the keenness of both parties to support the Dubai government strategy of converting 25% of public transport services to driverless means by 2030.

DEWA to invest AED 65m in smart water distribution project
The project is part of DEWA’s strategic plan to enhance the operational efficiency of its water network, and meet the growing demand for its services.

Middle East security market head for $25B growth

Transformation Talk | Channel Edition 18.01.17

Transformation Talk | Weekly news round up 18.1.18
Tahawul Tech brings you Transformation Talk, a weekly roundup of the biggest news in the Middle East’s technology industry.

ArabianChain launches digital asset exchange to trade cryptocurrencies
Dubai-based blockchain startup ArabianChain has officially launched Palmex, a professional digital asset exchange platform that makes is possible for investors to buy, sell and trade cryptocurrencies securely.

Publicly listed Avaya targets an innovative future
Fadi Moubarak, vice president, Channels, Avaya International, discusses how partners can maximise the opportunities and innovations the firm aims to …

Masdar unveils Abu Dhabi-built Eco Bus
The all electric vehicle’s prototype, which was developed in the UAE by Masdar and Hafilat Industry, was unveiled today during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week.

Dubai sets out to be the blockchain capital of the world
Smart Dubai director general Dr. Aisha Bint Buti bin Bishr said the government arm aims to complete the roll out of over 20 blockchain applications in 2018.


