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The pressure for cybersecurity is more critical than ever: GBM's Nofal

Hani Nofal, VP, Intelligent Network Solutions, Security and Mobility, discusses how having the right intelligence enable organisations make effective decisions for responding to cyber incidents or attempts to attacks. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/the-pressure-for-cybersecurity-is-more-critical-than-ever-gbms-nofal/

AI minister praises "entrepreneurial aspirations" of UAE youth

Winners of the Emirati Startup Challenge presented their pitches to HE Omar bin Sultan Al Olama, the Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, and a panel of judges from Zayed University. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/ai-minister-entrepreneurial-aspirations-uae-youth/

Facebook rolls out trial of 'dislike' button

Facebook is trialling new technology on some Australian and New Zealand users which allows people to give comments an “up” or “down” vote. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/facebook-rolls-out-trial-of-dislike-button/

Mass protest kicks off in Moscow against Telegram blocking

Thousands of people took to the streets of Moscow on Monday, throwing paper planes and protesting for authorities to unblock the popular Telegram instant messaging app.  https://www.tahawultech.com/news/russia-protestors-telegram-blocking/

WhatsApp CEO resigns amid Facebook data dispute

Jan Koum’s plan to exit comes after clashing with the parent company over WhatApp’s strategy and Facebook’s attempts to use its personal data and weaken its encryption. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/whatsapp-cofounder-resigns-facebook/

Abu Dhabi fund mulls increased investment in renewable energy

Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) has announced it may invest more in renewable energy, as climate change fears prompt fund managers even in the oil-rich Middle East to look beyond fossil fuels.  https://www.tahawultech.com/news/abu-dhabi-investment-renewable-energy/

How Tenable aims to help organisations mitigate cyber risks

As part of its participation at this year’s Gulf Information Security Expo and Conference, Tenable will showcase its latest offerings aimed at helping organisations reduce cyber risks. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/how-tenable-aims-to-help-organisations-mitigate-cyber-risks/

World's first AI composed song to debut in Dubai

Ode to Dubai’ – the world’s first AI-composed song dedicated to a city – will debut at the Gulf Information Security Expo & Conference (GISEC) and Internet of Things Expo (IoTX), which is taking place on 1st to 3rd May at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) as a part of Future Technology Week. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/worlds-first-ai-composed-song-to-debut-at-gisec-and-iotx/

Abu Dhabi proposes regulatory framework for crypto assets

The Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM)’s Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) has recently proposed a legislative framework to bring order to the crypto asset markets in the region, including new rules governing exchanges, custodians and other intermediaries. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/abu-dhabi-proposes-regulatory-framework-for-crypto-assets/

Smart Dubai launches global knowledge sharing platform

Smart Dubai has announced the launch of an online global platform to encourage the collaboration of smart city stakeholders worldwide. https://www.tahawultech.com/video/smart-dubai-global-knowledge-sharing/

UAE "one of few" to comprehend innovation: Lockheed Martin CEO

Lockheed Martin CEO Marillyn Hewson The global chief executive of aerospace and advanced technologies firm Lockheed Martin has said that the UAE is one of the world’s leaders in understanding the importance of innovation, as well as ensuring its youth are equipped with STEM skills and the a... https://www.tahawultech.com/news/lockheed-martin-ceo-marillyn-hewson/

OKI Europe names new marketing manager for META

OKI Europe has announced the appointment of Natalie Sweis to the role of Regional Marketing Manager for Middle East, Turkey and Africa Region with immediate effect. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/oki-europe-names-new-regional-marketing-manager-for-meta/

Dubai unites global smart cities with new platform

The Smart Dubai Global Network, which is live now, is the “largest international network” focusing on pertinent areas in the field of smart cities, including Big Data, artificial intelligence, paperless governments and Blockchain. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/smart-dubai-global-network/

InfoWatch to unveil cybersecurity training centre for Middle East

InfoWatch Group will unveil its international digital technology and cybersecurity training centre in the Middle East for local government officials and business executives, as well as students from field-specific universities as part of the firm’s participation at Gulf Information Security Expo and Conference (GISEC). https://www.tahawultech.com/securityadvisorme/news/infowatch-to-unveil-cybersecurity-training-centre-for-middle-east/

How BI helps Rotana Hotels make dynamic business decisions in real time

Samir Abi Frem, corporate VP of IT, discusses how adopting a business intelligence solution has proved invaluable in enhancing the guest experience at Rotana Hotels. https://www.tahawultech.com/video/how-bi-helps-rotana-hotels-make-dynamic-business-decisions-in-real-time/

ENOC to set up "service station of the future"

Emirates National Oil Company (ENOC) is reportedly planning to set up a ‘service station of the future’ at the next World Expo. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/enoc-to-set-up-service-station-of-the-future/

All Indian villages now have a power supply: Prime Minister Modi

India has electrified all its villages 12 days ahead of a deadline set by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, said the government. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/all-indian-villages-now-have-a-power-supply-prime-minister-modi/

Saudi creates first professional eSports league

The Saudi Arabian Federation for Electronic and Intellectual Sports (SAFEIS) has announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Saudi Arabian Football Federation to develop the first Electronic Saudi Professional League (ESPL). https://www.tahawultech.com/news/saudi-creates-first-professional-esports-league/

Dubai RTA to open registrations for $5 million self-driving challenge

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has announced the opening of registration for the Dubai World Challenge for Self-Driving Transport. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/dubai-rta-to-open-registrations-for-5-million-self-driving-challenge/

UAE TRA in talks to lift Skype ban

The UAE Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) is in talks with Microsoft and Apple regarding potentially allowing VoIP services Skype and FaceTime in the UAE, according to a report by Al-Ittihad newspaper. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/uae-tra-in-talks-to-lift-skype-ban/

Virgin Hyperloop One, DP World to deliver UAE cargo at "jet speeds"

DP World and Virgin Hyperloop One have announced the launch of Cargo Speed, which is set to transport cargo around the world at “jet speeds, for the cost of trucking,” according to Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, DP World Group chairman. Speaking today at the global launch aboard the ... https://www.tahawultech.com/news/virgin-hyperloop-one-dp-world/

Over one million children fell victim to identity fraud

A new report from Javelin Strategy & Research says that in 2017, more than 1 million children in the United States were victims of identity theft, resulting in $2.6 billion in losses. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/more-than-1m-children-fell-victim-to-identity-fraud/

First AI-driven security operations centre opens in Dubai

Paladion has launched the first AI-driven SOC in the Middle East to protect enterprises in the region from next-generation threats. https://www.tahawultech.com/securityadvisorme/news/first-ai-driven-security-operations-centre-opens-in-dubai/

Dubai Police apprehends gang behind Bitcoin heist

The Dubai Police have reportedly recovered over $1.9 million (AED7 million) from a gang who deceived two brothers who wanted to buy Bitcoins. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/dubai-police-apprehends-gang-behind-bitcoin-heist/

Twitter to feature more news-focused content

Twitter has reportedly released a new feature that highlights links to news stories that are tweeted by you follow right in your Home timeline. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/twitter-is-pushing-more-news-links-to-your-timeline/

Blockchain among key enablers of Saudi Vision 2030: official

As part of its responsibility for the development of national cadres in the future technologies, the Saudi Arabia Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) has recently conducted a blockchain bootcamp in collaboration with ConsenSys, the global blockchain specialist firm. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/blockchain-among-the-basic-enables-of-saudi-vision-2030-official/

Abu Dhabi entity to develop best practices for cross-border data protection

The Global Privacy Enforcement Network (GPEN) has approved the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) a membership, making the UAE entity the first member from an Arab country to be able to build international relationships in the data protection field. https://www.tahawultech.com/securityadvisorme/news/abu-dhabi-global-market-gpen-data-protection/

Mobikon expands Middle East presence

Mobikon, an AI-driven consumer engagement and predictive analytics SaaS platform for the food and beverages (F&B), continues with its global expansion plans to serve more restaurants and establishments worldwide, especially in the UAE. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/mobikon-expands-middle-east-presence/

US adds UAE and Saudi to IP watch list

The Trump administration on Friday labeled 36 countries as inadequately protecting US intellectual property rights, keeping China on a priority watch list and adding Canada over concerns about its border controls and pharmaceutical practices, according to Reuters. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/us-adds-uae-and-saudi-to-ip-watch-list/

Abu Dhabi businesses get online boost with new Internet domain

Abu Dhabi’s Smart Solutions and Services Authority, ADSSSA, announced the launch of the Abu Dhabi Internet domain suffixes (.abudhabi), and (.أبوظبي) for Arabic to represent the Emirate’s digital identity in the virtual world. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/abu-dhabi-business-online-internet-domain/

"Data leakage up four-fold": InfoWatch

Natalya Kaspersky, president, InfoWatch Group The number of compromised data records worldwide, including social security numbers, bank card details, and other critical information, grew more than four-fold year over year, from 3.1 billion to 13.3 billion, according to InfoWatch’s Analytical C... https://www.tahawultech.com/securityadvisorme/news/infowatch-four-fold-increase-data-leakage/

Future, Now: Smart Dubai talks up emirate's Smart City progress

Smart Dubai is reportedly set to host the second edition of its now-flagship “Future, Now” exhibition, which will run from 29th April to 2nd May at the Dubai Design District (d3). Photo credit: Smart Dubai During the event, Smart Dubai will showcase the emirate’s latest successes in terms of smar... https://www.tahawultech.com/news/future-now-smart-dubai-talks-up-emirates-smart-city-progress/

No plans for Hyperloop route between Dubai and other emirates yet: RTA

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has said that there are no plans as yet to build a Hyperloop line between Dubai and the other emirates. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/no-plans-to-build-hyperloop-route-between-dubai-and-other-emirates-yet-rta/

Duabi RTA licencing services go online

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is reportedly planning to shift several licensing services to smart channels starting from the end of April. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/rta-licencing-services-go-online/

T-Mobile nears $24 billion sprint deal

T-Mobile US and its German owners are advancing toward a long-awaited telecommunications deal that would value merger partner Sprint at about $24 billion, Bloomberg has reported. Under the terms being discussed, T-Mobile backer Deutsche Telekom AG would receive a 42 percent stake and 69 percent v... https://www.tahawultech.com/news/mobile-sprint-24billion-deal/

Amazon cloud revenue jumps 49% in Q1

Amazon’s cloud business has surpassed analyst estimates, with revenue climbing 49 percent in the first quarter. AWS continues to be a big revenue driver and even larger profit engine for its parent company, which dominates the low-margin e-commerce market. In cloud-computing ... https://www.tahawultech.com/cnme/news/amazon-cloud-revenue-jumps-49-q1/

Yahsat to acquire majority stake in Thuraya

Yahsat CEO Masood M. Sharif Mahmood Leading UAE-based satellite operator Yahsat has entered into an agreement to acquire a majority stake in themobile satellite services operator Thuraya, also based in the UAE, subject to final pre-closing conditions being met. Theacquisition of the UAE’s first h... https://www.tahawultech.com/news/yahsat-acquire-majority-stake-thuraya/

$3 million on the line for ethical hackers in Dubai

Dubai-based startup Crowdfense has launched a $10 million bug bounty programme to acquire and further develop active cyber-defense capabilities. https://www.tahawultech.com/securityadvisorme/news/bug-bounty-dubai-start-up/

“Delay the biggest flaw with loan system,” Fintech CEO says

Brian Quarrie, Monami Tech CEO With 12.8 percent of the UAE reported to be actively seeking loans and the demand of corporate loans marginally rising, the concept of instant service and turnaround time is high on today’s customer wish list. Monami Tech has now made it its mission to help f... https://www.tahawultech.com/news/delay-loans-fintech-monami-tech/

Chinese visitors can now shop using Alipay in Dubai Mall

Alipay, the online and mobile payment platform operated by Ant Financial Services Group, and The Dubai Mall have jointly announced that Chinese mainland visitors can now use Alipay to pay for a wide range of shopping, dining and must-see leisure attractions. https://www.tahawultech.com/resellerme/news/chinese-visitors-can-now-shop-using-alipay-in-dubai-mall/

HTC 12 and 12+ hit UAE shelves

HTC has announced the availability of the HTC Desire 12 and the HTC Desire 12 Plus smartphones in the UAE. https://www.tahawultech.com/resellerme/hardware/htc-12-and-12-hit-uae-shelves/

Dubai Business Women Council hosts blockchain workshop

Members of the Dubai Business Women Council, in cooperation with the American University in Dubai, has recently hosted a workshop focused on blockchain and cryptocurrencies. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/dubai-businesswomen-explore-benefits-of-blockchain/

AI course for Smart City execs now available in UAE

As Smart Cities become a priority in the UAE government’s agenda, the American University of Sharjah has announced a new educational course focused on developing projects in this field. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/american-univesity-sharjah-smart-city-ai-uae/

EU calls for increased investments in AI

The European Union is targeting $24.4 billion of investment in artificial intelligence by 2020. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/eu-calls-for-increased-investments-in-ai/

Blockchain startups to attract $3 billion in investments

Blockchain adoption continues to grow across industries world-wide with total spending on blockchain solutions set to grow to $9.7 billion in 2021, according to IDC. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/blockchain-startups-to-attract-3-billion-in-investments/

UAE Federal National Council calls for stricter social media regulations

Members of the Federal National Council has reportedly called for stricter regulations of social media platforms. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/uae-social-media-influences-must-be-regulated-to-fight-misinformation/

Fujitsu upgrades SAP HANA for Al Khaleej Sugar

Fujitsu has announced the successful implementation of an upgrade to the SAP HANA platform for Al Khaleej Sugar, a port-based sugar refinery located in Dubai, helping the company to achieve higher levels of operational efficiency and productivity with reduced downtime. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/fujitsu-upgrades-sap-hana-for-al-khaleej-sugar/

Saudi Arabia highlights $6 billion security and safety market

Intersec Saudi Arabia 2018 covers the key product groups of Commercial Security, Information Security, Perimeter & Physical Security, Homeland Security& Policing, Fire & Rescue, and Safety & Health. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/saudi-arabia-highlights-6-billion-security-and-safety-market/

SNB Middle East spotlights importance of security at partner event

Regional value-added IT distributor SNB Middle East has recently held a seminar in cooperation with SNB’s key vendors to discuss the growing importance of security solutions in the region. https://www.tahawultech.com/resellerme/channel/snb-middle-east-spotlights-importance-of-security-at-partner-event/

Dubai unveils new regulations to boost e-commerce industry

The initiative has been developed by an integrated organisation that will enable greater foreign direct investment, FDI, in the e-commerce sector to flourish in Dubai. https://www.tahawultech.com/cnme/news/dubai-unveils-new-regulations-to-accelerate-e-commerce-industry/

Technology's role in the classroom is changing dramatically: Microsoft

“New approaches to learning, from mixed-reality solutions to hands-on lesson plans, provide students with the rich, immersive, collaborative experiences they need to ignite their innate curiosity and creativity,” said Ahmed Ameen Ashour, Education Director, Microsoft Gulf. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/the-role-of-technology-in-the-classroom-is-changing-dramatically-microsoft/

Oman explores role of AI and IoT in economic development

Oman is highlighting how new technologies will play a central and critical role in the country’s future and the development of the economy and social fabric of society at the ongoing Comex Technology Week. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/oman-ai-iot-comex-technology-week/

UAE Space Agency committee discusses future projects

The UAE Space Agency is vital in promoting the nation’s stature as an advanced country in the area of space science, according to Dr. Ahmad bin Abdullah Humaid Belhoul Al Falasi, Minister of State for Higher Education and Advanced Skills and Chairman of the agency. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/uae-space-agency-future-national-sector-projects/

Blockchain-powered platform to boost digital skills in Dubai

The Smart City University, a blockchain-powered decentralised learning platform developed by the Smart Dubai Office to support the development of digital skills, has launched a new initiative to help individuals chart their careers in the economy of the future. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/blockchain-powered-platform-to-boost-digital-skills-in-dubai/

Commvault flaunts hybrid backup, recovery potential

Chris Powell, CMO, Commvault Backup, recovery and archive specialist Commvault today showcased the advantages of its HyperScale technology at its first Middle East Connections (Live) event at the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Jumeriah Beach Residence, Dubai. The event brought together industry experts,... https://www.tahawultech.com/news/commvault-backup-hybrid-recovery/

Citrix streamlines partner programme incentives

Citrix has announced an overhaul of its existing channel programme and introduced Citrix Ultimate Rewards. The programme is designed to make Citrix a better partner by simplifying the process and streamlining the incentives. https://www.tahawultech.com/resellerme/news/citrix-streamlines-partner-programme-incentives/

Margin Builder Forum: overcome market challenges and emerge profitable

Experts will deliberate on how partners can overcome pertinent issues such as evolving their businesses to the digital age, credit issues and effect on market, understanding implementation of VAT, counterfeit goods and other market challenges. https://www.tahawultech.com/resellerme/channel/margin-builder-forum-overcome-market-challenges-and-emerge-profitable/

"Backup and DR game has completely changed": Commvault

Commvault has hosted its Connections (Live) conference in Dubai, where the backup and disaster recovery specialist put the spotlight on its Hyperscale solution. https://www.tahawultech.com/cnme/video/commvault-backup-recovery-hyperscale/

How AI can enhance network security

Dr. Ernesto Damiani explores leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance network security and ongoing work at Khalifa University to remove obstacles in the way of AI police for cybersecurity. The ongoing evolution of telecommunications infrastructures towards future networks and 5G (i.e.,... https://www.tahawultech.com/news/how-ai-can-enhance-network-security/

UAE CIOs rank cloud as a top investment priority

With 85 percent of UAE CIOs ranking cloud as their top investment priority to 2020, managing multiple clouds will be the foundation for business success, industry experts revealed recently. https://www.tahawultech.com/cnme/news/uae-cios-rank-cloud-as-a-top-investment-priority/

The digital ‘tech tension’ is alive and well: DarkMatter

According to a recent survey conducted by DarkMatter, 48 percent of polled respondents are very concerned with the possible loss of their data from cyber incidents, compared to 18 percent who are not. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/the-digital-tech-tension-is-alive-and-well-darkmatter/

Sharjah completes e-linking project with Ministry of Economy

Sharjah Economic Development Department, SEDD, confirmed that it has successfully completed the electronic linking project with the Ministry of Economy in the National Economic Registry project, according to WAM. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/sharjah-completes-e-linking-with-ministry-of-economy/

Redington Value to unlock IoT opportunities in MEA with new partnership

A leader in the regional value-added distribution space, Redington Value has signed a Middle East and Africa distribution agreement with PTC, a renowned global Internet of Things (IoT) solutions provider. https://www.tahawultech.com/resellerme/channel/redington-value-to-unlock-iot-opportunities-in-mea-with-new-partnership/

GCC travelers rely heavily on online sources: Visa

Visa has recently shared the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)-related findings of its comprehensive look at global travel and tourism trends at the Arabian Travel Market 2018. Visa’s Global Travel Intentions (GTI) Study highlights various parts of the travelers’ journey and found that 97 percent of... https://www.tahawultech.com/news/gcc-travelers-rely-on-online-sources-at-every-stage-of-journey/

Dubai-based Careem hit by major cyber-attack

Dubai-based ride hailing firm Careem was hit by a cyber-attack that compromised the data of 14 million users, the company said on Monday. https://www.tahawultech.com/securityadvisorme/news/dubai-based-careem-hit-by-major-cyber-attack/

Analytics to power telcos of the future: SAS

Telco business is becoming supersaturated. Since variety of offers is on the rise, customers become increasingly demanding. About two-thirds of the world’s population is now using mobile devices. Data is exploding, networks are increasing in size and complexity, but revenue for... https://www.tahawultech.com/news/analytics-to-power-telcos-of-the-future-sas/

Exabeam partners with Exclusive Networks for cyber defence

SIEM specialist Exabeam has chosen Exclusive Networks to accelerate its market impact in the Middle East enterprise sector. The move supports Exabeam’s 100% channel model, which is focused on recruiting “specialist partners, market-shaping VARs and international SIs”. Exabeam’s solutions aim to d... https://www.tahawultech.com/news/exabeam-siem-exclusive-networks/

Cisco enhances Webex app to end mundane meetings

Cisco has announced that it is converging the Cisco Spark and Webex platforms to enhance the team collaboration application, enabling companies to conduct real-time, “video first” meetings. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/cisco-webex-video-confernencing/

Why digital experiences are "more valuable" than high quality products

Speaking at the HPE Reimagine 2018 conference today in Dubai, du deputy CEO Farid Faraidooni highlighted the challenges that the UAE-based telco and other providers were facing in trying to keep pace with the speed of digital transformation in the Middle East.  https://www.tahawultech.com/news/72678/

Carbon Black to highlight predictive security at GISEC

Carbon Black has announced its participation at the Gulf Information Security Expo & Conference (GISEC 2018) for the fourth consecutive year, which will be held at the Dubai World Trade Centre from 1st to 3rd of May 2018 in conjunction with IoTx, under the umbrella of The Future of Technology Week. https://www.tahawultech.com/securityadvisorme/news/carbon-black-to-highlight-predictive-security-at-gisec/

Global IT spending forecasted at $3.7 trillion: report

Worldwide IT spending is projected to total $3.7 trillion in 2018, an increase of 6.2 percent from 2017, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/global-it-spending-forecasted-at-3-7-trillion-report/

Hyperloop could move passengers between Dubai airports in minutes

Hyperloop connections could reduce travel times between Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) by around 34 minutes at some stage in the future, according to expert panelists speaking on Arabian Travel Market’s Global Stage. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/hyperloop-could-move-passengers-between-dubai-airports-in-minutes/

How middleware can bridge the gaps in digital transformation

The phrase ‘digital transformation’ is everywhere today and according to Erica Langhi, solution architect at Red Hat, it’s not going away any time soon. We examine why seamless integration between legacy systems and new applications and infrastructure is key for successful digital transformation, and how the often-overlooked middle child of the software family – integration middleware – can bridge the gap to the connected enterprise https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/how-middleware-can-bridge-the-gaps-in-digital-transformation/

Iran bans use of cryptocurrencies

Iran’s central bank has banned the country’s banks from dealing in cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, over money-laundering concerns, the state news agency IRNA reported. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/iran-halts-banks-from-trading-cryptocurrencies/

National Media Council joins Facebook in fight against "fake news"

The National Media Council, NMC, and Facebook have teamed to pool their respective resources in an effort to combat the proliferation of false news. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/national-media-council-joins-facebook-in-fight-against-fake-news/

UAE Space Settlement Challenge receives over 200 global entries

The Dubai Future Foundation’s new think tank the Mohammed Bin Rashid Center for Accelerated Research has received the results of its first funding programme this week, the Space Settlement Challenge. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/uae-space-settlement-challenge-receives-over-200-global-entries/

FinTech Hive programme now includes Islamic finance

FinTech Hive at DIFC has announced that its upcoming programme will expand its themes to include insurance, Islamic finance, and regulatory technology services. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/fintech-hive-programme-now-includes-islamic-finance/

Robots and humans can make travel experiences more efficient: Sophia

Etihad Airways has introduced Humanoid Robot Sophia to the UAE as its spokesperson for the future of innovation and technology in aviation at ATM. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/robots-and-humans-can-make-travel-experiences-more-efficient-sophia/

Four billion people will be at risk to cyber-attacks by 2020

The annual cost of damages caused by cybercrimes is expected to reach $6 trillion by 2021, according to a recent industry report. https://www.tahawultech.com/securityadvisorme/news/four-billion-people-will-be-at-risk-to-cyber-attacks-by-2020-report/

Etisalat crowned the region's most valuable brand: report

https://www.tahawultech.com/video/etisalat-crowned-the-regions-most-valuable-brand-report/

Kaspersky Lab to help strengthen Saudi Arabia's security infrastructure

The Saudi Federation for Cyber Security, Programming and Drones signed a memorandum of understanding with Kaspersky Lab in an effort by the Federation to further strengthen infrastructure security. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/kaspersky-lab-to-help-strengthen-saudi-arabias-security-infrastructure/

"STEMinism" on spotlight at women's forum in Dubai

Dubai SME, the agency of the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, is set to extend its support as Dubai Government Partner to the 4th edition of the Arab Women in Leadership & Business Summit. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/steminism-on-spotlight-at-womens-forum-in-dubai/

Saudi Arabia security forces shoot down toy drone near royal palace

Saudi Arabian security forces had reportedly shot down a recreational drone in the capital on Saturday after online videos showing gunfire in a neighbourhood where royal palaces are located. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/saudi-arabia-security-forces-shoot-down-toy-drone-near-royal-palace/

Middle East telcos among region's most valuable brands

UAE-based telco Etisalat has recently been named as the region’s most valuable brand in Brand Finance’s list of the Middle East’s top 50 brands for 2018. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/etisalat-tops-regions-most-valuable-brands/

V2 Public Cloud offering goes live in Saudi Arabia

Virtual Vision (V2), has officially opened services for V2 Public Cloud – a public cloud offering based in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) initiated in partnership with CloudSigma and Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE). https://www.tahawultech.com/news/v2-public-cloud-offering-goes-live-in-saudi-arabia/

"We are investing in the future," says Saudi Arabia finance minister

Saudi Arabia finance Minister Mohammed al-Jadaan has recently highlighted that the Kingdom is determined to make significant investments in diversifying its economy. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/saudi-arabia-committed-significant-investments-technology/

Microsoft's Nadella willing to collaborate with Abu Dhabi government

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has recently visited the headquarters of the Emirate’s Smart Solutions and Services Authority (ADSSSA). https://www.tahawultech.com/news/microsoft-satya-nadella-abu-dhabi/

GCC millennials prefer to use travel apps for personalised offers: report

With millennials accounting for over a quarter of GCC’s population it is estimated that UAE residents in this age group will generate $40,000 average annual gross income by 2019 with almost half of them book travel through mobile devices. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/gcc-millennials-prefer-to-use-travel-apps-when-planning-trips-report/

Silicon Valley firm Voicera scoops up Dubai-based AI startup

Voicera, an artificial intelligence and productivity solutions company has reportedly acquired Wrappup, which leverages AI technology to power predictive highlights during meetings, and has seen strong user-adoption globally. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/dubai-based-startup-bought-by-silicon-valley-firm-voicera/

DEWA updates strategies to bolster UAE Vision 2021

Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, during his keynote speech, noted that DEWA organises the annual workshop to review and update its strategy, which is aligned with the vision and directives of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to anticipate the future, innovate technologies, and employ them to achieve the best results. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/dewa-updates-strategies-uae-vision-2021/

Kaspersky Lab CEO calls out Jack Dorsey over Twitter ban

“You’re only shooting yourself in the foot when you cater to the geopolitical noise and start refusing to promote material on false pretences – contrary to the interests of your own business,” says Eugene Kaspersky in his letter. https://www.tahawultech.com/securityadvisorme/news/kaspersky-lab-twitter-ban/

Apple's battery woes strike again

Apple has revealed a component failure in a limited number of MacBook Pros has caused built-in battery to expand, and has said it will offer worldwide free replacement for such batteries. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/apple-macbook-pro-battery/

Facebook plans to swerve EU privacy law with new policy

Facebook is set to move more than 1.5 billion users out of reach of a new European privacy law, which would allow regulators to fine companies for data breaches. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/72606/

Airlines back UN efforts to set up global drone registry

The United Nations’ aviation agency is said to be developing a global registry, which could help track the number of incidents involving drones and jets. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/united-nations-drone-registry/

Ready for lift-off: Lego releases space-themed sets

Lego’s education arm just announced two new robotic kits that can be used in the First Lego League series of robotics competitions, the Mission Moon and Into Orbit sets were designed in partnership with astronauts and space experts to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Lego league itself. https://www.tahawultech.com/lifestyle/prepare-for-lift-offs-lego-release-space-themed-sets/

STC accelerates Saudi Vision 2030 with blockchain deal

The new partnership is line with the telco’s efforts to boost the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, this collaboration will open new technology avenues by bringing Blockchain technology to empower various industry verticals across Saudi Arabia. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/stc-to-help-accelerate-saudi-vision-2030-with-blockchain-deal/

Blockchain set to boost Dubai's 2020 tourism vision

Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing has launched Tourism 2.0 – a blockchain-enabled marketplace that connects potential buyers directly to hotels and tour operators. https://www.tahawultech.com/video/blockchain-set-to-boost-dubais-2020-tourism-vision/

Dirty secrets of network firewalls uncovered

IT managers lack visibility to about 45 percent of their organisation’s network traffic, creating significant security challenges. In fact, nearly a quarter of them are blind to as much as 70 percent of their network traffic. https://www.tahawultech.com/securityadvisorme/networking/dirty-secrets-of-network-firewalls-uncovered/

MENA software industry sees highest talent turnover rates: LinkedIn

The technology sector, particularly the software sector saw the most number of with 12.3 percent of professionals leaving their companies, according to a recent analysis by LinkedIn. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/mena-software-industry-sees-highest-talent-turnover-rates-report/

Ingram Micro to bring "human-centric security" solutions to the Middle East

Ingram Micro has announced it has signed a distribution agreement with global Cyber Security leader, Forcepoint. https://www.tahawultech.com/resellerme/news/ingram-micro-distribution-forcepoint-middle-east/

UAE integrates over 500 government data systems

The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has revealed that the number of data systems provided in cooperation with the Federal Competitiveness and Statistics Authority and other government entities on bayanat.ae has reached more than 500 systems, covering various educational, health, environment and other fields. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/uae-integrates-over-500-government-digital-systems/

AI tech to help verify Ejari contracts in Dubai

Dubai Land Department (DLD) has announced that it will be using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to verify ‘Ejari’ contracts. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/artificial-intelligence-tech-to-help-verify-ejari-contracts-in-dubai/

Robot achieves what humans never will - calmly assemble IKEA furniture

A robot in Singapore has reportedly achieved something humans have never done – assemble an IKEA furniture without having a meltdown. https://www.tahawultech.com/lifestyle/robot-assembles-ikea-furniture/

Qualcomm announces job cuts

“Qualcomm is conducting a reduction of our full-time and temporary workforce,” a company spokesperson who declined to be identifies said, without disclosing the exact numbers of job cuts. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/qualcomm-announces-job-cuts/

SAP launches Egyptian investment plan

Hoda Mansour, MD, SAP Egypt SAP has announced a new investment plan which hopes to catalyse Egypt Vision 2030’s nationwide digitisation, and support economic, social, and environmental transformation, according to the firm’s newly-appointed managing director for the country. “Our Egypt growth pla... https://www.tahawultech.com/cnme/news/sap-launches-egyptian-investment-plan/

Legacy email security systems are "failing," reveals report

Mimecast Limited has announced the availability of its quarterly Email Security Risk Assessment (ESRA), a report of tests that measure the effectiveness of incumbent email security systems. This quarter’s assessment reports that these systems missed 11,653 emails containing known malware, which s... https://www.tahawultech.com/securityadvisorme/news/legacy-email-security-systems-are-failing-reveals-report/

Dubai tourism vision gets a blockchain push

Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM) has launched Tourism 2.0, a blockchain-enabled marketplace that connects potential buyers directly to hotels and tour operators. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/tourism-blockchain-marketplace-dubai/

Kuwait to begin electronic visa renewal next year: report

Kuwait’s Ministry of the Interior has reportedly announced plans to digitize the renewal of residence visa for expatriates from the beginning of 2019. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/kuwait-to-begin-electronic-visa-renewal-next-year-report/

UAE's first hyperloop sites announced

Hyperloop Transportation Technologies (HyperloopTT) has signed an agreement with Aldar Properties, which will allow HyperloopTT to start construction of a Hyperloop system as well as HyperloopTT’s XO Square Innovation Center, and a Hyperloop Visitor Center. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/abu-dhabis-aldar/

Lulu, iLife expand partnership

With technology evolving and as number of connected devices continue to grow; the consumer landscape is becoming more matured. iLife Digital Technology and Lulu Middle East have strengthened its partnership to harness the opportunities in the growing consumer electronics market. https://www.tahawultech.com/resellerme/hardware/lulu-ilife-expand-partnership/

Why Dubai's smart city vision must start with smart buildings

TIA’s Smart Buildings Program seeks to redefine intelligent buildings to ensure proper interoperation and future proofing of communications, IoT platforms and building management systems. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/dubai-smart-cities-smart-buildings-bicsi/

“We'll develop more products for Middle East”: centurions Panasonic

Consumer electronics giant Panasonic celebrated its 100-year anniversary today at Le Meridien Hotel in Dubai with a pledge to enhance its B2B offerings to the GCC market. The Japanese firm expressed satisfaction with its current ability to serve the Middle East market, and said that it was proud... https://www.tahawultech.com/cnme/news/panasonic-middle-east-b2b/

AI, Big Data to bring new opportunities to Dubai's industrial sector

The Department of Economic Development (DED) as part of its participation in the 10X initiative has announced the ‘Dubai 3i’ project. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/ai-big-data-to-bring-new-opportunities-to-dubais-industrial-sector/

Six hot digital transformation trends

Now considered essential to driving profits, digital transformations are shifting from platform-first strategies to initiatives that leverage emerging technologies in service of clear customer and operational goals. https://www.tahawultech.com/video/six-hot-digital-transformation-trends/

Virgin Hyperloop One unveils Vision 2030 pod

Virgin Hyperloop One executives together with Saudi Arabia Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz has unveiled the Vision 2030 Hyperloop Pod. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/virgin-hyperloop-one-unveils-vision-2030-pod/

Dubai tipped to become the world's "model" smart city

Speaking exclusively to Tahawul Tech on the sidelines of the event, BICSI president Jeff Beavers – who is based in the United States, praised the UAE’s “progressive and collaborative” attitude towards creating smart communities within the wider smart city vision. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/dubai-model-smart-city-bicsi/

Fortinet awards Middle East partners' achievements

Fortinet has announced at its Middle East partner conference, Partner Sync, the winners of its 2017 Partner of the Year Awards. https://www.tahawultech.com/resellerme/channel/fortinet-awards-middle-east-partners-achievements/

UAE charity unveils smart app for collecting donations

The Emirates Red Crescent, ERC, has launched a project to collect donations through smart applications at the Marina Mall in Abu Dhabi, as part of its Year of Zayed initiatives. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/uae-charity-unveils-smart-app-for-collecting-donations/

Five Google innovation hubs coming to Saudi Arabia

The Saudi Federation for Cyber Security and Programming has reportedly finalised agreement with Google to set up five Google Innovation Hub centres across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/five-google-innovation-hubs-coming-to-saudi-arabia/

"UAE is a rapidly developing tech economy," says expert

The UAE is ahead of the global pack in its adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrencies, according to Rashid Yusup, the CEO and Co-Founder of Taklimakan, a crypto education, analytics and social networking firm. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/uae-is-a-rapidly-developing-tech-economy-says-expert/

New cyberespionage campaign targets MENA firms: report

Kaspersky Lab experts have uncovered a new cyberespionage campaign “Operation Parliament” that is targeting high profile organisations from around the world with a focus on the Middle East and North Africa. https://www.tahawultech.com/securityadvisorme/news/new-cyberespionage-campaign-targeting-mena-firms/

EU to force tech giants to hand over "terror" data

Technology companies could be ordered to release vital electronic data, such as emails and text messages, to law enforcement agencies in as little as six hours under proposed European Union law. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/new-eu-proposal-to-force-tech-giants-to-hand-over-data-to-overseas-police/

Ivanti's regional partner event kicks off in Dubai

The event gathered together partners from across the region, enabling Ivanti to showcase their solutions in unifying IT and security operations https://www.tahawultech.com/video/ivantis-regional-partner-event-kicks-off-in-dubai/

Over 4000 Emiratis aspire to be UAE's first astronauts

Registrations for the UAE Astronaut Programme has reportedly received a total of 4,022 applications from Emiratis who are aspiring to become part of the nation’s first space programme. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/over-4000-emiratis-aspire-to-be-uaes-first-astronauts/

Global spending on end-user devices set to increase: Gartner

Worldwide shipments of devices PCs, tablets and mobile phones are forecast to return to growth (+1.3 percent) in 2018 and will total 2.3 billion units, according to Gartner. https://www.tahawultech.com/resellerme/hardware/global-spending-on-end-user-device-set-to-increase-gartner/

Al Shirawi accelerates digital transformation with Oracle

Al Shirawi Group of Companies, one of the largest private business conglomerates in the UAE, has adopted Oracle Human Capital Management (HCM) software application to accelerate its digital transformation journey and empower its workforce. https://www.tahawultech.com/cnme/news/al-shirawi-accelerates-digital-transformation-with-oracle-hcm/

Saudi Arabia leads Arab world in science and tech patents

Saudi Arabia was reportedly granted 664 patents last year. The latest number is double that of all Arab countries combined during the same period. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/saudi-arabia-leads-arab-world-in-science-and-tech-patents/

iPhone camera apps for taking awesome photos and videos

From precise expert controls to top-notch filters and the ability to save RAW images, there are lots of great reasons to keep a couple of camera apps on your home screen.    https://www.tahawultech.com/lifestyle/iphone-camera-apps-to-take-your-snaps-and-shots-to-the-next-level/

Emirates NBD achieves major IT transformation milestone

Emirates NBD has announced the launch of its own private cloud platform. The move is part of the bank’s ongoing AED 1 billion IT transformation. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/emirates-nbd-achieves-major-it-transformation-milestone/

Five ways to check if your router is configured securely

Here are some security aspects users should look at in a home network ―particularly those related to the configuration of its Internet-connected router. https://www.tahawultech.com/securityadvisorme/insight/five-ways-to-check-if-your-router-is-configured-securely/

GCC firms struggling to meet GDPR deadline: report

With the deadline fast approaching, many GCC organisations are yet to begin the processes, risk lagging behind and facing penalties. https://www.tahawultech.com/securityadvisorme/news/global-firms-still-struggling-to-meet-gdpr-deadline-report/

Russian hackers could launch a global cyber-attack: US and UK officials

Russian hackers are reportedly targeting millions of devices around the world to spy, steal information and build networks in preparation for future cyber-attacks, the US and UK have revealed. https://www.tahawultech.com/securityadvisorme/news/russian-hackers-target-devices-in-us-and-uk-report/

First commodities-backed digital currency launches in Dubai

Freedium, during the Dubai Blockchain Forum, has announced the launch of first commodities backed digital stable currency tracking the US Dollar. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/first-commodities-backed-digital-stable-currency-launches-in-dubai/

Toyota wants cars to "talk" to each other

Toyota Motor has reportedly announced plans to start selling US vehicles that can talk to each other using short-range wireless technology in 2021. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/toyota-talking-cars-us/

Google to boost digital skills among Arab youth

Google has announced the launch of an Arabic online learning platform as part of the firm’s efforts to help people in MENA find jobs and advance their careers or grow their businesses. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/google-to-boost-digital-skills-among-arab-youth/

Dubai Economy first government entity to digitise invoicing processes

Dubai has launched a new initiative to digitise supplier submittal of invoices and manage supplier invoices online through the online portal eSupply. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/dubai-ded-moves-invoicing-processes-online/

Telr to "prevent fraud before it happens" with new payment software

The new solution offers businesses a collection of antifraud features, designed to keep online merchants secure and their customers safe. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/telr-secure-antifraud-solution/

Big Data, AI to propel aerospace industry

Big Data, artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics are powering exciting innovations across the aerospace industry, many of which are happening in the background, invisible to everyday airline customers. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/abu-dhabi-big-data-ai-aerospace/

Emirates NBD rolls out blockchain-based cheques

Emirates NBD has become the first to successfully go-live at scale with ‘Cheque Chain’, integrating blockchain technology to reduce cheque fraud. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/emirates-nbd-enhances-security-for-blockchain-based-cheques/

German minister calls for accelerated investments in electric car tech

Germany’s Economy Minister Peter Altmaier, in a recent interview, highlighted that the country’s automotive industry must invest heavily in electric car technology and develop battery production facilities in Europe to keep up with global competitors. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/germany-electric-cars-tech/

Autonomous vehicle market to surpass $173B in five years

The autonomous vehicle sector is expected drive demands for technologies such as virtual voice assistance; centralised domain architectures; improved vision and depth-sensing solutions; artificial intelligence powering development, testing and validation; and the rise of shared mobility platforms, according to Frost & Sullivan. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/autonomous-vehicle-market-to-surpass-173b-in-five-years/

Microsoft Surface Book 2 to bring more power to mobile users

Microsoft has recently unveiled the Surface Book 2, a hybrid device designed for delivering power, versatility and portability. https://www.tahawultech.com/resellerme/hardware/microsoft-brings-more-power-to-mobile-users-with-surface-book-2/

How Rotana Hotels is redefining hospitality with business intelligence

In a bid to stay apace with the burgeoning competition for customers here in the UAE – one of the world’s most desirable tourist destinations, corporate vice president of IT Samir Abi Frem, sought to make a number of changes to the company’s operations. https://www.tahawultech.com/cnme/case-studies/rotana-hotels-business-intelligence/

Diamond-backed crypto assets launch in Dubai

Dubai-based Al Kasir Jewellery Group launched three Crypto assets backed by certified diamonds. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/diamond-backed-crypto-assets-launch-in-dubai/

Global IT professionals lack security confidence: report

A new survey had revealed that less than half of all organisations were able to detect a major cybersecurity incident within one hour. Even more concerning, the study found that less than one-third said that even if they detected a major incident, they would be unable to contain it within an hour. https://www.tahawultech.com/securityadvisorme/news/logrhythm-it-professionals-lack-security-confidence/

University-based drone academy opens in UAE

The first university-based drone academy in the UAE has recently been inaugurated by the American University of Sharjah. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/university-based-drone-academy-opens-in-uae/

UAE mulls creation of unified national e-mail

The Ministry of Justice has reportedly reviewed the establishment of a unified national e-mail for all individuals and institutions in the country. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/uae-mulls-creation-of-unified-national-e-mail/

Visa's pilot biometric card to launch in the Middle East

Visa will soon launch its first bettery-less dual interface biometrics payment card (chip- and contactless-enabled) in the Middle East. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/visa-biometric-card-payment-to-launch-in-middle-east/

Mobile technologies to transform how consumers shop and buy online

Globally, retail e-commerce is expected to increase to 14.6 percent of total retail, with a market volume of more than $4 trillion, according to a report by eMarketer. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/dubai-seamless-middle-east-swisslog-ecommerce/

“The best is yet to come,” says Noon CEO

Noon’s vision extends beyond that of being a pure play retailer. “We want to be a high performing consumer Internet provider,” said Khalid. “But we’re very aware that we can’t do this alone, and we need to bring on board partners and local startups to accelerate this journey.” https://www.tahawultech.com/news/the-best-is-yet-to-come-noon-ceo/

"Data used has slashed queue times": Dubai Airports EVP

Dubai Airports’ executive vice president of technology and infrastructure has lauded the potential for transformation through innovative technology use. Speaking at Siemens’ Innovation Day at Dubai Opera, which was held in partnership with Dubai Electricity and Water Authority and Expo 2020, Mic... https://www.tahawultech.com/cnme/news/dubai-airports-evp-innovation/

"Middle East energy, transport set to transform": Siemens CTO

Siemens CTO Dr Roland Busch Siemens’ chief technology officer and board member Dr Roland Busch has said that the Middle East’s energy and transport industries are poised to benefit from new developments in IoT, as the firm announced that it would invest $500 million into the Middle East region ov... https://www.tahawultech.com/news/siemens-cto-middle-east-500m/

Emiratis to get AI training at Oxford University

UAE nationals including government officials, employees and students will soon get the opportunity to receive specialised training on artificial intelligence at the Oxford University. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/emiratis-to-get-ai-training-at-oxford-university/

“There’s still a lot to do,” says Souq.com CEO

Speaking at the Seamless Middle East forum in Dubai today, Ronaldo Mouchawar, CEO and founder of Souq.com, said that the $580 million Amazon acquisition in 2017 put the UAE at the forefront of technology innovation, but there is still much to be done in the region’s e-commerce space. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/gcc-ecommerce-souq-ceo/

Jedi Challenges: lightsaber-swinging, augmented reality fun

If you’ve ever dreamt of being a Jedi Knight, here’s something better than simply swinging around a plastic lightsaber toy—now you can wield a plastic lightsaber that pairs with a headset, letting you battle against familiar Star Wars villains in the comfort of your living room. https://www.tahawultech.com/lifestyle/jedi-challenges-lightsaber-swinging-augmented-reality-fun/

UAE bans reselling electronic goods without warranty

The Ministry of Economy has reportedly announced that the Supreme Committee for Consumer Protection will ban the sale of all electronic goods, including electrical appliances and mobile phones without warranty. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/uae-bans-reselling-electronic-goods-without-warranty/

Jacky’s Business Solution to resell humanoid robot in UAE

Jacky’s Business Solutions LLC has been appointed as the first value-added reseller for SoftBank Robotics Europe in the UAE for its humanoid robot, Pepper. This new addition to Jacky’s Business Solutions repertoire of Visitor Management Solutions (VMS) will enhance its wide range of customer ser... https://www.tahawultech.com/resellerme/news/jackys-business-solution-to-resell-humanoid-robot-in-uae/

Saudi Arabia spotlights cybersecurity education with new deal

Saudi Arabia has reportedly signed a strategic partnership with US education-focused technology firm, Coursera. https://www.tahawultech.com/securityadvisorme/news/saudi-arabia-spotlights-cybersecurity-education-with-new-deal/

Siemens to funnel $500M into digital initiatives in Middle East

Siemens has announced plans to invest over $500 million into its digital presence in the Middle East over the next three years. https://www.tahawultech.com/cnme/news/siemens-500m-digital-in-middle-east/

GCC consumers eye switch to "digital only" banks: report

Nearly two-thirds of GCC banking customers would be prepared to move to a digital only bank, according to latest findings from EY.  https://www.tahawultech.com/news/seamless-middle-east-gcc-consumers-digital-banks-ey/

IT transformation is vital to win against competition, says 81% of global firms

Dell EMC has announced the results of new research conducted by Enterprise Strategy Group (ESG) into the benefits of IT Transformation which affirms that IT Transformation can result in bottom-line benefits that drive business differentiation, innovation and growth. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/it-transformation-is-vital-to-win-against-competition-says-81-of-global-firms/

Dubai sets sights on becoming the 'Global Capital' for Esports

The project is aimed at making the emirate the region’s first dedicated esports stadium, which will establish the emirate as a regional and global hub for hosting video gaming events, according to the Dubai Media Office. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/dubai-sets-sights-on-becoming-the-global-capital-for-esports/

Ministry of Economy to accelerate UAE Vision 2021 with new partnerships

The Ministry of Economy has signed MoUs to launch the “National Programme for Supporting Emerging, Modern & Innovative Businesses” with 14 state-run entities as part of its participation in the 3rd Government Accelerators. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/ministry-of-economy-to-accelerate-uae-vision-2021-with-new-partnerships/

New app will soon let Dubai residents track their food

Dubai residents will soon be able to scan their food and get data such as its nutritional information and track the ingredients included in the food item. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/new-app-will-soon-let-dubai-residents-track-their-food/

Uber reveals plans to move beyond cars

Uber Technologies is reportedly looking to create a virtual a one-stop transportation shopping app. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/uber-plans-to-move-beyond-cars/

First HyperloopTT test track construction underway

Hyperloop Transportation Technologies (HyperloopTT) has announced the arrival of the first set of tubes designed to move both people and freight to their research and development center in Toulouse, France. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/first-hyperlooptt-test-track-construction-underway/

Dubai to launch first environment-monitoring satellite

DMSAT1, the Environmental Satellite of Dubai Municipality, is reportedly scheduled to be completed by the end of this year and will be launched in Q2 of 2019. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/dubai-to-launch-first-environment-monitoring-satellite/

UAE's Etisalat, global telcos form cybersecurity alliance

Etisalat have signed the agreement with Singtel, SoftBank and Telefónica have signed an agreement to offer enterprises a comprehensive portfolio of cybersecurity services. https://www.tahawultech.com/securityadvisorme/news/uaes-etisalat-global-telcos-form-cybersecurity-alliance/

Free channel insights – just three weeks away

In order to help the partner community to device a roadmap to overcome these challenges and harness the opportunities within the evolving regional landscape, Reseller Middle East will host its first-ever Margin Builder Forum, which will be held on 8th May 2018 at Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Dubai. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/margin-builder-forum-lets-talk-about-profitability/

Virgin Hyperloop One eyes high-speed NEOM route

Speaking to Tahawul Tech on the sidelines of the Future Cities Show, which took place earlier this week at the Dubai World Trade Centre, Dhaliwal highlighted Hyperloop One’s vision of creating a “door to door, seamless journey” for Middle East passengers. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/hyperloop-one-uae/

StarLink to spotlight innovations on securing hybrid enterprises

StarLink will take the roadshow to major areas including Oman, Egypt, KSA, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, UAE, Turkey and South Africa, in sequence, starting from 9th April to 10th May 2018. https://www.tahawultech.com/resellerme/news/starlink-to-spotlight-innovations-on-securing-hybrid-enterprises/

Emerging tech for seamless transactions on focus in Dubai

The Middle East region is going through an exciting phase, with the UAE claiming 15th rank in the Euromonitor International’s Digital Consumer Index 2017 and highest among emerging markets, underlining the government’s commitment to transforming the society and the industries digitally and seamlessly for the future. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/emerging-tech-for-seamless-transactions-on-focus-in-dubai/

Soon, you can download your Instagram data

Facebook-owned Instagram will soon allow its users to download a copy of all the content they have uploaded on the photo-sharing platform, according to reports. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/instagram-users-will-soon-be-able-to-download-their-data/

Facebook can't even control its own data: US congress

During the second day of congress hearings, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg revealed that he was among the nearly 87 million people whose personal information was improperly shared with political consultancy Cambridge Analytica. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/facebook-cant-even-control-its-own-data-says-us-congress/

New cybersecurity hub to enhance threat intelligence expertise in Middle East

The Cyber Hub will harness Thales’s local expertise and use established world-class methodologies as well as cyber training, simulation and threat intelligence. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/thales-opens-cybersecurity-hub-dubai/

The Sustainable City reveals latest monitoring results

The Sustainable City has revealed some of the latest results from monitoring the city’s performance over the past 12 months during the Future Cities Show 2018. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/the-sustainable-city-reveals-latest-monitoring-results/

Future Cities Show to highlight urban innovation

Dubai city not only as a milieu but also as a principal example of the specific challenges that cities around the world are facing. Future Cities Show will have Sustainability, Innovation and Happiness as its main core hence focusing on several transformational concepts as catalysts for smart urban development. Future Cities Show conference and exhibition is held at the Dubai World Trade Centre. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/future-cities-show-to-highlight-urban-innovation/

Dubai to reduce energy demand by 30% by 2030

More than 1 million Tons of Carbon Dioxide will be abated by 2030 and 1.7 TWh of electricity will be saved by the same year in Dubai, according to the new targets revealed by Dubai’s Etihad Energy Services Company, Etihad ESCO. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/dubai-to-reduce-energy-demand-by-30-by-2030/

Sheikh Mohammed launches UAE Blockchain Strategy 2021

Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum highlighted that the UAE has chosen to adopt the development of ‘Future Industry’ in various aspects as means of development on its way of becoming a world leader in adopting technology. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/uae-blockchain-strategy-happiness-sheikh-mohammed/

Abu Dhabi gears up for second edition of hardware startup competition

The deadline for the submitting applications for the second edition of the hardware Venture Launchpad is fast approaching, startAD. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/abu-dhabi-nyu-startad-second-hardware-launchpad/

Margin Builder Forum: the key to profitability could just be one click away

The technology industry is constantly going through changes as companies’ appetite for innovation increase and customer demands evolve. https://www.tahawultech.com/resellerme/channel/reseller-middleeast-margin-builder-forum-profitability-register/

Smart Bail service launches in Dubai

Under the new service, the Dubai Public Prosecution will not confiscate passports of parties who are charged with minor offences. Instead, case details of the person will be registered electronically. https://www.tahawultech.com/video/dubai-launches-smart-bail-service/

Michael Dell-backed AI firm launches Dubai office

Amir Husain, founder and CEO of SparkCognition Austin-based Artificial intelligence firm SparkCognition has announced its international expansion to the UAE, with the company officially launching its new Dubai office. The company’s expansion to Dubai comes shortly after the organisation a... https://www.tahawultech.com/news/michael-dell-firm-launches-dubai-office/

Alibaba has no monopoly over "magic" name, says Dubai crypto firm

The Dubai-based cryptocurrency firm Alibabacoin Foundation said Alibaba Group Holding cannot monopolise the “magical” Alibaba name, and asked a US judge to dismiss the Chinese e-commerce retailer’s trademark lawsuit. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/alibaba-doesnt-have-monopoly-over-magic-name-says-dubai-crypto-firm/

Abu Dhabi bus travel now "smarter"

Abu Dhabi’s Department of Transport (DoT) has announced that the smart card service, ‘Hafilat’ is now available on board regional buses. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/abu-dhabi-bus-commuters-can-avoid-long-queus-with-smart-card/

Why Intel’s i9 processor is the “best yet” for gamers and content creators

The i9 is said to be the firm’s highest performing laptop processor to date, and is set to deliver “the best” gaming and content creation experience on the go. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/intel-i9-processor-gamers-content-creators/

Sophia to deliver opening address at Oman summit

Sophia, hailed as the world’s most advanced android, is set to appear at the Oman Global Tech and Investment Summit 2018, which will be held at the Grand Hyatt Muscat on 29th to 30th April 2018. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/sophia-set-to-visit-oman/

Hackathon for future justice: DIFC explores progress in legal tech

DIFC Dispute Resolution Authority (DRA), as part of its most recent initiative and partners, aims to explore the impact of emerging disruptive technologies for lawmakers and legal systems. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/hackathon-future-justice-difc-legal-tech/

Minor crimes can now be settled through Dubai's new smart platform

The Dubai Public Prosecution launched the Smart Bail service that allows people charged with minor offences to obtain bail online. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/dubai-rolls-out-new-smart-platform-for-settling-minor-crimes/

AI-powered surveillance to make Dubai the "world's safest" smart city

A Brazil-based security firm has claimed that its futuristic artificial intelligence and camera technology could make Dubai the world’s safest smart city.  https://www.tahawultech.com/news/polsec-ai-surveillance-dubai/

Zuckerberg to congress: Facebook is open to the "right" regulations

Facebook chief executive Mark Zuckerberg on Tuesday during the first of two US congressional hearings apologised, defended his company, and jousted with questioners while agreeing with others. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/zuckerberg-to-congress-facebook-is-open-to-the-right-regulations/

Dubai turns to AI to help resolve consumer complaints

The Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protectios has launched the ‘Smart Protection’ service, first of its kind in the world, which adopts artificial intelligence, AI, to respond quickly and efficiently to consumer queries and resolve their complaints. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/dubai-turns-to-ai-to-help-resolve-consumer-complaints/

“American tech giants too arrogant to appreciate GCC,” president says

Nutanix president Sudheesh Nair has said that American technology giants often fail to look beyond the country’s borders for best practice Nutanix president Sudheesh Nair has said that the cloud and hyperconverged infrastructure vendor will go the extra mile to appreciate the nuances of... https://www.tahawultech.com/cnme/news/nutanix-sudheesh-nair-gcc/

Dubai drivers may soon be using smart number plates

Vehicles in Dubai will soon be equipped with smart number plates that can automatically send out alert to police and ambulance centres in case of accidents or any other emergencies, according to local media reports. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/dubai-smart-number-plates/

Infoblox appoints Cherif Sleiman as SVP for International Business

Infoblox Inc has announced the appointment of Cherif Sleiman as Senior Vice President (SVP) International Business, responsible for driving business growth in international markets. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/infoblox-appoints-cherif-sleiman-as-svp-for-international-business/

Almost half of organisations implementing IoT use digital twins, says report

According to research and advisory firm Gartner, 48 percent of organisations that are implementing the Internet of Things (IoT) said they are already using, or plan to use digital twins (virtual representations of real objects) in 2018. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/double-up-enterprise-adoption-of-digital-twins-set-for-three-fold-growth/

Expo 2020 to enable seamless digital connections with new partnership

Expo 2020 Dubai has recently signed Cisco to provide its latest technology innovations that to enable seamless digital experiences at the site. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/expo-2020-to-enable-seamless-digital-connections-with-new-partnership/

Apple unveils iPhone 8 and 8 Plus RED editions

Apple has announced iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus (PRODUCT)RED Special Edition, which will be available to order online in select countries including the UAE and will be in stores beginning Friday, April 13. https://www.tahawultech.com/resellerme/hardware/apple-unveils-iphone-8-and-8-plus-red-editions/

"My mistake, I'm sorry," says Facebook's Zuckerberg

“We didn’t take a broad enough view of our responsibility, and that was a big mistake. It was my mistake, and I’m sorry,” Zuckerberg said in his written testimony released by the House commerce committee. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/facebooks-zuckerberg-meet-lawmakers-ahead-of-congressional-hearing/

Dubai space programme to give a "taste" of what it's like to be an astronaut

Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre, MBRSC, a Dubai Government entity which aims to promote scientific innovation and technology advancement in Dubai and the UAE will unveil an Astronaut suit for the very first time along with a mock module of Mars city and Astronaut’s food which will be available for visitors to try. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/dubai-space-programme-to-exhibit-astronaut-suit-and-food/

Dubai Municipality deploys smart waste containers in key areas

The Dubai Municipality has rolled out 100 smart containers for waste storage along Sheikh Zayed Road from Dubai World Trade Center roundabout to the first Interchange linking the bridge on Safa Street and Financial Center Street. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/dubai-municipality-deploys-smart-waste-containers-in-key-areas/

Alibaba injects major funding into world's most valuable AI firm

China’s SenseTime Group has reportedly raised $600 million from Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. and other investors at a valuation of more than $3 billion, becoming the world’s most valuable artificial intelligence startup. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/alibaba-injects-funds-into-worlds-most-valuable-ai-firm/

Why UAE startup Pawame can be Africa’s “Amazon” of micro-finance

The Pawame Solar Kit in action In a region so rich with energy, full of cities with bright lights and air conditioning that helps residents to withstand 50-degree summers, it can be easy to take for granted the importance of basic electricity. While the world’s biggest oil exporter Saudi Arabia h... https://www.tahawultech.com/cnme/features/uae-startup-pawame-africas-amazon/

Dubai launches blockchain-powered digital art bank

According to Dubai Culture, the platform is the first of its kind in the world and it uses cryptocurrency to facilitate trading in artworks. https://www.tahawultech.com/video/dubai-blockchain-digital-art-bank/

Saudi Arabia blocks over 1.6M malicious files in the last year: report

Saudi Arabia’s education sector was most affected by malware, followed by government, and telecommunications during 2017, according to a study. https://www.tahawultech.com/securityadvisorme/news/saudi-arabia-blocks-over-1-6m-malicious-files-in-the-last-year-report/

UAE tops GCC nations in 4G speeds

The UAE topped its neighbouring GCC countries when it came to 4G speeds, where it averaged 27.47Mbps. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/uae-tops-gcc-nations-in-4g-speeds/

GCC online consumers "trust" brands advertised on premium websites

Two-thirds or 59 percent of GCC respondents are more likely to trust a brand that they see advertised on a premium website (a reputable website that features professional quality content), according to a recent survey commissioned by Buzzeff Middle East Africa (MEA). https://www.tahawultech.com/news/gcc-online-consumers-trust-brands-showcased-on-premium-websites/

"Technology is a double-edged sword," says cybersecurity expert

Transparency and Regulations will reduce the risk of data leaks and inspire confidence in future technologies, says cybersecurity experts https://www.tahawultech.com/securityadvisorme/news/technology-a-double-edged-sword/

MENA FinTech market to attract $2 billion in deals

The current MENA fintech market is estimated at $2 billion and expected to witness an annual growth of $125 million until 2022, according to MENA Research Partners (MRP). https://www.tahawultech.com/news/mena-fintech-market-to-attract-2-billion-in-deals/

Apple hires ex-Amazon exec for software role

Apple said it has hired technology executive Jon McCormack as a vice president working on software, according to Bloomberg. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/apple-hires-ex-amazon-exec-for-software-role/

An Apple store in KSA would allow men and women to work together

The iPhone maker is said to be spearheading a push by foreign consumer brands to remove a key obstacle in foreign investment in Saudi, encouraging an incremental step forward for women’s rights in the Kingdom and paving the way for Apple and others to open their first offices or shops in the country. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/saudi-arabia-apple-staff/

Abu Dhabi business dispute court goes online

Through the new platform residents can file documents and receive SMS notifications pertaining to progress of their case and changes to the digital court file. Electronic evidence bundles are included in the court file at no additional cost to any party, and court hearings are conducted through video conferencing, accessed via an integrated calendar. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/abu-dhabi-business-dispute-court-goes-online/

Dubai-based cryptocurrency firm rebuffs Alibaba trademark suit

Dubai-based cryptocurrency company Alibabacoin Foundation has reportedly rejected the allegations of trademark infringement brought against it by the giant Chinese online retailer Alibaba Group Holding, according to Reuters. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/dubai-based-cryptocurrency-firm-rebuffs-alibaba-trademark-suit/

Dubai to launch world’s first digital currency for creativity

The Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has launched its blockchain-powered digital bank for art, ArtBank. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/dubai-sets-out-to-become-global-hub-for-art-and-innovation/

Fitbit 2018: choose the right one for your lifestyle

As one of the biggest names in fitness trackers, Fitbit is an easy pick for recording your daily steps or sleep patterns. Selecting the best Fitbit model for your needs, however, isn’t quite as simple. The different Fitbit trackers have a lot of overlap in features, and so it’s not str... https://www.tahawultech.com/lifestyle/fitbit-2018-choose-the-right-one-for-your-lifestyle/

Dubai-made delivery app take tasty meals to greater distances

Spoonfed, the distance food delivery app concept that aims to transform food delivery accessibility across the city, has launched in Dubai. https://www.tahawultech.com/lifestyle/dubai-made-delivery-app-take-tasty-meals-to-greater-distances/

What's on your mind?: AI-powered tech could now decode your thoughts

Reading brain waves was useless until A.I. got involved. Now mind reading has real-world, practical applications. https://www.tahawultech.com/lifestyle/whats-on-your-mind-ai-powered-tech-could-now-decode-your-thoughts/

UAE telco du inks deal for smart project in Ajman

Ajman’s Municipality and Planning Department and the Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (du) have recently teamed-up to turn the emirate’s Rumaila District into a smart and sustainable residential area. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/uae-telco-du-inks-deal-for-smart-project-in-ajman/

Commvault to spotlight latest data management trends in Dubai

Commvault, as part of its Connections Live forum, will highlight how HyperScale technology will impact and can benefit Middle East organisations. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/commvault-to-spotlight-latest-data-management-trends-in-dubai/

Dubai's Arabic knowledge platforms reach 400M users worldwide

Dubai Future Foundation’s (DFF) knowledge platforms has now reached more than 400 million people across the globe, according to WAM. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/dubai-future-foundation-platforms-reach-400m-users-worldwide/

Snapchat to roll out TrueDepth-enhanced AR Lenses

First demoed at the September iPhone event in 2017, the souped-up selfie lenses are finally ready for your close-up. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/snapchat-to-roll-out-truedepth-enhanced-ar-lenses/

Abu Dhabi Police to solve crimes using 3D tech

The Abu Dhabi Police, represented by the Criminal Evidence Administration of the Security and Ports Affairs Sector, has recently launched a 3D printing initiative. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/abu-dhabi-police-to-solve-crimes-using-3d-tech/

"Don't mess with our elections": hackers warn Iran

The attack has disrupted data centres in Iran and has reportedly been launched in multiple countries as well. The hackers have left the image of a US flag on screens along with a warning: “Don’t mess with our elections”, the Iranian IT ministry said on Saturday. https://www.tahawultech.com/securityadvisorme/news/dont-mess-with-our-elections-hackers-warn-iran/

UAE adopts AI to fast track road developments

The UAE’s infrastructure ministry said it had adopted artificial intelligence (AI) technology to optimise its resources on numerous local road developments. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/uae-adopts-ai-to-fast-track-road-developments/

Egypt lifts ban on Uber and Careem

An Egyptian court ruled to revoke the suspension of the licenses of ride-hailing companies Uber and Careem, allowing them to continue their work, Reuters reports citing judicial sources said. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/uber-careem-resume-operations-in-egypt/

UAE to roll out e-platform for schools

The UAE has announced that it will soon launch a new e-platform that will host all the academic affairs, personal details and skills of school students in the country. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/uae-to-roll-out-e-platform-for-schools/

EMEA firms take almost six months to detect a cyber-attack: report

FireEye has announced the release of its annual M-Trends report, which found that attackers were present in EMEA organisations’ networks a median of 175 days before being detected in 2017. https://www.tahawultech.com/securityadvisorme/news/emea-firms-take-almost-six-months-to-detect-a-cyber-attack-report/

Future iPhones could have curved screens and touchless control

Apple is working on touchless gesture control and curved screens for future iPhones, in a bid to help the company differentiate its most-important product in an increasingly crowded market.  https://www.tahawultech.com/news/touchless-iphones-could-be-here-by-2020/

AI could become an "immortal dictator," says Musk

During a new documentary, Musk offers the notion that an AI built by a government could outlast any single party or politician and effectively become “an immortal dictator from which we would never escape”. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/ai-immortal-dictator-elon-musk/

AlterEgo: The new headset that can 'hear' your internal voice

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) researchers have developed a computer interface that can transcribe words that the user verbalises internally but does not actually speak aloud.  https://www.tahawultech.com/news/alterego-headset-that-can-hear-your-internal-voice/

Saudi crown prince talks cybersecurity with Google execs

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman met with Google founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin, and CEO Sundar Pichai on Thursday, concluding his three week whirlwind tour of visiting US tech titans.  https://www.tahawultech.com/securityadvisorme/news/saudi-crown-prince-google/

Silicon Valley calls for stricter gun control after YouTube shooting

Several Silicon Valley leaders have called for increased gun control in the United States after a woman at the YouTube headquarters in California shot and wounded three people before taking her own life.  https://www.tahawultech.com/news/silicon-valley-ceos-youtube-gun-control/

Amazon begins hiring push in Riyadh following Saudi prince visit

Amazon.com is looking to expand its reach in Saudi Arabia by adding several jobs to its Riyadh operations, according to a Bloomberg report.  https://www.tahawultech.com/news/amazon-riyadh-saudi-hiring/

Hey Siri, meet your new boss

In a surprise development that is sure to have huge implications across the AI landscape, Apple announced yesterday that it has hired John Giannandrea, the architect behind Google Assistant, mere hours after he announced he was stepping down from his lofty position at the Mountain View headquarters. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/hey-siri-meet-your-new-boss/

Up to 87 million users exposed in data scandal, says Facebook

Facebook said on Wednesday the personal data of up to 87 million users was improperly shared with British political consultancy Cambridge Analytica, Reuters reported. https://www.tahawultech.com/securityadvisorme/news/up-to-87-million-users-exposed-in-data-scandal-says-facebook/

Crypto miners turn their focus to VPNs, football streaming sites: research

According to Kaspersky Lab data, the most popular “legitimate miners” are football-related applications. Their main function is to broadcast football videos while discreetly mining crypto currencies. For this, developers used the Coinhive JavaScript miner. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/cyber-criminals-mining-cryptocurrencies/

Global experts to highlight MEA's $34B cybersecurity market

With cybersecurity spending rising sharply across the globe and cities becoming ever more connected with the adoption of the Internet of Things (IoT), organisations in both public and private sectors are recognising the increasing importance of cybersecurity. https://www.tahawultech.com/securityadvisorme/news/global-experts-highlight-meas-34b-cybersecurity-market/

Dubai gears up to host IoTX forum

“As the world grows ever more connected, Internet of Things increasingly becomes a hot topic across many sectors,” said Younus Al Nasser, assistant director general, Smart Dubai Office. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/dubai-gears-up-to-host-iotx-forum/

80% of GCC firms still rely on passwords for authentication: study

Four in five large GCC enterprises still rely solely on usernames and passwords for authentication to corporate networks, according to Microsoft’s Digital Transformation survey. https://www.tahawultech.com/video/gcc-firms-passwords-microsoft/

Review: Synology DiskStation DS418play

The new DS418play is a 4-bay NAS device that is specifically designed for storing heavy multimedia data, especially high definition videos. https://www.tahawultech.com/features/review-synology-diskstation-ds418play/

Reseller Middle East puts spotlight on partner profitability

Reseller Middle East is gearing up to host its inaugural Margin Builder Forum on 8th May, 2018. Attendees will have an opportunity to learn measures on increasing profitability and network with industry leaders. https://www.tahawultech.com/resellerme/channel/reseller-middle-east-puts-the-spotlight-on-partner-profitability/

"Today marks our turning point," Tech Mahindra president says

Today marks a “leapfrog” moment for Tech Mahindra’s telecoms business in the Middle East, according to the global president of the firm’s communications division. Speaking at a media roundtable ahead of the firm’s Beyond Connectivity conference, hosted in partnership with Samena, Manish Vyas sai... https://www.tahawultech.com/news/turning-point-tech-mahindra-president/

Facebook's new data policy causes temporary heartbreak for Tinder users

Facebook’s latest API changes led to a momentary setback in virtual romance on Wednesday, as Tinder users were trapped in a log-in loop and unable to access their account. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/facebook-broke-tinder/