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UAE telco teams up with Ericsson to trial Massive MIMO tech

Etisalat and Ericsson have successfully conducted a live on-air trial of Ericsson Radio System and Massive MIMO technology in the UAE, paving the way towards 5G deployment. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uae-etisalat-ericsson-trial-massive-mimo-tech/

Epson seeks to autonomise UAE industrial sector

Epson recently demonstrated its newly expanded robotics range at international event Automatica 2018, including its new dual-arm robot, the WorkSense W-01. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/epson-seeks-to-autonomise-uae-industrial-sector/

Digital transformation initiatives fuel UAE IT job market

The UAE has registered a healthy 14 percent increase in the first half of 2018, in line with recent government initiatives aiming to accelerate progress on National Agenda goals, according to the latest Monster Employment Index (MEI). https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/digital-transformation-initiatives-fuel-uae-job-market/

Saudi king arrives in $500B still unbuilt mega city for holiday

Saudi Arabia’s King Salman on Monday has arrived in NEOM, a still undeveloped mega city where he will spend some time for a holiday, according to state-run Saudi Press Agency (SPA). https://www.tahawultech.com/region/saudi-arabia/saudi-king-arrives-in-500b-still-unbuilt-mega-city-for-holiday/

WhatsApp's latest group feature goes live

Starting today, WhatsApp users will be able to make group video and voice calls. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/whatsapp-latest-group-feature-goes-live/

90% of global firms report increase in phishing attacks: study

50 percent of organisations reported seeing the volume of phishing attacks increase over the last twelve months, while 40 percent said they saw the volume of impersonation attacks rise. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/90-global-firms-increase-phishing-attacks-study/

Honeywell helps Middle East building operations teams optimise space usage

Honeywell has introduced Vector Space Sense in the Middle East, a software solution that shows where, when and how building spaces are used at any given point in time. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/property/honeywell-middle-east-building-optimise-space-usage/

UAE-born e-commerce startup sees 800% growth

Kanzeh.net, the UAE-born custom made T-Shirt e-commerce store celebrates its third birthday with an expansion of its services and the launch of the new sister store: Varsity-jackets.com. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/retail/uae-born-e-commerce-startup-sees-800-growth/

Oman promotes tech education with robotics summer camp

The Oman Information Technology Authority (ITA) has reportedly launched the third edition of its summer IT training programme. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/oman/oman-tech-education-robotics-summer-camp/

UAE transfers AED 1 billion wages via e-system

Around AED 1 billion ($272.2 million) worth of wages was transferred through the UAE Wages Protection System (WPS) during the period from 2013 through 2017, according to the recent figures by the Central Bank. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uae-transfers-aed-1b-wages-via-esystem/

UAE telco offers residents free unlimited video calls

du is offering a 15-day free trial of the BOT-IM and C’me apps when customers subscribe to the Internet Calling Pack service. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/uae-du-app-free-unlimited-video-calls/

Smart home farms to enhance food security in the UAE

The UAE Office for Future Food Security and Masdar (Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company) have announced a strategic partnership to enhance food security in the country. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/smart-home-farms-to-enhance-food-security-in-the-uae/

Etisalat to make Dubai “the safest place in the world”

UAE telco Etisalat has teamed up Dubai Future Accelerators to issue a challenge focused on reducing crime and road congestion using artificial intelligence. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uae-etisalat-challenge-dubai-safest-place-ai/

Oman to build first Smart City in Duqm

Oman and the Republic of Korea has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on cooperation between the two sides to establish smart cities. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/oman/oman-build-first-smart-city-in-duqm/

"Transformation hinges on CIO-CEO relationship": Huawei VP

Huawei’s vice president and managing director for the firm’s Middle East Enterprise Business Group, Alaa Elshimy, believes that CEO’s must support CIO’s in the bid for technological change. https://www.tahawultech.com/video/cio-ceo-relationship-huawei-vp/

DarkMatter, GEMS mould future AI talents

Ajyal Talent Management, part of the DarkMatter Group, has announced the launch of its second artificial intelligence (AI) summer course for students. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/education/darkmatter-gems-mould-future-ai-talents/

"Science, IT to redefine UAE economy": Dubai Science Park chief

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Fourth Industrial Revolution startups in Dubai get new incubator

‘The Co-working Popup’ is an integrated business incubator, offering business development programmes, a membership-based business space for entrepreneurs who want to establish their own creative enterprises, and a close space for start-ups to incubate their businesses. https://www.tahawultech.com/enterprise/sme/fourth-industrial-revolution-startups-in-dubai-get-new-incubator/

Dubai Police, TRA push for quicker emergency response

The General Operations Administration of the Dubai Police and the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority, TRA, have discussed the use of “Advanced Smart Phone Positioning Technology,” known as AML, which uses satellite technology, in operations rooms around the country. The... https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/dubai-police-tra-push-for-quicker-emergency-response/

Saudi Arabia startup accelerator raises over $3M in funding

The technology start-ups incubated by the Badir Program, one of the King Abdul Aziz City for Science and Technology initiatives, has successfully raised around $3.110 million in the second quarter of 2018, up by 7.66 percent from the previous quarter when $2.888 million was raised, according to... https://www.tahawultech.com/region/saudi-arabia/saudi-arabia-startup-accelerator-raises-over-3m-in-funding/

Dubai sets sights on launching world's first Court of the Blockchain

The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Courts have partnered with Smart Dubai to create the world’s first Court of the Blockchain. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/dubai-sets-sights-on-launching-worlds-first-court-of-the-blockchain/

Failure to clearly identify IIoT endpoints create security risks: study

The discrepancy in defining IIoT endpoints is the basis for some of the confusion surrounding responsibility for IIoT security. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/failure-identify-iiot-endpoints-security-risks-sans/

Dubai RTA app now features Apple Pay

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has launched Apple Pay feature enabling customers using iPhones to process the payment of several fees in a quick and safe environment via RTA Dubai app. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/dubai-rta-app-now-features-apple-pay/

UAE-based finance firm strengthens digital services

Al Hail ORIX Finance has formed a strategic partnership with UAE-based fintech payments company Monami Tech to deploy Monami Tech’s technology for SAMA’s business and consumer lending project. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/financial-services/al-hail-orix-fintech-monami-tech/

Blockchain technologies to shake up Dubai's property market

Blockchain technology can transform the Dubai real estate market and the wider economy by bringing in a new level of transparency to attract global players, said international investment and advisory specialists Cryptech. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/property/blockchain-technologies-dubai-property-market/

Data breaches cost Saudi Arabia, UAE firms up to $5.31M

A study by IBM Security has revealed that the average total cost of a data breach in Saudi Arabia and UAE combined is $5.31 million, a 7.1 percent increase since 2017. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/data-breaches-cost-saudi-arabia-uae-firms-up-to-5-31m/

Kuwait residents can now buy sun-flame grilled Whoppers

With its very own solar powered gadget, Burger King took advantage of Kuwait’s infamous scorching heat through their very own solar powered gadget. https://www.tahawultech.com/lifestyle/kuwait-residents-can-now-buy-sun-flame-grilled-whoppers/

Summer heat increases UAE kids' time on their devices: study

With schools closed over the summer, young children and teenagers will spend most of their time on their devices – increasing their average online activity to eight hours per day, a recent study highlighted. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/summer-uae-increases-kids-time-on-devices/

Dolby to bring immersive cinematic experiences to Kuwait

Dolby Laboratories and the Kuwait National Cinema Company (KNCC) have entered into a three-screen agreement for the first deployments of Dolby Cinema in Kuwait. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/kuwait/dolby-immersive-cinematic-experiences-kuwait/

Global tech duo to streamline work for 150M+ people

Cisco and Google Cloud have strengthened the collaboration to enable millions of people who use the apps and services delivered by both firms. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/global-tech-duo-to-streamline-work-for-150m-people/

GCC investors sign deal to complete The Entertainer's acquisition

GFH Capital has announced its partnership with Al-Futtaim to complete the landmark acquisition of the Entertainer, one of the leading incentive providers and lifestyle technology platforms in the region.  https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/retail/gcc-investment-firms-gfh-capital-entertainers-acquisition/

Ooredoo named the fastest mobile network in Oman

Ooredoo Oman has been named at the “Fastest Mobile Network” in the Sultanate for Q1-Q2 2018. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/oman/ooredoo-named-the-fastest-mobile-network-in-oman/

Fully digitised mortgage registration system coming to UAE soon

The Abu Dhabi Municipality has signed five agreements related to the delivery of e-mortgage services through the smart digital services platform with four banks and one finance company on behalf of the three municipalities in Abu Dhabi: ADM, Al Ain Municipality, and Al Dhafra Municipality. Led... https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/fully-digitised-mortgage-registration-system-coming-to-uae-soon/

India-UAE AI bridge to bring $20B in economic benefits

The UAE and Invest India have signed a Memorandum of Understanding for the India – UAE Artificial Intelligence Bridge. The partnership is dedicated to spur discussion and explore options for both countries to grow their artificial intelligence economies. This partnership will generate an e... https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/india-uae-ai-bridge-to-bring-20b-in-economic-benefits/

Dubai Police calls on White Hat hackers

The Dubai Police is calling on the cooperation from white hat hackers to help combat cybercrimes and ensure data protection in the emirate. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/dubai-police-calls-white-hat-hackers/

Facebook sued for misleading investors before stock plunge

Facebook and CEO Mark Zuckerberg were sued on Friday in what could be the first of many lawsuits over a hugely disappointing earnings announcement by the social media company that wiped out about $120 billion of shareholder wealth, Reuters has reported.  The complaint filed by shareholder James ... https://www.tahawultech.com/news/facebook-sued-misleading-investors/

US government, tech giants negotiating data privacy policies

The US government is working to develop consumer data privacy policies, and the Commerce Department has met with firms including Facebook, Comcast and Alphabet as it looks to enshrine the policies in legislation, Reuters has reported.  A person briefed on the matter told Reuters that more than ... https://www.tahawultech.com/news/us-government-data-privacy-policies/

Intel data centre business falls amid AMD threat

Intel’s fast-growing data centre business missed has Wall Street targets on Thursday as the world’s second-largest chipmaker faced stiff rivalry from Advanced Micro Devices, Reuters has reported. The firm also delayed the release of its next-generation chips until the end of 2019. The company’s s... https://www.tahawultech.com/news/intel-data-centre-business-falls-amid-amd-threat/

Dubai Police sets up smart stations at Emaar projects

Dubai Police has recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Emaar Properties to set up smart police stations at Emaar projects to provide all police services to tenants and owners without human intervention. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/dubai-police-smart-stations-emaar/

Tech-driven mega retail destination to open in Dubai soon

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UAE-based fintech startup upgrades mWallet features

Trriple, a UAE-based fintech start-up, has added new services and features to its mobile wallet application, which is available for download on Google Play Store and the Apple App Store.  https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/financial-services/uae-based-fintech-startup-upgrades-mwallet-features/

Newly uncovered threat actor targets Middle East government firms

Symantec has uncovered the operations of a threat actor named Leafminer that is targeting a broad list of government organisations and business verticals in various regions in the Middle East since at least early 2017. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/middle-east/newly-uncovered-threat-actor-targets-middle-east-government-firms/

Facebook shares plummet over slow growth

Facebook shares took a hit after the world’s biggest social network reported weaker-than-expected user growth in the first full quarter since being rocked by a series of scandals on data privacy. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/facebook-shares-plummet-over-slow-growth/

Saudis most active Snapchat users in the world: report

Over 9 million people from Saudi Arabia are active daily users of multimedia messaging app Snapchat. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/saudi-arabia/snapchat-saudi-arabia-most-active/

Saudi Arabia digital financial platform goes online

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Finance has successfully launched its new digital portal Etimad, to streamline services for the public and private sector. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/saudi-arabia/saudi-arabia-digital-financial-platform-goes-online/

Deadline for Dubai's $5 million self-driving challenge is fast-approaching

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has set the 1st August as the deadline for submissions from companies, institutions, universities and colleges to take part in the Dubai World Challenge for Self-Driving Transport. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/deadline-for-dubais-5-million-self-driving-challenge-is-fast-approaching/

Don't sweat it: Beat the UAE heat and stay in shape with these wireless earphones

Glesni Holland takes the Bose SoundSport Free Wireless earphones for a spin, and explores whether these two pocket-sized earbuds can withstand vigorous physical activity while maintaining Bose’s booming sound quality. https://www.tahawultech.com/reviews/76609/

Facebook wants more people to watch videos together

Facebook has announced that it is launching Watch Party to all Groups around the globe. Watch Party is a new way for people to watch videos on Facebook together in real-time https://www.tahawultech.com/lifestyle/facebook-wants-more-people-to-watch-videos-together/

Tech-driven mega retail destination to open in Dubai soon

Integrating online and in-mall shopping, the development is designed for the new era of digital, connected and tech-savvy customers. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/tech-driven-mega-retail-destination-to-open-in-dubai-soon/

HID Global rolls out world's first secure, contactless ticketing solution

HID Global has announced that it became the first ticketing solution provider to be certified to deliver more secure, lower cost, faster contactless tickets based on an open standard called Calypso Light Application (CLAP). https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/hid-global-secure-contactless-ticket/

Dubai accelerator to grant up to $2M to tech innovators

Techstars in partnership with GINCO Investments, and Dubai Future Foundation’s Area 2071 initiative has opened the applications for the second edition of the Techstars Dubai accelerator programme. https://www.tahawultech.com/enterprise/startup/dubai-accelerator-to-grant-up-to-2m-to-tech-innovators/

Siemens optimises baggage handling systems in DXB

Siemens Postal, Parcel & Airport Logistics (SPPAL) has secured a major service contract for the baggage and material handling systems at the two international airports in Dubai. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/siemens-optimises-baggage-handling-systems-in-dxb/

Dubai DED, Emirates Islamic Bank boost support for e-Traders

Dubai DED’s Business Registration & Licensing (BRL) sector has signed an agreement with Emirates Islamic to support holders of the e-Trader licences. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/financial-services/dubai-ded-emirates-islamic-bank-boost-support-for-e-traders/

Abu Dhabi eyes new hub to accelerate blockchain excellence

The Department of Economic Development – Abu Dhabi has signed a new deal aimed at launching a new centre to support investment in technologies and innovative solutions such as blockchain. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/ded-abu-dhabi-blockchain-algorythma/

The UAE could have a robot public prosecutor soon

The UAE minister of state for artificial intelligence Omar bin Sultan Al Olama has recently commended the Public Prosecution’s efforts to employ AI in the justice sector. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/the-uae-could-have-a-robot-public-prosecutor-soon/

Ibrahim Youssry takes the lead at Microsoft's new arm

Microsoft has announced the appointment of Ibrahim Youssry as regional general manager of its MEA Multi Country Cluster (MCC). https://www.tahawultech.com/vendor/ibrahim-youssry-takes-the-lead-at-microsofts-new-arm/

This online video challenge can get you arrested in the UAE

UAE authorities have warned the public against performing the dance challenge as it can endanger road users.  https://www.tahawultech.com/lifestyle/this-online-video-challenge-can-get-you-arrested-in-the-uae/

AI to revolutionise treatment for diabetic patients in Dubai

Dr M. Hamed Farooqi, Director of the Dubai Diabetes Centre, also announced that the centre recently completed a proof of concept project for the implementation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to detect diabetic retinopathy. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/ai-revolutionise-treatment-diabetic-dubai/

UAE residents can now inherit social media accounts

A landmark ruling in Germany has confirmed that social media accounts can be inherited by a person’s beneficiaries, a ruling which many jurisdictions are now likely to follow. https://www.tahawultech.com/video/uae-social-media-ineritance/

Dubai's The Sustainable City inks deal to enhance sustainability data analysis

Shift Technologies, a subsidiary of the AW Rostamani Group, is partnering with The Sustainable City — the Middle East’s first fully-operational sustainable community. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/dubais-the-sustainable-city-inks-deal-to-enhance-sustainability-data-analysis/

UAE residents can now inherit social media accounts

A land mark ruling in Germany last week confirms that social media accounts can be inherited by a person’s beneficiaries, a ruling which many jurisdictions are now likely to follow. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uae-residents-can-now-inherit-social-media-accounts/

Facebook opens new offices for 6,000 employees

Facebook has reportedly announced that it would double its presence in London, acquiring nearly 600,000 square feet (56,000 square metres) of office space across two buildings in King’s Cross https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/facebook-opens-new-offices-for-6000-employees/

AI-powered customer engagement platform launches in Dubai

Flytxt has launched Robo-X, a first-of-its-kind Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Customer Engagement, which harnesses AI and machine learning to produce better marketing outcomes. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/ai-powered-customer-engagement-platform-launches-in-dubai/

Saudi Arabia Ministry of Finance, SAMA activate electronic transactions

The Ministry of Finance and the Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency (SAMA) signed an agreement to activate e-transactions between them. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/saudi-arabia/saudi-arabia-ministry-finance-sama-electronic-transactions/

UAE payments firm unveils e-commerce platform for small businesses

Network International, has announced the launch of ‘Go-Online’, an e-commerce platform, powered by Shopmatic, targeted at local small, medium and start-up businesses. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/financial-services/uae-payments-e-commerce-platform-sme/

Homeland security and helicopter tech on spotlight in Dubai

Dubai HeliShow aims to highlight how private and government authorities across the world are now increasingly investing in the adoption and integration of Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/homeland-security-and-helicopter-tech-on-spotlight-in-dubai/

Dubai to develop quantum-based solutions with global tech giant

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is cooperating with Microsoft to develop new quantum-based solutions to address energy optimisation and other challenges where classical computers have serious limitations. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/dubai-to-develop-quantum-based-solutions-with-global-tech-giant/

UAE teams up with NASA to send humans to space

The UAE Space Agency has signed a letter of intent with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, NASA, to cooperate on human spaceflight. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uae-teams-up-with-nasa-to-send-humans-to-space/

Polycom goes "all-in" with expanded Microsoft partnership

Polycom has announced that RealConnect Service, the first cloud-based video interoperability solution, now supports Microsoft Teams. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/polycom-goes-all-in-with-expanded-microsoft-partnership/

Thales secures IoT devices in healthcare industry

Thales and Device Authority have announced a jointly developed solution to ensure the authentication of IoT devices and the confidentiality and integrity of the data they rely on. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/healthcare/thales-secures-iot-devices-in-healthcare-industry/

Abu Dhabi Municipality debuts AI for customer services

Abu Dhabi’s Urban Planning and Municipalities Department has launched 13 new digital services related to land assessment, which will see the department use artificial intelligence for the first time. https://www.tahawultech.com/video/abu-dhabi-municipality-ai/

SNB strengthens Middle East presences with new HQ

SNB Middle East, a value-added distributor of IT security solutions, as part of its move to set stronger roots in the region has move to a new headquarters to its own building in Dubai, Bay Square. https://www.tahawultech.com/channel/snb-strengthens-middle-east-presences-with-new-hq/

Oman among top Arab nations for digital government

Oman has scored 81% compared to 59% in 2016 survey to be the 2nd best country in the Arab region for online services in the UN eGovernment Survey 2018. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/oman/oman-among-top-arab-nations-for-digital-government/

Saudi Electricity Company, GE spotlight power of long-standing partnership

Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) and GE, in a statement, have stressed on the importance of their long-standing partnership for both the companies. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/saudi-electricity-company-ge-power-partnership/

Sports technology to boost broadcast industry by $3.4 billion in five years

A new study from Juniper Research forecasts that future sports technologies, including professional sports wearables, in-game monitoring and the rapidly growing eSports channel, will see annual spend reach $3.4 billion by 2023. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/sports-technology-to-boost-broadcast-industry-by-3-4-billion-in-five-years/

Smart Dubai showcases progress of the Blockchain Strategy

Smart Dubai has recently held a series of demonstration days to discuss the progress of 14 blockchain use cases that will be implemented by 12 government entities across the emirate. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/smart-dubai-showcases-progress-blockchain-strategy/

Saudi Arabia launches first robot-operated pharmacy

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Global online home rental network eyes Middle East growth

International rental platform Airbnb is reportedly eyeing Saudi Arabia as the next “very exciting” emerging market. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/saudi-arabia/global-online-home-rental-network-eyes-middle-east-growth/

UAE's EGA offers STEM internships to Emirati students

Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) has announced that it will provide internships for 30 Emirati university and high school students this summer, giving them valuable work experience to enhance their career prospects. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/education/uaes-ega-offers-stem-internships-to-emirati-students/

Abu Dhabi Municipality powers customer services with AI

Abu Dhabi’s Urban Planning and Municipalities Department has launched 13 new digital services as part of its efforts to participate in the digitalisation drive and modern vision of the UAE. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/abu-dhabi-municipality-powers-customer-services-with-ai/

Dubai to delve into how tech is shaping the future of manufacturing

Dubai Exports has announced that it is organising the Future Manufacturing and Trade Summit, from 3rd to 4th October 2018, in collaboration with Expotrade Global, in Dubai. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/dubai-tech-manufacturing-industry-trade-future/

Abu Dhabi retail project eyes to become world's first fully digitally enabled mall

The move underpins Al Farwaniya Property Developments’ ambition to place the $1.2 billion Reem Mall project at the forefront of digital innovation in the retail industry. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/retail/abu-dhabi-reem-mall-appoints-digital-experience-manager/

Smart cities key to "more connected" MEA region: Mastercard

Mastercard has pledged to develop more meaningful partnerships with both the public and private sector at the recent World Cities Summit in Singapore. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/middle-east/smart-cities-key-to-more-connected-mea-region-mastercard/

ENEC ICT head to spotlight the role of tech in UAE's 2020 nuclear energy bid

TahawulTech.com is delighted to confirm Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation’s (ENEC) ICT director, Alia Al Hammadi, as a guest speaker at the upcoming Power of 4: Fourth Industrial Revolution Forum. Alia Al Hammadi, ICT director, ENEC The event, which is set to take place on Monday 1... https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/enec-ict-head-to-spotlight-the-role-of-tech-in-uaes-2020-nuclear-energy-bid/

Saudi Arabia telco to train cybersecurity talents

Saudi Arabia’s STC has reportedly launched a new programme aimed at educating and training 150 students in cybersecurity. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/saudi-arabia/saudi-arabia-telco-to-train-cybersecurity-talents/

EU adds charge to Qualcomm antitrust investigation

EU antitrust regulators have reportedly charged Qualcomm with a new violation in a case where the US chipmaker has been accused of selling chipsets below cost to drive out Nvidia Corp unit and British phone software maker Icera. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/eu-adds-charge-to-qualcomm-antitrust-investigation/

Global tech firms achieve first 5G commercial network data call

Ericsson, Telstra and Intel have achieved the first end-to-end multi-vendor 5G commercial network data call over licenced 3.5GHz spectrum. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/ericsson-telstra-intel-5g-network-data-call/

UAE, China tie up to accelerate Silk Road project

The agreement between the UAE and China is aimed at facilitating exchange and integration of commodities, technology and capital through mutual education and cooperation. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uae-china-tie-up-to-accelerate-silk-road-project/

Dubai to roll out lifetime vehicle e-registration

Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched the third and final phase of Vehicle e-Registration, enabling individuals to replace their existing vehicle registration cards by lifetime e-Registration, as of 1 August 2018. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/dubai-to-roll-out-lifetime-vehicle-e-registration/

Emirati students gear up to shape UAE's healthcare sector

The students were congratulated for their inclusion in ‘Future Medical Stars’, and their upcoming trip to the esteemed Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/emirati-students-gear-up-to-shape-uaes-healthcare-sector/

Bahrain warns public against Qatar-run fake social media accounts

Bahrain’s Ministry of Interior has recently revealed that it uncovered social media posts that has shown systematic attempts to compromise the Kingdom’s national interests by influencing public opinion on various issues, including naturalisation, to damage the close and special Bahraini-Saudi relations. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/bahrain/bahrain-warns-public-against-qatar-run-fake-social-media-accounts/

Singapore health system hit by massive data breach

A major cyber-attack on Singapore’s government health database has reportedly stole the personal information of about 1.5 million people, including Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, Reuters reported. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/singapore-health-system-hit-by-massive-data-breach/

Electric cars to hit Kuwait roads soon

According to the report, the Kuwait Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has requested all concerned authorities to provide necessary requirements for the entry of electric cars to Kuwait’s market. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/kuwait/electric-cars-to-hit-kuwait-roads-soon/

Saudi Arabia launches first robot-operated pharmacy

Saudi Arabia has inaugurated its very first smart pharmacy, a robot-operated facility at King Fahd Specialist Hospital. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/saudi-arabia/saudi-arabia-launches-first-robot-operated-pharmacy/

SoftBank Vision Fund to invest $1 billion in Chinese AI giant

SoftBank Group Corp’s Vision Fund is seeking to invest almost $1 billion in SenseTime Group Ltd, a Chinese facial recognition technology developer, Bloomberg reported. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/softbank-vision-fund-to-invest-1-billion-in-chinese-ai-giant/

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. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/telecom-subscribers-uae-rise-24-million-tra/

Dubai ripe for increased tech investments from China

Dubai is an increasingly attractive trade and investment destination for Chinese investors looking for an opportunity in the city’s rapidly evolving tech industry. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/dubai-ripe-for-increased-tech-investments-from-china/

“End-users, not vendors, to shape GCC’s future”: Fujitsu VP

Farid Al-Sabbagh, Fujitsu’s vice president for the Middle East region Fujitsu’s vice president for the Middle East region has said that technology end-users will be those who truly define the future of the region’s economy, instead of big-name vendors. Farid Al-Sabbagh – who has been confi... https://www.tahawultech.com/news/fujitsu-vp-end-users-gcc/

People of Determination can now navigate Dubai metro stations via this app

Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched a demo smart technology via iPhone only, at Rashidiya Metro Station to serve the blind people of determination using Dubai Metro services.  https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/people-of-determination-can-now-navigate-dubai-metro-stations-via-this-app/

Rising PC prices to result in flat growth of device shipments in 2018: Gartner

While the PC and tablet market is estimated to decline 1.2 percent in 2018, the mobile phone market is on pace to record an increase of 1.4 percent. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/rising-pc-prices-to-result-in-flat-growth-of-device-shipments-in-2018-gartner/

Hyperloop TT inks deal to build test track in China

HyperloopTT will work in partnership with the government of Tongren in defining the route for the system. Financing will be done through a public private partnership with 50% of the funds coming directly from Tongren. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/hyperloop-tt-inks-deal-to-build-test-track-in-china/

Dubai university launches first Bachelors degree in AI

https://www.tahawultech.com/video/dubai-university-launches-first-bachelors-degree-in-ai-2/

British Airways halts London flights following latest IT glitch

The carrier suffered a massive computer system failure in May 2017, caused by a power supply issue near Heathrow, which stranded 75,000 customers over a busy holiday weekend – and left BA with a bill amounting to over £100 million.  https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/british-airways-halts-london-flights-following-latest-it-glitch/

DEWA achieves international standard in information security management

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has received the ISO 27001:2013, which is the highest international standard in information security management. HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA received the certificate from the British Standards Institute (BSI), which carried out... https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/dewa-achieves-international-standard-in-information-security-management/

Huawei, Audi team up to drive deployment of connected cars

5G networks and the IoT are giving rise to cars that are intelligent and connected, and in the future could eliminate the need for a human driver altogether. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/huawei-audi-team-up-to-drive-deployment-of-connected-cars/

EU hits Google with record fine in Android operating system feud

The U.S. tech company has said it will appeal the penalty, which is nearly double the previous record of 2.4 billion euros – which Google was ordered to pay last year after its online shopping search service was deemed to be unfair to competitors. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/eu-hits-google-with-record-fine-in-android-operating-system-feud/

Dubai university launches first Bachelors degree in AI

The British University in Dubai has announced the launch of its first Bachelors degree in Artificial Intelligence.  https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/dubai-university-launches-first-bachelors-degree-in-ai/

Dubai to host global science and tech experts in 2019 space conference

The fourth annual Young Professionals in Space Conference (YPS) will take place in the UAE next October, the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) has announced.  The fourth annual Young Professionals in Space Conference (YPS) will take place in the UAE next October. The announcement was made ... https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/dubai-to-host-global-science-and-tech-experts-in-2019-space-conference/

Mobile use in UAE workplace put corporate data at risk: study

Increasing workforce mobility comes a growing risk of cyber threats, according to Kaspersky Lab, 42 million attack attempts on mobile devices were registered in 2017. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uae-employees-mobile-compromise-data/

“Software the DNA of change”: IT Infrastructure roundtable

Samer Semaan, distribution manager, Gulf & UAE, Dell EMC Robust IT infrastructure is the foundation of initiating digital transformation projects, a roundtable jointly hosted by tahawultech.com, Arrow and Dell EMC today concluded. A selection of IT end users gathered at the St Regis Hotel in... https://www.tahawultech.com/news/software-dna-change-it-infrastructure/

Mubadala-owned systems integrator brings expertise to Sharjah

Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) signed an exclusive partnership agreement with Abu Dhabi’s Injazat Data Systems to introduce the latter’s services in the Emirate of Sharjah. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/mubadala-owned-systems-integrator-brings-expertise-to-sharjah/

Oman thwarted over 800 million cyber-attacks in 2017: ITA

Oman reportedly prevented over 880 million cyber-attacks on government networks in 2017 – three times more than 2016 when the country recorded 279 million such attacks. https://www.tahawultech.com/video/oman-thwarted-over-800-million-cyber-attacks-in-2017-ita/

Abu Dhabi to become a gamers paradise this summer

Yas Mall and Yas Island have partnered with global gaming titan IGN to create a gamers paradise starting Eid weekend, until back-to-school. https://www.tahawultech.com/lifestyle/abu-dhabi-to-become-a-gamers-paradise-this-summer/

Global consumers believe AI needs restrictions: study

Consumers lack a full understanding of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and are looking to businesses, government and academia for education, according to a recent report. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/global-consumers-believe-ai-needs-restrictions-study/

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. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/childhood-obesity-uae-saudi-arabia-excessive-technology-yougov/

Global communications firm unveils AI-powered lab

APCO Worldwide has announced the launch of the APCO AI Comms Lab, an innovation centre that leverages artificial intelligence-powered solutions to build and protect the reputations of major global brands, governments and organisations. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/global-communications-firm-unveils-ai-powered-lab/

HTC to release first-ever blockchain-powered smartphone

HTC has revealed that the world’s first major blockchain phone – the Exodus – will be available early to fans in the third quarter of 2018. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/htc-to-release-first-ever-blockchain-powered-smartphone/

Abu Dhabi calls for increased push to promote medical tourism

The Abu Dhabi Department of Health has urged all healthcare providers in the capital to document medical tourism patients’ records using its “Shafafiya” e-portal, effective as of September 2018. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/healthcare/abu-dhabi-calls-for-increased-push-to-promote-medical-tourism/

Dubai launches competition to search of "remarkable" healthcare talents

As part of its celebration for the Year of Zayed, the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has launched a scientific research competition to recognise remarkable talent in the country in the medical field. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/healthcare/dubai-launches-competition-to-search-of-remarkable-healthcare-talents/

Etihad passengers can now link with the airline via WhatsApp

Etihad Airways has launched a WhatsApp Business solution, allowing guests to communicate instantly with the airline via the popular messaging app. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/etihad-passengers-link-airline-whatsapp/

SAP-backed initiative trains over 16,000 EMEA youth to code

SAP’s coding initiative has reportedly trained more than 16,000 youth across the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/education/sap-backed-initiative-trains-over-16000-emea-youth-to-code/

Oracle's Blockchain cloud service goes live

The new service was first previewed at OpenWorld in October last year, and is based on the Linux Foundation’s open source Hyperledger Fabric platform – a collaboration tool for building Blockchain distributed ledger business networks, such as smart contract technology. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/oracles-blockchain-cloud-service-goes-live/

Jaguar EV users can now track journey data with this new app

Jaguar has launched an intelligent app to help drivers experience life with its all-electric I-PACE before even getting behind the wheel. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/jaguar-ev-users-track-data-go-ipace-app/

Russia hit with 25m cyber-attacks during World Cup: Putin

https://www.tahawultech.com/news/russia-world-cup-cyber-attacks/

Meet the judges: TahawulTech.com Future Security Awards

TahawulTech.com is putting the spotlight on organisations and projects that have invested in innovative security initiatives that brought unprecedented value to their businesses. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/meet-the-judges-tahawultech-com-future-security-awards/

Alabbar mulls online grocery business for Dubai-based Noon

https://www.tahawultech.com/video/alabbar-mulls-online-grocery-business-for-dubai-based-noon/

Oman thwarted over 800M cyber-attacks: ITA

Oman has reportedly warded off over 880 million cyber-attacks on government networks in 2017, three times more than 2016 when the country recorded 279 million such attacks. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/oman/oman-thwarted-over-800m-cyber-attacks-ita/

Power of 4 Forum: HTC Vive's regional head to discuss the Middle East's VR boom

With the ability to affect healthcare, construction and retail, virtual reality will save lives in the future, as well as delivering unrivalled user experiences across the world. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/htc-vive-head-power-of-4/

UAE leaders, China's President Xi discuss increased tech ties

President Xi Jinping of China is visiting the UAE heading a large delegation to further advance ties across trade, culture and technological cooperation between the two countries. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uae-china-president-xi-discuss-tech-ties/

Losing luggages no longer a worry for Emirates passengers

Emirates will now be able to diligently track bags that flow through its Dubai hub for departing, arriving and connecting customers. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/losing-luggages-no-longer-a-worry-for-emirates-passengers/

Amazon.com's Bezos becomes the richest man in modern history

The Amazon founder Jeff Bezos’ net worth broke $150 billion on Monday morning, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, making him the “richest man in modern history.” https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/amazon-coms-bezos-becomes-the-richest-man-in-modern-history/

Dubai's Noon to take on Amazon, mulls online grocery business

UAE-based online shopping platform Noon aims to enter the online groceries business in the next six months, said the company’s founder Mohamed Alabbar said in a recent interview with CNN. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/dubais-noon-to-take-on-amazon-mulls-online-grocery-business/

Russia blocked 25M cyber-attacks during the World Cup: Putin

Russia became the target of nearly 25 million cyber-attacks during the FIFA World Cup tournament, according to President Vladimir Putin. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/russia-blocked-25m-cyber-attacks-world-cup-putin/

Digital-focused CEO to take the reins at Emaar Malls

Patrick Bousquet-Chavanne, who left Marks & Spencer in May following a business restructure, has been appointed chief executive at Dubai-based Emaar Malls. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/retail/digital-focused-ceo-to-take-the-reins-at-emaar-malls/

UAE to lead the world in VAT innovation, says software experts

The introduction of Value Added Tax (VAT) this year, UAE is all set to incorporate innovation across VAT legislations to be able to lead as a global VAT player. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uae-lead-vat-innovation-tally-solutions/

Norway to flaunt maritime innovations at Expo 2020 Dubai

Norway will promote its innovations, technologies and further development of the country’s ocean industries to a global audience of millions, after confirming its participation at Expo 2020 Dubai. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/norway-to-flaunt-maritime-innovations-at-expo-2020-dubai/

Vuclip names new general manager for Middle East

Abe Shady Aboul Naga has joined the regional leadership team at Vuclip, a PCCW Media company. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/vuclip-names-new-general-manager-for-middle-east/

Dubai Chamber turns to tech to foster a "healthy workplace"

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has revealed the latest initiative designed to ensure the well-being of its team members. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/healthcare/dubai-chamber-turns-to-tech-to-foster-a-healthy-workplace/

Saudi Arabia's Sipchem promotes education and technical innovation

Sipchem has launched its innovation club ‘Sipchem Tech’ in Saudi Arabia with the aim of building the capabilities of the youth in various fields, including artificial intelligence (AI), programming, 3D printing and robotics. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/saudi-arabia/saudi-arabia-sipchem-technology-innovation-centre/

Fast track growth: Visa mentors Dubai tech startups

Visa and Startupbootcamp have hosted “FastTrack”, a mentoring session for startups participating in the Dubai Smart City Accelerator, which is hosted in Dubai Technology Entrepreneur Centre (dtec). https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/fast-track-growth-visa-mentors-dubai-tech-startups/

Saudi Arabia to host first ever Hajj hackathon next month

The event promises to attract leading programmers from around the world to innovatively leverage technology to enrich and enhance the Hajj experience for pilgrims. https://www.tahawultech.com/video/saudi-arabia-to-host-first-ever-hajj-hackathon-next-month/

Facial recognition could pose "human rights risks": Microsoft president

Microsoft called for government regulation of facial recognition technology and for laws governing its acceptable uses. Brad Smith, Microsoft In a blog post, Microsoft President Brad Smith said, “all tools can be used for good or ill.” He highlighted that as facial recognition technology rapidly ... https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/facial-recognition-could-pose-human-rights-risks-microsoft-president/

New mobile-based payment app launches in Saudi Arabia

Visa has partnered with mada to bring mada Pay, the first mobile payment solution that supports contactless (NFC) transactions in Saudi Arabia. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/saudi-arabia/new-mobile-based-payment-app-launches-in-saudi-arabia/

Abu Dhabi to launch student-made satellite this year

Khalifa University of Science and Technology and Yahsat have jointly announced that the Yahsat Space Lab has successfully completed the Assembly, Integration and Verification (AIV) of the engineering model of MYSAT-1. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/abu-dhabi-to-launch-student-made-satellite-this-year/

Smart Dubai explores prospects of an integrated tech infrastructure

Smart Dubai has organised a brainstorming session at its headquarters in Dubai Design District, d3, as part of its Smart Cities Hackathon. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/smart-dubai-explores-prospects-of-an-integrated-tech-infrastructure/

F5 Networks names new security chief

F5 Networks has announced that Mary Gardner has joined the company’s leadership team as its chief information security officer (CISO). https://www.tahawultech.com/vendor/f5-networks-names-new-security-chief/

Are mobile apps spying on UAE residents?

The monitoring capabilities of mobile apps are becoming a concern for users, with 58 percent of UAE residents saying they are uncomfortable with sharing their location information with websites and apps. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/are-mobile-apps-spying-on-uae-residents/

GCC trio in talks to drive regional fintech industry

Saudi Arabia is reportedly in talks with UAE and Bahrain to establish a coordinated approach to the regulation and nurturing of fintech startups in the region. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/financial-services/saudi-arabia-uae-bahrain-drive-regional-fintech/

"One Million Arab Coders" allows 50 graduates to establish companies in Dubai

The agreement between Dubai Future Foundation and DAFZA aims to provide a joint workspace for the 50 graduates to establish their own companies through the DAFZA Innovation Program. https://www.tahawultech.com/video/one-million-arab-coders-allows-50-graduates-to-establish-companies-in-dubai/

Dubai RTA reviews future plans for hi-tech transit systems

Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority, RTA, in Dubai, has received Dr. Volkmar Denner, Chairman of the BOM Robert Bosch GmbH, Germany. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/transport-logistics/dubai-rta-reviews-future-plans-for-hi-tech-transit-systems/

UAE eyes more satellite launches in the coming year: space agency official

The UAE Space Agency highlighted its successes since 2014, during the fourth anniversary celebrations at Abu Dhabi’s Dusit Thani Hotel on 12 July 2018. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uae-eyes-more-satellite-launches-in-the-coming-year-space-agency-official/

Digital docs: GCC healthcare’s embrace of AI physicians

Necip Ozyucel, Cloud & Enterprise Group Lead, Microsoft Gulf discusses the stark indicators that suggest we are not averse to letting the digital realm play a central role in the maintenance of our health. https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/digital-docs-gcc-healthcares-embrace-of-ai-physicians/

First-ever "cop-less" police station to launch in Dubai

Dubai Silicon Oasis will soon be the home for the UAE’s first-ever smart police station providing services completely free from any human intervention. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/first-ever-cop-less-police-station-to-launch-in-dubai/

Saudi Arabia to host biggest-ever hackathon next month

The event is a 36-hour long event, which will commence on 1st August onclude on 3rd August will be the largest ever hackathon held to date in the Kingdom. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/saudi-arabia/saudi-arabia-to-host-biggest-ever-hackathon-next-month/

''One Million Arab Coders" to support 50 graduates establish companies

Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) to support the graduates of the One Million Arab Coders initiative. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/one-million-arab-coders-50-graduates-dubai/

VAT refund system for tourists on track: UAE tax authority

The Cabinet Decision to implement a system that returns Value Added Tax (VAT) to tourists will cement the UAE’s status as a premier global tourist destination, asserted the Federal Tax Authority (FTA). https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/vat-refund-system-for-tourists-on-track-uae-tax-authority/

Interpol gathering examines AI-related prospects and risks

The first global meeting to assess the prospects and risks related to artificial intelligence (AI) and the use of robotics for law enforcement was organised by the Innovation Centre of the International Criminal Police Organisation (Interpol) and the United Nations Interregional Crime and... https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/interpol-gathering-examines-ai-related-prospects-and-risks/

UAE Minister of the Future to be on UN's digital cooperation panel

Mohammed bin Abdullah Al Gergawi, UAE Minister of Cabinet Affairs and the Future, has been selected by United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres as one of 20 independent experts to advise him on his High-Level Panel on Digital Cooperation, launched at the UN Headquarters in New York on... https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uae-minister-of-the-future-to-be-on-uns-digital-cooperation-panel/

UAE Space Agency marks fourth anniversary

The UAE Space Agency has highlighted its successes since 2014 in achieving its mission to regulate and lead the national space sector during its fourth anniversary celebrations in Abu Dhabi, according to a report in WAM. The report said that the celebration was attended by Dr. Ahmad bin Abdullah... https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uae-space-agency-marks-fourth-anniversary/

Space ride on Jeff Bezos’ rocket might cost over $200,000

Jeff Bezos, founder of Blue Origin, inspects New Shepard’s West Texas launch facility before the rocket’s maiden voyage. Amazon’s Jeff Bezos is thinking of charging passengers on his rocket company Blue Origin about $200,000 to $300,000 for its first trips into space next year, according to a rep... https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/space-ride-on-jeff-bezos-rocket-might-cost-over-200000/

Discover the power of tech with SEWA's chairman Dr Rashid Alleem

TahawulTech.com will welcome Sharjah Electricity and Water Authority’s chairman, Dr Rashid Alleem, to the stage for the upcoming Power of 4 Fourth Industrial Revolution Forum later this year.  https://www.tahawultech.com/news/sewa-power-of-4/

Digital disruption: Innovation for the customer’s sake

Jean-Pascal Tricoire, CEO, Schneider Electric By 2019, all digitally transformed organisations will generate at least 45% of their revenue from new business models. And as Accenture’s CEO Pierre Nanterme says, “Digital disruption has only just begun.” It’s on every CEO’s mind. In the world of inn... https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/digital-disruption-innovation-customer/

Dubai free zones team up for tech sustainability drive

Dubai Internet City (DIC) and Dubai Science Park (DSP) teamed up to bring back the e-waste collection drive to their communities in collaboration with Uber and Averda. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/dubai-free-zones-team-up-for-tech-sustainability-drive/

noon cashes in on China’s booming e-commerce market

e-commerce platform Noon has announced two new entities in China, heralding the launch of its Asian operations. https://www.tahawultech.com/video/noon-china-entities-alabbar/

Something Phishy: how to identify and avoid phishing scams

Phishing is one of the most common attack vectors for hackers who exploit end-user behaviour as the weakest link in an organisations cyber-defense. https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/something-phishy-identify-avoid-phishing-scams/

Evolve 2018: TahawulTech.com reveals expert speaker line-up

TahawulTech.com is delighted to announce the first batch of confirmed speakers for the second edition of the Evolve Digital Transformation Forum.  The Forum, which promises to shed light on strategies needed for regional businesses to map out their transformation journey and how to embrace ... https://www.tahawultech.com/news/tahawultech-reveals-expert-speakers-evolve-forum/

Middle East's noon cashes in on China's booming e-commerce market

noon, the Middle East’s homegrown digital marketplace, has announced the launch of two entities in China, one on the mainland and the other in Hong Kong, kick starting noon’s Asia operations. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/middle-east/middle-easts-noon-cashes-in-on-chinas-booming-e-commerce-market/

Saudi Arabia issues first-ever fintech licences in the Kingdom

The move, according to the report, is part of a drive to develop a fintech sector in the Arab world’s biggest economy under reforms designed to reduce reliance on oil. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/saudi-arabia/saudi-arabia-issues-first-ever-fintech-licences-in-the-kingdom/

Accelerating creative minds: FinTech Hive receives huge response this year

FinTech Hive has received an overwhelming response of over 300 applications that were created from all around the world – triple the number of applications received in 2017. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/financial-services/accelerating-creative-minds-fintech-hive-receives-huge-response-this-year/

Microsoft launches smaller, "more affordable" Surface Go

Microsoft has announced the launch of Surface Go, which the company dubbed as the most portable and affordable Surface product yet in the family of devices. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/microsoft-launches-smaller-more-affordable-surface-go/

The race continues: nine qualify for UAE astronaut programme final assessment

The Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre, MBRSC, has announced that nine candidates have qualified for the final evaluation phase of the UAE Astronaut Programme. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/race-continues-final-nine-uae-astronaut-programme/

Sharjah issues resolution to regulate e-commerce

The Sharjah Executive Council has issued a mandate that only allows SEC licenced organisations to engage in e-commerce activities in the emirate. https://www.tahawultech.com/video/sharjah-resolution-regulate-e-commerce/

BeyondTrust expands technology alliance ecosystem

BeyondTrust has announced its partnership with Thales to integrate the BeyondTrust Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions with Thales nShield hardware security modules (HSMs).  https://www.tahawultech.com/vendor/beyondtrust-expands-technology-alliance-ecosystem/

IBM and Elm to implement Riyadh Municipality’s Blockchain roadmap

Elm has announced today that IBM has been selected as the strategic partner for the integration of the blockchain technology with Riyadh Municipality.   IBM and Elm will develop an implementation strategy to facilitate government services and transactions to better serve customers digitally, a... https://www.tahawultech.com/region/saudi-arabia/ibm-and-elm-to-implement-riyadh-municipalitys-blockchain-roadmap/

UAE ranked most innovative country in the Arab world

https://www.tahawultech.com/video/uae-ranked-most-innovative-country-in-the-arab-world/

Mimecast expands cyber awareness capabilities with new acquisition

Mimecast has announced it has acquired Ataata, a cybersecurity training and awareness platform designed to reduce human error in the workplace and help enable organisaions to become more secure by changing the security culture of their employees.   https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/mimecast-acquires-ataata/

Sharjah issues resolution to regulate e-commerce activities

The Sharjah Executive Council has recently issued a mandate that only allows SEC licenced organisations to engage in e-commerce activities in the emirate. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/sharjah-issues-resolution-to-regulate-e-commerce-activities/

UAE ranked most innovative country in Arab world

The UAE has retained its good standing at this year’s edition of the Global Innovation Index (GII) ranking number one in the Arab World. Dubai Museum of the Future The country ranked 38th globally and 24th in the innovation input pillar. The positive positioning across these indices reflects the ... https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uae-ranked-most-innovative-country-in-arab-world/

Dubai Silicon Oasis is raising the bar for tech excellence, says UAE minister

UAE AI Minister Omar Sultan Al Olama commended government entities and private corporations on their harmonised efforts in contributing to the status of the country as a pioneer in the field of innovative artificial intelligence technologies. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/dubai-silicon-oasis-raising-bar-tech-excellence-uae-minister/

Softbank raises stake in Yahoo Japan

SoftBank Group is increasing its stake in Yahoo Japan through a $2 billion, three-way deal with US firm Altaba. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/softbank-buys-bigger-stake-yahoo-japan/

"Scientific future shaped by ICT": Dubai Science Park executive director

Marwan Abdulaziz Janahi, Dubai Science Park’s executive director The executive director of Dubai Science Park has said that the future of the Middle East’s scientific industry will be significantly affected by swift technological advancements. Marwan Abdulaziz Janahi, who has been c... https://www.tahawultech.com/news/dubai-science-park-ict/

Rise of connected cars pushes OEMs to tie up with software partners

Cross-industry collaborations are resulting in innovative, customer-centric business models, finds Frost & Sullivan https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/connected-cars-oem-software-partners/

Etisalat launches region's first commercial 5G network at Expo 2020 site

https://www.tahawultech.com/featured-video/etisalat-launches-regions-first-commercial-5g-network-at-expo-2020-site/

Cybercriminals gain $10M in profit from crypto schemes

The development of cryptocurrency is not only attracting investors, but also cybercriminals seeking to boost their profits, according to the latest insights from cybersecurity firm Kaspersky Lab. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/cybercriminals-gain-10m-in-profit-from-crypto-schemes/

Five security roles to plan for in the digital era

CISOs must evolve the talent strategy to reflect the changing roles, competencies and skill sets to address digital risk. https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/five-security-roles-to-plan-for-in-the-digital-era/

Middle East job seekers can now make applications more "personal"

Bayt.com has just introduced video cover letters to 33 million job seekers. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/middle-east/bayt-com-cover-video-feature/

Etisalat launches first commercial 5G network at Dubai's Expo 2020 site

The Expo 2020 site in Dubai has become the first large scale commercial site in the MEASA region to have access to a 5G network, UAE-telco Etisalat revealed today. Mohammed Alhashmi, Senior Vice President, Innovation and Future Technology at Expo 2020 Dubai According to the telco, the 5G network... https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/etisalat-launches-first-commercial-5g-network-at-dubais-expo-2020-site/

Middle East firms collect more data than they can handle: study

Gemalto has released the results of a global study which reveals that more than half of the companies surveyed in the Middle East (56 percent) are unable to analyse all the data they collect and 32 percent do not know where their sensitive data is stored. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/middle-east-firms-collect-more-data-than-they-can-handle-study/

Evolving digital experiences driving telcos to become ICT service providers

du, in collaboration with Cisco, has unveiled a white paper outlining its transformational journey towards becoming an ‘ICT service provider’ by 2021. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/evolving-digital-experiences-driving-telcos-to-become-ict-service-providers/

Simulated cyber-attacks prepare regional firms for the real deal

Help AG has announced it will leverage this platform to deliver its new ‘Red Team/Blue Team Simulation’ service, which provides a custom-built cyber-attack and defence simulation environment to train its ethical hacking and security analytics teams. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/help-ag-simulation-cyber-security/

Dubai's ArabianChain to create smart contracts for sukuk products

Dubai-based blockchain startup ArabianChain Technology has signed a joint venture with Dubai-and-London-based innovation firm Curiositas to create Wethaq. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/financial-services/dubai-arabianchain-smart-contracts-sukuk/

AI adoption could increase UAE's GDP by $96 billion: study

Rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) solutions will increase the UAE’s GDP by $96 billion by 2030, enabling organisations to better meet and predict customer and citizen trends and drive digital business innovation. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/ai-adoption-could-increase-uaes-gdp-by-96-billion-study/

Batelco renews partnership with The Entertainer

Batelco, the Kingdom’s leading Digital Solutions provider has renewed its partnership agreement with the Entertainer to deliver fantastic benefits for the telco’s customers. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/bahrain/batelco-renews-partnership-the-entertainer/

Dubai 10X: Live sports viewing coming to VR devices soon

Dubai Sports Council (DSC) has introduced a new project aimed at developing the sports sector under the umbrella of the Dubai 10X initiative. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/dubai-10x-live-sports-viewing-vr/

Emirates Transport enlists Oracle to drive digital transformation

Emirates Transport has implemented Oracle Cloud Applications to drive a major digital transformation across all its core business operations. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/transport-logistics/emirates-transport-enlists-oracle-to-drive-digital-transformation/

UAE to boost healthcare training with unified smart platform

The Ministry of Health and Prevention has officially launched the “Maharati” system, a healthcare learning and management system, at the Training and Development Centre in Sharjah. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uae-to-boost-healthcare-training-with-unified-smart-platform/

Microsoft hones next-generation of AI talents in the UAE

Microsoft has commenced its training sessions at the region’s first AI Summer camp, a unique initiative that aims at developing mechanisms to apply the UAE Strategy for Artificial Intelligence. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/microsoft-hones-next-generation-of-ai-talents-in-the-uae/

Huawei to develop the new generation of ICT talent in Bahrain

Huawei has launched the second edition of Huawei Middle East ICT Competition in Bahrain to enhance the ICT skills of the upcoming generation. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/bahrain/huawei-to-develop-the-new-generation-of-ict-talent-in-bahrain/

Dubai's "Smart Hall" platform hosts over 40 government services

The Dubai Municipality’s Al Kifaf Centre has extended its services to the public 24 hours a day by opening a Smart Hall. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/government/dubai-smart-hall-40-government-services/

Elon Musk joins effort to save boys trapped in Thai cave

Tech billionaire Elon Musk has shared photos and videos of a metallic pod that his company SpaceX is creating, in a bid to rescue the group of boys trapped in a Thai cave. https://www.tahawultech.com/featured-video/elon-musk-joins-effort-to-save-boys-trapped-in-thai-cave/

Saudi Arabia introduces robotic technology to treat spinal injuries

The Medical Hybrid Assistive Limb (HAL), a robot treatment device for spinal injuries, has been approved for use in Saudi Arabia. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/saudi-arabia/saudi-arabia-robotic-technology-treat-spinal-injuries/

VR tech to help with recovery of stoke patients in UAE

The UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) has announced its plans to introduce Virtual Reality (VR) rehabilitation in physiotherapy for stroke patients and other patients suffering from balance disorder. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/vr-tech-to-help-with-recovery-of-stoke-patients-in-uae/

Greener pastures: more vertical farms coming to Dubai

The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, MoCCAE, and Shalimar Biotech Industries, have signed an agreement to establish vertical farms on the ministry’s land in Dubai. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/moccae-shalimar-vertical-farms-dubai/

Pure Storage automates container storage provisioning

Pure Storage has announced the availability of Pure Service Orchestrator, which delivers container storage-as-a-service to empower IT and developers as they deploy container-based, microservices applications. https://www.tahawultech.com/vendor/pure-storage-automates-container-storage-provisioning/

Careem to enter food business with $150m fund raising round

Ride-hailing app Careem is reportedly in talks to raise $150 million from existing investors to launch its food delivery business as early as September. https://www.tahawultech.com/video/careem-food-150m-funding-round/

Blackberry KEY2 smartphone arrives in the Middle East

The all-new BlackBerry KEY2 is now available across a choice of leading retailers in the UAE and will be available in Saudi Arabia later this month. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/retail/blackberry-key2-smartphone-arrives-in-the-middle-east/

Elon Musk is creating a "kid-size submarine" to free boys from Thai cave

Tech billionaire Elon Musk has shared photos and videos of a metallic pod that his company SpaceX is creating, in a bid to rescue the group of boys trapped in a Thai cave. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/elon-musk-spacex-thai-cave/

Organisations struggle with too many vendors and security skills gap: study

The study titled, The Challenge of Building the Right Security Automation Architecture, highlighted that the growing threat landscape and security skills gap facing cybersecurity teams demand that organisations implement automation for a stronger security posture. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/juniper-networks-ponemon-cybersecurity-automation-challenges/

Abu Dhabi to enrich customer experiences under TAMM initiative

Abu Dhabi Smart Solutions and Services Authority (ADSSSA) successfully organised a special workshop aimed at unifying the Emirati’s government customer service centres through its TAMM initiative. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/abu-dhabi-to-enrich-customer-experiences-under-tamm-initiative/

Global hotel chain turns to AI to redefine guest experiences

InterContinental Hotels and Resorts has introduced a next generation of intelligent technology to redefine customer hotel experience in China. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/international-hotel-chain-ai-hotel-rooms/

Raqmiyat achieves CMMI maturity Level 3 recertification

Raqmiyat, a regional systems integrator and a provider of IT solutions and services, has recently announced that it has been reappraised at level 3 of the CMMI Institute’s Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI). https://www.tahawultech.com/channel/raqmiyat-achieves-cmmi-maturity-level-3-recertification/

Dubai-based Careem to enter food business with $150M fund raising round

Middle East ride-hailing app Careem is reportedly in talks to raise as much as $150 million from existing investors to launch its food delivery business as early as September. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/retail/dubai-based-careem-to-enter-food-business-with-150m-fund-raising-round/

ADGM to bolster security compliance in the capital

ADGM has signed a strategic collaboration agreement with the Abu Dhabi Monitoring and Control Centre (MCC), to facilitate the exchange of information and cooperation in monitoring & control compliance within ADGM’s Free Zone. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/adgm-to-bolster-security-compliance-in-the-capital/

DEWA to integrate GE’s IoT platform into Dubai power plants

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has adopted General Electric’s industry-wide Internet of Things platform, Predix. https://www.tahawultech.com/video/dewa-to-integrate-ges-iot-platform-into-dubai-power-plants-2/

Facebook’s Zuckerberg becomes world’s third richest person

https://www.tahawultech.com/video/zuckerberg-third-richest-person/

iPhone alert: Apple fans can expect colourful changes

With just a couple months to go until the new iPhones are unveiled, Ming-Chi Kuo is providing some new details on the upcoming models. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/iphone-alert-apple-fans-can-expect-colourful-changes/

5G plays a vital role in the autonomous future: study

With this new level of network capability, communications service providers (CSPs) can secure future market opportunities with manufacturers of autonomous vehicles (AVs) in the fields of driver safety and data processing and management. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/5g-plays-a-vital-role-in-the-autonomous-future-study/

UAE urges students to become cyber ambassadors in new initiative

The “Cybersecurity” ambassador initiative was launched to build a secure e-culture as it is considered a competitive initiative to empower Emirati students as cybersecurity ambassadors. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uae-urges-students-to-become-cyber-ambassadors-in-new-initiative/

Formula 1 launches innovation competition to bring fans closer to the race

Tata Communications’ F1 Innovation Prize is set to transform how fans watch, experience and engage with the sport by challenging them to present breakthrough ideas which will see one overall winner rewarded with $50,000. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/formula-1-launches-innovation-competition-to-bring-fans-closer-to-the-race/

Move over Warren Buffett: Facebook's Zuckerberg now world's third richest person

Facebook co-founder Mark Zuckerberg has overtaken Warren Buffett as the world’s third-richest person, further solidifying technology as the most robust creator of wealth, Bloomberg reported. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/move-over-warren-buffett-facebooks-zuckerberg-now-worlds-third-richest-person/

SANS ramps up local cybersecurity skill development in Saudi Arabia

SANS has announced its return to KSA with ‘SANS Riyadh July 2018‘. Ned Baltagi, SANS Institute The event follows the success of SANS’ training events in Riyadh and Khobar last year. The six-day training event will take place from the 28th of July to the 2nd of August and will feature ... https://www.tahawultech.com/region/saudi-arabia/sans-ramps-up-local-cybersecurity-skill-development-in-saudi-arabia/

Five Wi-Fi mistakes in the connected classroom

The future classroom is well-connected with professors utilising Wi-Fi to their advantage to create an interactive learning experience. As we prepare for this shift, we look at some mistakes that must be avoided.  https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/five-wi-fi-mistakes-in-the-connected-classroom/

UAE expands coding programme to "future-proof" young Emirati generation

Sandooq Al Watan has announced the start of the second phase of the Emirati Coder programme, which was developed in conjunction with Abu Dhabi-based education consultancy Ajyal Talent Management, a DarkMatter company. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uae-expands-coding-programme-to-future-proof-young-emirati-generation/

New space programme to prepare youth for UAE's future

A new Space Science Track will be introduced at the UAE University’s Physics Department in September, with the beginning of the new academic year 2018-2019. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/new-space-programme-to-prepare-youth-for-uaes-future/

Emirati students to get a glimpse of the aerospace industry

Airbus and the Al Bayt Mitwahid Association have handpicked 18 Emirati students to travel to Hamburg, Germany as part of the Future Scientists 2018 initiative. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/education/emirati-students-glimpse-aerospace-industry/

Smart Dubai moves to engage private sector in data economy

The workshop, titled “Public-Private Engagement Towards a Data Economy”, sought to encourage the private sector in Dubai to participate in the data economy, in a manner that ensures mutual benefit and improves services and smart-city experiences. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/smart-dubai-private-economy/

Equinix, Omantel to establish data centre near Oman capital

This joint venture will establish the “first world-class, carrier-neutral hub in Oman” where carriers, content providers and cloud providers colocate critical IT infrastructure, according to the two firms. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/oman/equinix-omantel-to-establish-data-centre-near-oman-capital/

WATCH: Behind the scenes from Salman Khan's latest Abu Dhabi film

Exclusive footage from behind the scenes of the ‘Race 3’ shoot in Abu Dhabi has been released on the twofour54 YouTube channel.  https://www.tahawultech.com/news/watch-behind-the-scenes-from-salman-khans-latest-abu-dhabi-film/

DEWA to integrate GE's IoT platform into Dubai power plants

The platform enables the connection of machines, data, and people to support DEWA’s digital capabilities and enable it to collect and analyse data in real time, to enhance the speed and efficiency of its operations. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/dewa-to-integrate-ges-iot-platform-into-dubai-power-plants/

UAE national service recruits complete 4IR training

The second batch of 20 national service recruits have completed their training programme on e-skills in the UAE, in a bid to enhance their skills in various areas of technology and electronics. Major General Pilot Sheikh Ahmed bin Tahnoun bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the National Service... https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uae-national-service-recruits-complete-4ir-training/

This new online platform can set up UAE businesses in just 15 minutes

The General Authority for Regulating the Telecommunications Sector (TRA) has announced the launch of the first phase of the “Bashr” initiative.  The initiative will enable all local and federal government departments and entities involved in licensing economic activities in the UAE ... https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uae-business-tra-bashr/

Hikvision powers surveillance tech with AI

Hikvision, a global firm focused on developing innovative video surveillance products and solutions, has officially launched the Global AI Tour covering multiple continents around the world. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/hikvision-powers-surveillance-tech-with-ai/

Dubai to host innovation challenge to “push boundaries in science and tech”

https://www.tahawultech.com/video/dubai-to-host-innovation-challenge-to-push-boundaries-in-science-and-tech/

Saudi female drivers receive positive feedback from GCC Twitter users

SEMrush analysed the sentiment of more than 20,000 tweets in KSA and the UAE during the week Saudi women were officially permitted to start driving on the Kingdom’s roads. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/saudi-arabia/saudi-female-drivers-receive-positive-feedback-from-gcc-twitter-users/

PRO TECHnology brings Humanscale products to Dubai

Humanscale, a global designer and manufacturer of ergonomic products has signed an exclusive partnership agreement with Dubai’s leading supplier, PRO TECHnology https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/retail/pro-technology-brings-humanscale-products-to-dubai/

"When we look at Dubai, we see an innovative government": Arab League honours Sheikh Mohammed

“When we look at Dubai, we see an innovative government that inspires people to take the initiative, and constantly work towards creating a bright future,” said Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul-Gheit. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/when-we-look-at-dubai-we-see-an-innovative-government-arab-league-honours-sheikh-mohammed/

Dubai calls for ideas that "push the boundaries in science and tech"

Dubai is among the 50 international destinations selected to play host to the 2018 edition of ‘Falling Walls Lab’, a global innovation challenge that aims to identify ground-breaking ideas and nurture high potential talent. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/dubai-cud-global-innovation-challence/

First IoT hardware accelerator launches in Bahrain

Batelco, a leading digital solutions provider in Bahrain, has launched Brinc Batelco IoT Hub, the first Internet of Things (IoT) hardware accelerator in the Middle East region. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/bahrain/first-iot-hardware-accelerator-launches-in-bahrain/

The race to space: UAE astronaut programme enters final stage

 The Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre has announced that 18 candidates are currently undergoing the final stage of the interviews leading up to choosing the first Emirati astronaut corps of the UAE Astronaut Programme. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/race-space-uae-astronaut-programme-enters-final-stage/

UAE unifies revenue platform for federal entities

The Ministry of Finance (MoF) launched a smart unified platform service (a unified e-service system) that links all e-revenue collection systems of the federal government. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/government/uae-unifies-revenue-platform-for-federal-entities/

Uber in talks to merge with Middle East rival Careem

Uber is reportedly in “preliminary talks” with local competitor Careem to strike a deal that would see the two companies merge. https://www.tahawultech.com/video/uber-in-talks-to-merge-with-middle-east-rival-careem/

What the Uber-Careem deal says about the Middle East startup culture

The MAGNiTT Exit report in 2017 revealed that there was a total of 60 startup exits – the point an investor (usually a venture capitalist) sells their stake in a firm to realise their gains – across the MENA in the years of 2012 to 2017. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/transport-logistics/uber-careem-middle-east-startup/

Power of 4 Forum: Support Legal CTO joins expert Blockchain panel

tahawultech.com will welcome Support Legal’s newly appointed chief technology officer to the stage for the upcoming Power of 4 Fourth Industrial Revolution Forum later this year. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/power-of-4-forum-support-legal-cto-joins-expert-blockchain-panel/

What Dubai residents think of an Uber-Careem merger

Earlier today, it emerged that Uber is in preliminary talks with rival Careem to combine their Middle Eastern ride-hailing services. The companies have discussed a number of potential deal structures, but are yet to finalised details of an agreement. We spoke to a selection of Dubai residents to ... https://www.tahawultech.com/news/dubai-residents-uber-careem-merger/

Emirates flyers can now preview seats in 3D via virtual reality tech

Emirates has introduced 3D seat models on emirates.com, becoming the first airline to introduce web virtual reality (VR) technology on its digital platform. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/emirates-flyers-can-now-preview-seats-in-3d-via-virtual-reality-tech/

New initiative to empower young entrepreneurs launches in UAE

The partnership aims to focus on supporting entrepreneurship, financial literacy and workplace readiness amongst the youth of the UAE and the wider Middle East https://www.tahawultech.com/enterprise/startup/oliver-wyman-injaz-uae-entrepreneurs/

Abu Dhabi incubator revamps programme for Emirati tech entrepreneurs

startAD, the innovation and entrepreneurship platform anchored at NYU Abu Dhabi, has partnered with Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development for the first time to present an updated version of Ibtikari (My Innovation). https://www.tahawultech.com/enterprise/startup/abu-dhabi-incubator-revamps-programme-for-emirati-tech-entrepreneurs/