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Experts call on halal industry to embrace tech innovations

The Global Islamic Economy Summit 2018 in Dubai concluded with a call for halal industries to embrace innovative technologies in order to ensure their sustainable growth. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/experts-call-on-halal-industry-to-embrace-tech-innovations/

Cyber-attackers can soon hack brains and manipulate memories, experts warn

In the future, cyber-attackers may be able to exploit memory implants to steal, spy on, alter or control human memories. And while the most radical threats are several decades away, the essential technology already exists in the form of deep brain stimulation devices. Scientists are learning how... https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/cyber-attackers-can-soon-hack-brains-and-manipulate-memories-experts-warn/

Bulwark expands security offerings with new deal

Bulwark Distribution has expanded its security specialised product portfolio by signing a distribution agreement with Ekran System, a provider of cybersecurity and insider threat monitoring solutions. https://www.tahawultech.com/channel/bulwark-expands-security-offerings-with-new-deal/

Oman's Ooredoo augments digital services with new platform

Ooredoo inaugurated their ‘App Factory,’ an integrated and collaborative platform to foster efficient design and development of new services in Ooredoo Oman App. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/oman/omans-ooredoo-augments-digital-services-with-new-platform/

UAE's Etisalat now offers eSIM for Apple devices

Etisalat has announced the launch of the long-awaited 12.1 iOS compatible eSIM for Apple devices making the operator the first globally to operate the technology. Etisalat first introduced the first generation eSIM technology in May this year for the Apple Watch. With today’s announcement of the ... https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/uaes-etisalat-now-offers-esim-for-apple-devices/

Blockchain to transform global Islamic finance industry: experts

The adoption of blockchain, artificial intelligence, cryptocurrencies and other advanced technologies are expected to have a positive impact on the global Islamic finance sector and create new benefits and opportunities for banks and consumers alike, according to experts at GIES 2018. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/blockchain-to-transform-global-islamic-finance-industry-experts/

Technology is our key driver: Freedom Pizza CEO

UAE based startup Freedom Pizza, says technology has been a key driver of its business and today gained more prominence than the product itself. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/technology-is-our-key-driver-freedom-pizza-ceo/

Cloud misconfigrations leave enterprises vulnerable to data loss: study

McAfee has released its Cloud Adoption and Risk Report, which analysed billions of events in anonymised customers production cloud use to assess the current state of cloud deployments and to uncover risks. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/cloud-misconfigrations-leave-enterprises-vulnerable-to-data-loss-study/

Dubai's Emirates passengers can soon clear immigration queues without passports

Emirates is gearing up to launch the world’s first “biometric path” which will offer its customers a smooth and truly seamless airport journey at the airline’s hub in Dubai International airport. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/dubais-emirates-biometric-path/

First government-backed blockchain platform in Middle East launches in Dubai

Smart Dubai and IBM has announced the launch of the Dubai Blockchain Platform, the first government-endorsed blockchain platform as-a-service in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/first-government-backed-blockchain-platform-in-middle-east-launches-in-dubai/

Spire Solutions strengthens operations with key appointment

Regional value-added distributor Spire Solutions has appointed Avinash Advani as its new CEO. https://www.tahawultech.com/channel/spire-solutions-ceo-avinash-advani/

Government, education sectors see highest data leak incidents: report

InfoWatch Group has released a report on confidential data leaks from organizations in the Middle East, covering the period from 1st July 2017 through 30th June 2018. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/government-education-sectors-see-highest-data-leak-incidents-report/

Emirates NBD continues digital transformation with new Hortonworks partnership

Emirates NBD has signed a new strategic partnership with Hortonworks, the industry leader in connected data platforms. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/financial-services/emirates-nbd-continues-digital-transformation-with-new-hortonworks-partnership/

How LinkedIn is using AI to connect the global workforce

LinkedIn’s chief data officer and vice president of engineering Igor Perisic tells CNME how he believes organisations can “do AI.” https://www.tahawultech.com/features/linkedin-ai-connect-global-workforce/

IBM acquires Red Hat for $34billion

Deal accelerates IBM’s high-value business model, making IBM the #1 hybrid cloud provider in an emerging $1 trillion growth market Ginni Rometty, Chairman, President, and CEO of IBM with James M. Whitehurst, CEO of Red Hat In what could well be one of the biggest tech mergers, IBM has... https://www.tahawultech.com/news/ibm-acquires-red-hat-for-34billion/

Dubai gears up for last mile of self-driving transport challenge

The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has unveiled the shortlisted finalists of the Dubai World Challenge for Self-Driving Transport and announced that the finalists in the four categories will be awarded $5 million in October 2019. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/dubai-gears-up-for-last-mile-of-self-driving-transport-challenge/

Tweet that led to $20 million SEC fine was "worth it", says Musk

Tesla Chief Executive Elon Musk said the tweet that cost him and the company $20 million in fines each by the US Securities and Exchange Commission was “worth it”. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/tweet-that-led-to-20-million-sec-fine-was-worth-it-says-musk/

UAE AI minister calls on the youth to know their role in shaping the future

UAE’s Minister of State for AI Omar bin Sultan Al Olama called on the youth to understand what their role will be in shaping the future. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/ai-occupies-a-big-place-in-our-daily-lives-uae-ai-minister/

Bahrain telco introduces Kingdom's first-ever smart customer service platform

Zain Bahrain has announced the launch of zBot, an all-new interactive digital channel for smart customer service, making it the first telecoms operator to launch this innovative solution in the Kingdom. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/bahrain/zain-bahrain-smart-customer-service-zbot/

Oman improves service response times with AI

Oman Data Park (ODP) has reportedly introduced artificial intelligence services bringing in “Robot as a Service” into the Omani market at Omantel ICT Summit 2018. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/oman/oman-data-park-robot-service/

Dubai residents can soon pay school fees, bills via blockchain payment platform

Dubai citizens and residents will soon be able to make digital payments for school fees, bills and retail purchases with a stable, digital currency after a partnership between blockchain payment providers and emcredit – Dubai’s Credit Bureau. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/financial-services/dubai-residents-can-soon-pay-school-fees-bills-via-blockchain-payment-platform/

UAE tech startup gets a nod from Silicon Valley

UAE-based startup Health at Hand has received recognition from Silicon Valley after winning a place on the coveted Blackbox Connect entrepreneurial immersion programme https://www.tahawultech.com/enterprise/startup/uae-tech-startup-gets-a-nod-from-silicon-valley/

First-ever Emirati-made satellite set to launch into space

The first-ever Emirati-designed and made satellite, KhalifaSat, will be launched into space on 29th October 2018. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/first-ever-emirati-made-satellite-set-to-launch-into-space/

UAE's Transguard Group fosters digital connections in the job market

Transguard Group has announced a partnership with SAP that is aimed at digitally transforming the country’s $1 billion job outsourcing market. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uae-transguard-group-fosters-digital-connections-job-market/

Dubai teams up with global tech firm to enhance fire prevention measures

The General Directorate of Civil Defense in Dubai (DCD) has teamed up with Avaya and ConnectIt on a new digital transformation project to enhance fire response times. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/dubai-teams-avaya-enhance-fire-prevention-measures/

Apple, Samsung slapped with fines for slowing down phones

Italy’s anti-trust watchdog has issued fines for Apple and Samsung Electronics worth $5.7 million each following complaints they used software updates to slow down their mobile phones, Reuters reported. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/apple-samsung-slapped-fines-slowing-down-phones/

HP enhances Spectre lineup

HP Inc. launched a bold lineup of new devices that aim to deliver the ultimate combination of premium design, leading security, and enhanced performance.  https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/hp-enhances-spectre-lineup/

The most powerful Android device is here

Huawei unveiled its Mate 20 and the pro variant. Sales to start from November 7. Those who want to flaunt a Porsche design version will have to wait for three months Chinese smartphone manufacturer Huawei yesterday unveiled its big brother smartphones, the Mate 20 and the Mate 20 pro along with... https://www.tahawultech.com/region/middle-east/the-most-powerful-android-device-is-here/

Security in the driving seat for IT innovation in UAE: experts

Security solutions firm RSA has announced its 2019 security predictions shedding light on the trends that will dominate the cybersecurity landscape in the region. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/rsa-security-driving-seat-innovation/

Dubai teams up with global tech firm to develop data science

Smart Dubai has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with IBM with the aim of setting up a Data Science Lab and collaborating on organising the Chief Data Officer (CDO) Summit in Dubai in 2019. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/dubai-teams-up-with-global-tech-firm-to-develop-data-science/

UAE's ADNEC unveils new chatbot feature

Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC) has launched an online chatbot platform ‘Jawab,’ which will be utilised by organisers and visitors on all event-related aspects, including the diverse range of services provided by ADNEC. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uaes-adnec-unveils-new-chatbot-feature/

Oracle looks to cement GCC presence

For more than two decades, Abdul Rahman Al Thehaiban has worked for Oracle, starting off as a sales director for the company’s Saudi operation and now a senior vice president covering the Middle East, Turkey and Africa. https://www.tahawultech.com/features/oracle-looks-to-cement-gcc-presence/

Smartphone for the blockchain era now available for pre-orders

HTC has launched the early access period for its first blockchain phone, the ‘Exodus 1’ and announced that pre-orders can be placed at www.htcexodus.com. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/htc-exodus1-blockchain-available-pre-orders/

Alibaba Cloud to drive smart cities with AI-powered programme

Alibaba Cloud, the cloud computing arm of Alibaba Group, demonstrated the capabilities of ET Brain, its proprietary artificial intelligence programme designed for different verticals and cities to tackle real-world challenges. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/alibaba-cloud-drive-smart-cities-ai-programme/

"Sharing is vital" in the digital economy: Ajman Government

“Sharing is vital,” according to Ohood Al Shuhail, director general, Ajman Digital Government, during a keynote session at the UN World Data Forum 2018. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/sharing-vital-digital-economy-ajman-government/

emaratech teams up with Dell EMC to accelerate smart transformation

In line with the ongoing transformation of Dubai into a smart city, emaratech, a regional  technology and consulting company, have announced their strategic partnership with Dell EMC. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/emaratech-teams-up-with-dell-emc-to-accelerate-smart-transformation/

BT speeds up access to Google Cloud

BT has announced the launch of a new service to provide organisations with simple, direct and fast access to Google Cloud Platform. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/bt-speeds-up-access-to-google-cloud/

OPPO F9 Starry Purple edition now available in UAE

OPPO has launched the Starry Purple edition of its F9 smartphone across different retail stores in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). OPPO’s F9’s new colour introduces a gradient star studded purple design while featuring the same innovative technology the series is known for. The mid-range sma... https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/retail/oppo-f9-starry-purple-edition-now-available-in-uae/

Abu Dhabi Ports ramps up blockchain adoption

Abu Dhabi Ports subsidiary, Maqta Gateway, has announced that it will carry out its first testing of international blockchain solution Silsal with a maritime operator in partnership with MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/abu-dhabi-ports-ramps-up-blockchain-adoption/

Dubai begins week of online-only transactions

Service centres operated by Dubai Government will close for a week from Sunday in a bid to promote boost smart transactions in the emirate. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/dubai-begins-week-of-online-only-transactions/

Free WiFi coming to Dubai taxis soon

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and du are set to embark on a joint project to fit all taxis in Dubai, about 10,800 cabs, with free Wi-Fi service. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/transport-logistics/free-wifi-coming-to-dubai-taxis-soon/

UAE Ministry of Defence goes digital

The Ministry of Defence has signed a contract with Injazat Data Systems to support the ministry’s e-system. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uae-ministry-of-defence-goes-digital/

How the "self-driving" network will drive future enterprise

Gamal Emara, UAE country manager, Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company The workplace of the future will be a far cry from what most of us are used to. More collaborative and flexible, the demand for IoT services, cloud, and smart building systems will only increase, and transform the... https://www.tahawultech.com/features/aruba-the-self-driving-network/

Finesse showcases AI, blockchain offerings

https://youtu.be/EpQqY9y9NVo https://www.tahawultech.com/news/finesse-showcases-ai-blockchain-offerings/

DVCOM demos latest voice and video solutions

IT Networking solutions firm DVCOM sees GITEX as an important platform to engage with its vendor and channel partners as well as showcase its innovations. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/dvcom-demos-latest-voice-and-video-solutions/

TransSys Solutions flaunts expertise around cloud, IoT and AI

TransSys is showcasing its latest customer case studies where the company have delivered transformational services from rapid adoption to implementation of a hybrid cloud and strategic initiatives. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/transsys-solutions-flaunts-expertise-around-cloud-iot-and-ai/

French startups to connect with GCC techies

Business France, the national agency supporting the international development of the French economy, is once again hosting the French Tech Pavilion at GITEX. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/french-startups-to-connect-with-gcc-techies/

InfoWatch debuts innovative offerings for Office 365 cloud

Russia-based InfoWatch Group is exhibiting its range of innovative products at GITEX Technology Week 2018. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/infowatch-debuts-innovative-offerings-for-office-365-cloud/

“Rethink Possible” with Riverbed at GITEX

Under the theme ‘Maximise Digital Performance: #RETHINKPOSSIBLE’, Riverbed is highlighting how its solutions can help organisations maximise digital performance. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/rethink-possible-with-riverbed-at-gitex/

WD goes “Beyond Surveillance”

The emerging demands for security and surveillance are pushing the evolution of storage solutions that are needed to support surveillance technologies. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/wd-goes-beyond-surveillance/

Zain promotes smart living and digital diversity

Kuwait telecommunications company Zain is marking its first-ever participation at GITEX Technology Week. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/zain-promotes-smart-living-and-digital-diversity/

Avaya touts how AI-enabled communication solutions can boost CX

Avaya is demonstrating several platforms that unify and Unified Communications (UC) and Contact Centre (CC) using an open-ecosystems approach during GITEX Technology Week. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/avaya-touts-how-ai-enabled-communication-solutions-can-boost-cx/

"AI gets 100 different answers from 100 execs": Akamai expert

Akamai Middle East’s senior engagement manager Elie Abouatme What do you believe the Middle East must do in order to take artificial intelligence from hype to reality?  The first thing the region needs to do is host more events and exhibitions to promote how you can translate buzzwords ... https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/ai-the-first-steps-akamai/

13 surprising uses for emotion AI

The concept of emotional artificial intelligence conjures up visions of humanoid robots in customer service roles, such as the lifelike ‘receptionist’ now welcoming guests at a Tokyo hotel. A number of companies have added emotion recognition to their personal assistant robots so they too can hav... https://www.tahawultech.com/news/13-surprising-uses-for-emotion-ai/

The architect: the UAE Central Bank's Reem Alsuwaidi

The UAE Central Bank’s senior manager of IT architecture Reem Ahmed Al Suwaidi Tell us about your background. What projects are you currently working on? I have a master’s degree in computer science from Abu Dhabi University, and I’m currently studying for my PhD. At the Central Bank, we a... https://www.tahawultech.com/features/uae-central-bank-reem-alsuwaidi/

“Youth and government will drive sustainability”: UAE minister

UAE minister for climate change and environment Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi While people of all ages share the goal of maintaining a sustainable and healthy planet, it is the youngest members of the global population who can have the longest influence and make the biggest contribution to... https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/youth-and-government-will-drive-sustainability-uae-minister/

Why Blockchain is a solution looking for a problem

In business, the latest silver bullet is constantly just around the corner. There’s always something new being hyped and dismissed soon after. The past few years has seen hype around the likes of cloud computing, the importance of millennials and social media. The cycle is always the same: i... https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/blockchain-a-solution-looking-for-problem/

Windows driving PC sales, Apple suffers

Windows is driving PC sales, even as Apple suffered a massive drop, according to latest result of PC shipments worldwide. Both Gartner and IDC have announced their preliminary results of 3Q 2018 PC shipments and Lenovo is back into business overtaking HP to regain the number one position... https://www.tahawultech.com/news/hardware/windows-driving-pc-sales-apple-suffers/

Volvo teams up with global chipmaker for AI-powered cars

Volvo and NVIDIA are joining forces for the development of an advanced, AI-capable core computer for the next generation of Volvo cars. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/transport-logistics/volvo-nvidia-ai-powered-cars/

Saudi Arabia reveals big tech names as part of NEOM global advisory board

Saudi Arabia has recently announced the appointment of a global advisory board for the planned $500 billion megacity NEOM. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/saudi-arabia/saudi-arabia-reveals-big-tech-names-as-part-of-neom-global-advisory-board/

Cryptocurrency threats climb in the first nine months of the year: report

Theft of cryptocurrencies through hacking of exchanges and trading platforms soared to $927 million in the first nine months of the year, Reuters reported. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/cryptocurrency-threats-climb-2018/

Now you can hire a 3D printing factory in Dubai

The 3D Farm, Jumbo Group’s new initiative, enables entrepreneurs to hire the facility on an hourly basis to print their complex designs Plan to design a new product or custom design a new bicycle, you now have a 3D factory in Dubai that will help you do so. Jumbo Group, that’s more known for the... https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/now-you-can-hire-a-3d-printing-factory-in-dubai/

Dubai boosts regional smart cities spend to $2.3 billion

The UAE’s government-led Smart City projects are driving regional Smart Cities spend to reach a record-high of $2.3 billion by 2021. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/dubai-smart-cities-usd-2-3-billion-gitex/

StarLink expands presence at GITEX

Regional VAD StarLink will showcase the latest innovations and technologies from 18 of its strategic vendors. https://www.tahawultech.com/channel/starlink-expands-presence-at-gitex/

BT, Riverbed team up increase visibility in cloud apps

BT has become the first network services provider to offer Riverbed’s SteelCentral Visibility solution ‘as a service’ to enterprises globally. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/bt-riverbed-team-up-increase-visibility-in-cloud-apps/

OMA Emirates sets up new HQ

OMA Group has announced that is has moved to their new office building premises, which is just behind King Faisal Mosque in Sharjah, UAE occupying an area of 60,000 sq ft.   https://www.tahawultech.com/channel/oma-emirates-sets-up-new-hq/

Sophos signs up Ingram Micro to deliver next-gen cybersecurity solutions

Sophos has announced it has signed Ingram Micro Inc as its newest distributor for the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Iraq and Yemen. https://www.tahawultech.com/channel/sophos-ingram-micro-next-gen-cybersecurity-solutions/

World’s first social platform for chatbots to debut in Dubai

Avaya has announced that it will demonstrate the first social platform for chatbots at GITEX Technology Week 2018, ushering in a leap forward in customer self-service. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/avaya-social-platform-chatbots-dubai-gitex/

Data and AI are vital to nation's future: UAE minister

Artificial intelligence technology will be a base for many vital activities of future societies, says Omar bin Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence.  https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/data-and-ai-are-vital-to-nations-future-uae-minister/

Lebanese software innovators gear up for GITEX Technology Week

The Lebanon SoftShore (LSS) has announced its participation at the upcoming GITEX Technology Week in Dubai. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/lebanon-softshore-gitex-technology-week/

Top tips for protecting your Smart TV

The final stretch of 2018 approaches. For parents of young children, this means that lunch boxes and homework are back. It is also the season, for many of us, when trees start to change color before the arrival of the cold season. It is also the time when entertainment companies try to entice... https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/top-tips-for-protecting-your-smart-tv/

Mimecast to spotlight the importance of the "human firewall"

Experts at will demonstrate how to reduce human error in the workplace with new security awareness training. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/mimecast-to-spotlight-the-importance-of-the-human-firewall/

Dark data accounts for almost half of data stored by UAE organisations: study

Veritas Technologies has unveiled the findings of its 2018 UAE Databerg Report, which underlines that ‘dark’ data accounts for the majority of data (48%) that is stored and processed by organisations in the UAE. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/dark-data-accounts-for-almost-half-of-data-stored-by-uae-organisations-study/

Microsoft's intelligent cloud offerings at GITEX

Microsoft will head to the 38th GITEX Technology Week this month, to exhibit under the theme of “tomorrow is here today” and introduce an array of technologies and innovations for organizations to achieve more in the region. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/microsofts-intelligent-cloud-offerings-at-gitex/

GITEX Tech Week to feature big AI presence

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is projected to have a $3.9 trillion business value by 2022 – and that boom will be reflected across GITEX. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/gitex-tech-week-feature-big-ai-presence/

‘Experience Future Urbanism’ at GITEX Technology Week

Dubai will be the epicentre of the creative digital world once again next week when GITEX Technology Week and GITEX Future Stars. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/experience-future-urbanism-gitex-technology-week/

Blockchain coming to your dining table. Carrefour joins IBM Food Trust to help you trace product origin

Carrefour customers in the UAE will soon be able to track the origin of the food they are buying thanks to IBM’s Food Trust Platform. The supermarket giant yesterday announced it has joined the blockchain-based cloud network platform that enables all stakeholders access to data from... https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/blockchain-coming-to-your-dining-table-carrefour-joins-ibm-food-trust-to-help-you-trace-product-origin/

Dubai Government Workshop to highlight the emirate's smart transformation

Dubai Government Workshop has revealed its participation at this year’s edition of GITEX Technology Week, which is set to take place from 14th to 18th October 2018 at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/dubai-government-workshop-smart-transformation-gitex/

du to promote telecom transformation

du has announced that it will showcase how its digital transformation strategies and initiatives to evolve conventional telecommunication services at the upcoming GITEX Technology Week. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/du-ushers-telecom-transformation-gitex/

IT managers fret over new Windows update. Here’s how you can roll it back

Microsoft has temporarily halted the roll out of its Windows 10 October update, following complaints that it has been deleting users’ personal files. Less than a week after the new update was deployed, Microsoft has issued a statement confirming the problem and advising users to either... https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/it-managers-fret-over-new-windows-update-heres-how-you-can-roll-it-back/

Alphabet shuts down Google+ social site

Alphabet Inc’s Google will shut down the consumer version of its social network Google+ following its announcement that the private profile data of at least 500,000 users may have been exposed to hundreds of external developers, Reuters reported. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/alphabet-shuts-down-google-social-site/

UAE's space dreams set to be a reality soon: Sheikh Hamdan

The first Emirati astronauts have started training at the Yuri Gagarin Cosmonaut Training Centre in Russia. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uaes-space-dreams-set-to-be-a-reality-soon-sheikh-hamdan/

Blockchain instrumental for Dubai's tourism strategy

The future of Dubai’s tourism sector will require greater integration between public and private sector authorities, the implementation of ambitious initiatives to strengthen the sector and the adoption of the latest technologies, such as blockchain. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/blockchain-instrumental-for-dubais-tourism-strategy/

Blockchain an emerging tech priority for airlines, airport

Blockchain is fast emerging as the priority technology for future exploration among airport and airline CIOs globally, according to new research released by SITA. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/transport-logistics/blockchain-emerging-tech-airlines-airport-sita/

New partnership to spur smart green city developments signed in Dubai

The World Green Economy Organization (WGEO) and the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) signed a partnership agreement in Dubai to fast-track green investments into bankable smart city projects. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/energy/new-partnership-to-spur-smart-green-city-developments-signed-in-dubai/

"Cisco is providing the foundation for digitisation": Middle East MD

At GITEX, Cisco is unveiling its latest suite of technologies to support the Middle East’s path to digital transformation under the theme of ‘Secure, Intelligent Platform for Digital Business,.’ https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/cisco-providing-foundation-for-digitisation/

New building to boost UAE's vision to become an AI hub

The Hamdan bin Mohammed Smart University has officially inaugurated its first-ever Smart Building. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/education/hbmsu-smart-building-uae-ai-hub/

UAE opens first foreign space agency

The French Embassy in the UAE has opened a representative office of the French space agency in Abu Dhabi (Centre National d’Etudes Spatiale, CNES) to be the first foreign space agency opening a representative office in the country. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uae-opens-first-foreign-space-agency/

Epicor enhances ERP offering for manufacturers and dealers

Epicor Software Corporation has introduced Epicor Dealer Network Portal as part of its upcoming release of Epicor ERP 10.2.300. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/retail/epicor-enhances-erp-offering-for-manufacturers-and-dealers/

AI tech helps Dubai Police make arrests

The Dubai Police has announced that its AI-powered smart system has led to the arrest of over 100 wanted criminals since the beginning of 2018. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/ai-tech-helps-dubai-police-make-arrests/

Saudi-based entertainment firm to introduce VR zones

Saudi-based Al Hokair Entertainment has reportedly announced plans to embed its 91 active entertainment centres in the UAE and Saudi Arabia. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/saudi-hospitality-entertainment-firm-vr/

Volvo's planned driveless car is a bedroom on wheels

It presents four potential uses of autonomous driving vehicles – a sleeping environment, mobile office, living room and entertainment space – which all reimagine the way people travel. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/volvo-bridge-communication-gap-between-driverless-cars/

Global carmaker seeks to redefine the future of road safety in UAE

Volvo Cars reviewed the main challenges around the introduction of autonomous technology calling for a new global road safety standard and highlighting how autonomous vehicles can safely communicate with all other road users. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/transport-logistics/volvo-seeks-redefine-future-road-safety-uae/

Emitac CEO on why data is king in the journey to the cloud

Emitac’s recently appointed CEO Gautham Raj on top priorities that take precedence for the firm over the next few quarters. https://www.tahawultech.com/channel/emitac-ceo-data-cloud/

World to spend $133.7 billion on security related solutions

Managed, integrated and consulting services will be the key categories, where companies plan to invest their security spend https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/world-to-spend-133-7-billion-on-security-related-solutions/

Global tech giants lead boot camps for Arab talents

Thirty Arab national have reportedly been shortlisted for a six-month intensive training programme with global tech giants including Google, Twitter, Amadeus, Facebook and Udacity. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/global-tech-giants-lead-boot-camps-for-arab-talents/

Redington onboards new vendor to deliver transformative IoT solutions

Regional distributor Redington Value has added Impinj, a leading provider and pioneer of RAIN RFID solutions, to its portfolio. https://www.tahawultech.com/channel/redington-value-deliver-transformative-iot-solutions/

DEWA clean energy, smart solutions to take centre stage in Dubai

DEWA will showcase its digital technologies and initiatives as well as AI-focused solutions in the fields of clean energy, and smart metres and grids, to provide an unprecedented smart experience for the people of Dubai. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/energy/dubai-dewa-clean-energy-smart-solutions-gitex/

Kuwait to fuel digital innovation market to reach more than $980 million

Kuwait, as part of its nationwide digital roadmap ‘New Kuwait 2035’, aims to drive the country’s digital innovation market to nearly $988.88 million this year. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/kuwait/kuwait-digital-innovation-market-980-million/

Electric cars require accredited registration in UAE

The Dubai RTA has announced that the registration of electric vehicles in the emirate’s Traffic System would require the existence of an accredited agent of such vehicles in the UAE. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/electric-cars-require-accredited-registration-in-uae/

Microsoft, cloud services to create 55,000 jobs in UAE

Microsoft’s technology ecosystem and the growing popularity of cloud services will create more than 55,000 jobs in the UAE by the end of 2022. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/microsoft-cloud-services-to-create-55000-jobs-in-uae/

Microsoft starts pre-orders for Surface Laptop 2 and Pro 6. Does not ship to the UAE

Microsoft has opened pre-orders for its latest Surface Laptop 2 and Pro 6 devices but you can only place the orders if you shipping address is within the United States. Customers in the UAE and the rest of the Middle East should wait for the regional launch. Microsoft last week announced a... https://www.tahawultech.com/news/microsoft-starts-pre-orders-for-surface-laptop-2-and-pro-6-does-not-ship-to-the-uae/

Why Kuwait’s Central Bank will spend big on tech

Tariq Al Usaimi, the newly appointed head of digital strategy for the Central Bank of Kuwait, has said that the organisation is set to make considerable investments in big data and analytics systems as well as “overhauling” the way it uses technology. Tariq Al Usaimi, formerly chief digital off... https://www.tahawultech.com/news/tariq-al-usaimi-the-newly-appointed-head-of-digital-strategy-for-the-central-bank-of-kuwait-has-said-that-the-organisation-is-set-to-make-considerable-investments-in-big-data-and-analytics-systems-a/

ME Cloud adoption up, expected to double in 2019: CDW

https://www.tahawultech.com/features/vendor-focus/me-cloud-adoption-up-expected-to-double-in-2019-cdw/

Bridging the gap

Xavi Anglada, managing director, Accenture Digital Lead in the Middle East told CNME how the firm is looking to tie up a range of partnerships that can help to increase AI adoption. Consulting firm Accenture is partnering with clients through joint ventures to help them adopt AI into their... https://www.tahawultech.com/news/bridging-the-gap-2/

Transcend expands StoreJet series

Transcend has expanded its StoreJet for Mac series, which is an external storage pre-formatted with the Mac-specific HFS+ file system, allowing it to be used right out of the box. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/transcend-expands-storejet-series/

Samsung Galaxy A7 now available for pre-order

Samsung Galaxy A7 is now available for pre-order from 1-10 October online on Shop.Samsung.com/ae.   https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/retail/samsung-galaxy-a7-now-available-for-pre-order/

LogMeIn to highlight cloud-based connectivity solutions at GITEX

LogMeIn (LMI) has announced its participation at GITEX Technology Week 2018 taking place at the Dubai World Trade Center from 14th-18th October. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/logmein-cloud-based-connectivity-solutions-gitex/

Zebra Technologies to present enterprise solutions at GITEX

Zebra Technologies will be showcasing its portfolio for the retail, transport, manufacturing and healthcare industries at GITEX 2018 on 14-18 October, stand number A5-15.  https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/zebra-technologies-to-present-enterprise-solutions-at-gitex/

Panasonic to debut latest 4K professional integrated camera portfolio

Panasonic is set to unveil for the first time in Middle East its industry-first 4K 50p, HDR integrated PTZ camera.  https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/panasonic-to-debut-latest-4k-professional-integrated-camera-portfolio/

SoftBank teams up with Japanese carmaker to develop connected cars

Toyota Motor and SoftBank Group said they would team up to develop new transport services. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/softbank-toyota-partner-self-driving-cars/

Dubai authority seeks to develop solutions with quantum computing

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) organised the first intensive quantum computing training programme, in cooperation with Microsoft. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/dewa-microsoft-training-quantum-computing/

GBM to accelerate digital transformation in Bahrain

Gulf Business Machines (GBM) has announced its presence at the ninth edition of the Bahrain International eGovernment Forum which takes place on 7th and 8th October 2018. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/bahrain/gbm-accelerate-digital-transformation-bahrain/

UAE bank first globally to offer contactless, QR payments

Mashreq Bank and Mastercard has partnered to launch Masterpass QR, a safe and secure Quick Response (QR) mobile payments solution, accessible via the bank’s mobile application, Snapp. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/financial-services/uae-bank-offer-contactless-qr-payments/

UAE TRA to take GITEX visitors on an immersive journey into the world of ICT

The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) is gearing up for the most awaited technology event of the year, GITEX, with a number of new initiatives and innovative projects to be introduced. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uae-tra-gitex-visitors-immersive-journey-ict/

UAE zoo launches new smart platforms

Al Ain Zoo has launched a new mobile app and website as it celebrates its Golden Jubilee this year. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/al-ain-zoo-mobile-app/

Future Enterprise Awards 2018: Don't miss your chance to vote!

This year we are giving our readers the power to determine the best and the brightest organisations who have delivered ground-breaking business value through the innovative application of technology. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/vote-now-future-enterprise-awards-2018/

Knowledge is power: Tableau Software shares Middle East prospects for BI

James Eiloart, senior vice president, EMEA and Ed Dolman, vice president, EMEA Partner at Tableau Software, on how regional partners can leverage market opportunities around business intelligence solutions to address growing demands in the digital era. https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/tableau-software-shares-middle-east-prospects-for-bi/

World's first full-scale Hyperloop passenger capsule revealed

Hyperloop Transportation Technologies, provided a first look of their full-scale passenger Hyperloop capsule today at an unveiling ceremony in Puerto de Santa Maria, Spain. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/worlds-first-full-scale-hyperloop-passenger-capsule-revealed/

GITEX Shopper 2018: here are six deals you shoudn't miss

GITEX Shopper 2018 is back with the UAE’s leading retailers and major international technology brands offering exclusive limited offers and bumper flash sales on 35,000 products. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/retail/gitex-shopper-2018-here-are-six-deals-you-shoudnt-miss/

On the move: why digital enterprises need transparent mobility

In part one of this blog post, I discussed how the digital economy requires greater visibility from the mobile industry. In this blog post, I will continue by looking at how this impacts the concept of cross-border mobility. Many devices will be in permanent roaming mode, while others will... https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/blogs/on-the-move-why-digital-enterprises-need-transparent-mobility/

Kaspersky Lab signs up Redington Value as regional VAD

Kaspersky Lab has partnered with Redington Value, value-added distribution division of Redington Gulf, to provide its wide range of industry leading products and services to organisations across the gulf market. https://www.tahawultech.com/channel/kaspersky-lab-signs-up-redington-value-as-regional-vad/

Oracle paves path to next-gen cloud computing era

Oracle will demonstrate the capabilities of Oracle’s latest cloud innovations at the upcoming GITEX Technology Week. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/oracle-paves-path-to-next-gen-cloud-computing-era/

Security Code to showcase security expertise at GITEX

Russian independent developer of cybersecurity software, appliances and services firm Security Code will showcase its expertise at the upcoming GITEX Technology Week. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/security-code-to-showcase-security-expertise-at-gitex/

The next giant leap: UAE inks space exploration deal

NASA and the UAE Space Agency (UAESA) have signed an Implementing Arrangement (IA) that outlines cooperation across a range of areas related to space exploration and human spaceflight. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/the-next-giant-leap-uae-inks-space-exploration-deal/

Software market in Middle East and Africa heading towards new highs

The Middle East and North Africa is seeing record-high enterprise application software spend, with IDC projecting it to reach $760 million in 2018. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/software-market-middle-east-and-africa-heading-towards-new-highs/

UAE fund invests in high-tech greenhouse project

The Mohammed bin Rashid Innovation Fund, MBRIF, operated by the Emirates Development Bank, has announced a disbursement of AED 5.5 million to UAE headquartered Pure Harvest. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uae-fund-invests-in-high-tech-greenhouse-project/

Dubai Expo 2020 rolls out $100 million innovators' programme

Innovators from around the world will have an opportunity to take their solutions to the next level while building partnerships with global firm as Expo 2020 Dubai’s global social impact programme Expo Live. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/dubai-expo-2020-rolls-out-100-million-innovators-programme/

Dell geared to play major role in digital transformation

Dell says it plans to invest heavily into taking the digital transformation to the end user. “We are going to unleash the end user computing,” said Mohammed Amin, Senior Vice President, Middle East, Turkey and Africa, Dell EMC.  “We have started the digital transformation ... https://www.tahawultech.com/ict-insight/dell-geared-to-play-major-role-in-digital-transformation/

ESET uncovers unique malware targeting high-profile organisations

ESET researchers discovered a cyber-attack that used a UEFI rootkit to establish a presence on the victims’ computers. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/eset-uncovers-unique-malware-lojax/

Help AG to address growing email security threats with new deal

Help AG, a security services, consultancy, and solutions provider in the Middle East, has signed a reseller agreement with Mimecast. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/help-ag-email-security-mimecast/

UAE bank unveils region's first sound-based payment tech

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB has launched a new sound-based payment system through its digital wallet payit. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uae-bank-unveils-regions-first-sound-based-payment-tech/

Azizi Developments to leverage cloud to manage growth

Azizi Developments has joined forces with BIOS Middle East (BIOSME), a cloud provider in the Middle East to launch CloudHPT to enhance its IT infrastructure. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/property/azizi-developments-cloud-biosme/

Cisco to design intelligent network for Dubai Expo 2020

Cisco has announced a partnership with systems integrator Smartworld to design and deploy the network infrastructure for Expo 2020 Dubai. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/cisco-intelligent-network-dubai-expo-2020/

Abu Dhabi delves into how AI will shape smart cities

The Abu Dhabi City Municipality, ADM, has held a workshop titled, “How Can Artificial Intelligence Shape Smart Cities?” at its head office in Abu Dhabi. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/abu-dhabi-ai-shape-smart-cities/

Saudi Arabia reveals new programme for young Arab entrepreneurs

King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST), represented by Badir Program for technology incubators and accelerators has partnered with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) for developing several innovation and entrepreneurship projects. The agreement was signed by Turki... https://www.tahawultech.com/region/saudi-arabia/saudi-arabia-reveals-new-programme-for-young-arab-entrepreneurs/

More than half of GITEX Shopper visitors plan to buy new smartphones

More than 50 percent of potential GITEX Shopper 2018 visitors are planning to buy a new smartphone, according to a recent survey. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/retail/gitex-shopper-visitors-buy-new-smartphones/

UAE's Emirates NBD set to launch services via chat app

Emirates NBD has announced today that it will soon launch customised banking services via WhatsApp in the UAE. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uaes-emirates-nbd-launch-services-chat-app/

New Facebook security mishap: what you need to know

Facebook reported its worst security breach ever. TahawulTech.com spoke to several security experts who shared insights about the latest cyber incident and advice on how users can be safe online. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/security-experts-facebook-latest-security-mishap/

UAE sets mission date for first Emirati astronaut

UAE’s first astronaut will head to the International Space Station on 5th April 2019, and will return on 16th April, the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) has revealed. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uae-sets-mission-date-for-first-emirati-astronaut/

Nexign set to open Middle East HQ

Nexign (formerly Peter-Service), a business support system (BSS) provider for communications service providers (CSPs), has announced plans to open the company’s Middle East and Africa (MEA) headquarters in Dubai. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/nexign-set-to-open-middle-east-hq/

Saudi Arabia pulls the plug on $200 billion solar farm project

Saudi Arabia has shelved a $200 billion plan with SoftBank Group Corp to build the world’s biggest solar-power-generation project. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/saudi-arabia/saudi-arabia-softbank-shelves-200-billion-solar-farm/

Linksys builds new Cloud Manager for SMB customers

Linksys has launched a new cloud management solution aimed at SMB clients, which it says could reduce IT costs by almost 50 per cent. Built on enterprise grade hardware the new solution is being dubbed as a cost effective with central management features with no recurring fee or licensing costs... https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/linksys-builds-new-cloud-manager-for-smb-customers/

Finesse to showcase blockchain's power to solve business challenges

At GITEX 2008, Finesse along with its partner Netcetera will showcase blockchain and digital transformation solutions. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/finesse-blockchain-netcetera-gitex/

Microsoft inks new deal to revitalise the Middle East startup ecosystem

Microsoft and Dubai-based BECO Capital has announced a strategic partnership aimed at revolutionising the regional entrepreneurial ecosystem. https://www.tahawultech.com/enterprise/startup/microsoft-beco-revitalise-middle-east-startup-ecosystem/

Middle East arm of Locus Chain Foundation creates token wallet

The MENA headquarters of Singapore-based next generation blockchain platform, Locus Chain Foundation (LCF), in Dubai has announced that it will create a token wallet on Bibox. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/financial-services/middle-east-locus-chain-foundation-creates-token-wallet/

RAKBANK enables seamless cash remittance via blockchain network

RANKBANK has signed an agreement with Sri Lanka’s Cargills Bank to leverage Ripple to enhance its financial services. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/financial-services/rakbank-cash-remittance-ripple-blockchain-network/