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How Barracuda Networks is securing customers' journey to cloud

Chris Hill, Regional Vice President, Public Cloud & Strategic Partners, International, Barracuda Networks on how the IT security leader is … https://www.tahawultech.com/video/barracuda-networks-microsoft-ignite-the-tour-securing-cloud/

Forcepoint enables flexible enterprise security transformation

Forcepoint has announced the a new enterprise licensing programme, Forcepoint Advantage, which delivers cost-effective and flexible all-inclusive security subscription services. https://www.tahawultech.com/vendor/forcepoint-enables-flexible-enterprise-security-transformation/

NetApp powers Ducati MotoGP's team with data

Cloud data services firm NetApp has announced that it has renewed the official sponsorship of the Ducati Corse motorcycle racing team for the 2020 MotoGP World Championship. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/netapp-ducati-motogp-data/

McAfee unveils major updates to MVISION platform

McAfee has announced a spate of new innovations to MVISION with the availability of Unified Cloud Edge, Cloud Native Infrastructure Security, a global Managed Detection and Response (MDR) offering, and accelerated partner momentum. https://www.tahawultech.com/vendor/mcafee-unveils-major-updates-to-mvision-platform/

McAfee introduces new cloud security platform to simplify SASE

McAfee has announced new innovations to its cloud-native MVISION platform with the availability of Unified Cloud Edge (UCE), which provides unified data and threat protection from device level to the cloud. https://www.tahawultech.com/vendor/mcafee-introduces-new-cloud-security-platform-to-simplify-sase/

Huawei unveils first 5G deterministic networking solution

Huawei recently unveiled the industry’s first deterministic networking oriented 5G core network solution, pivoting on the key concept of “Cloud … https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/huawei-unveils-first-5g-deterministic-networking-solution/

Mindware inks distribution agreement with ESET in Saudi Arabia

Value-added distributor (VAD) Mindware has announced that it has signed a distribution agreement with ESET, a global information security software company. https://www.tahawultech.com/channel/mindware-distribution-agreement-eset-saudi-arabia/

Dubai bags new Guinness World Record for 3D-printed office

Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) has officially been recognised as a new Guinness World Records title holder for building the world’s first 3D-printed commercial building. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/dubai-bags-guinness-world-record-for-3d-printed-office/

LinkShadow sponsors Frost and Sullivan white paper

LinkShadow – Next-Generation Cybersecurity Analytics sponsors’ the latest Frost and Sullivan white paper – UEBA Demystified: Leveraging machine learning for … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/linkshadow-sponsors-frost-and-sullivan-white-paper/

"Data is a key pillar in realising Dubai's smart city vision": Sheikh Hamdan

“Data is a key pillar in the strategy to realise the vision to transform Dubai into one of the world’s smartest cities,” said Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/data-dubai-smart-city-vision-sheikh-hamdan/

Dubai commuters can now get real-time bus updates on Google Maps

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced a new collaboration with Google, which will see the tech platform run real-time updates of bus timetables on Google Maps. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/dubai-bus-updates-google-maps/

UAE leads $2.5 billion MENA fintech market: experts

The UAE is leading the Middle East and North Africa (MENA)’s fintech market reaching a record-high of $2.5 billion by 2022. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uae-leads-2-5-billion-mena-fintech-market-experts/

McAfee announces substantial headway with its partner programme

McAfee, the device-to-cloud cybersecurity company, has announced substantial headway with its partner programme. Eight new partnerships and seven new certified … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/mcafee-announces-substantial-headway-with-its-partner-programme/

Extreme Networks launches Cloud NOW roadshow in Dubai

Extreme Networks has successfully kicked-off its inaugural Extreme Cloud NOW roadshow in the Middle East, with the first event held … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/extreme-networks-launches-cloud-now-roadshow-in-dubai/

Huawei shares plans for the "Intelligent World" of 2030

Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona 2020 has been cancelled due to the coronavirus outbreak, but Huawei held its global Industrial … https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/huawei-shares-plans-for-the-intelligent-world-of-2030/

World's first-ever robot citizen to speak at regional conference in Dubai

Sophia, the world’s first humanoid robot citizen, is set to speak at a specialised professional forum of internal auditors in Dubai. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/worlds-first-ever-robot-citizen-to-speak-at-regional-conference-in-dubai/

KAUST partners with Riverbed to enhance digital learning

Riverbed announced that King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), one of Saudi Arabia’s premier research universities, is collaborating … https://www.tahawultech.com/region/saudi-arabia/riverbed-partners-with-kaust-to-enhance-digital-learning/

Etisalat strengthens cybersecurity unit with Help AG acquisition

Etisalat has completed the acquisition of Help AG, a privately held regional company specialising in the delivery of cybersecurity solutions and services. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/etisalat-strengthens-cybersecurity-unit-with-help-ag-acquisition/

Ten emerging trends in telecom energy: Huawei

5G is coming. Telecom networks need to undergo these three significant changes: introduce new spectrums and technologies, a lot of … https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/ten-emerging-trends-in-telecom-energy-huawei/

StarLink, Juniper Networks ink distribution partnership

StarLink, a value-added distributor in the Middle East, Turkey and Africa (META), has announced a distribution partnership with Juniper Networks, … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/starlink-juniper-networks-ink-distribution-partnership/

GovTech Innovation Awards 2020: Nominate now!

You can submit your nominations now by clicking on this link: https://www.tahawultech.com/govtech/2020/ https://www.tahawultech.com/featured-video/govtech-innovation-awards-2020-nominate-now/

People of Determination in UAE will soon have their dedicated social media app

The app, called Inclusive, enables supporters of inclusion in local communities to connect, collaborate and promote the inclusion of People of Determination in the UAE. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/people-of-determination-uae-social-media-app/

Dubai RTA rolls out new digital initiatives for UAE Innovation Month

The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has unveiled a plethora of innovative initiatives to mark the UAE Innovation Month. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/transport-logistics/dubai-rta-uae-innovation-month/

Hacking victims are uncovering attacks faster: FireEye

The global median dwell time, defined as the duration between the start of a cyber intrusion and it being identified, … https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/hacking-victims-mtrends-fireeye/

ANKER Innovations takes part at IoT Middle East 2020 through Eufy Security

Anker Innovations, through its brand eufy Security, will be sharing insights on the latest home and security solutions at the 5th Internet of Things 2020 on the 24th of February 2020 in Dubai. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/anker-innovations-eufy-security-iot-middle-east/

Exclusive Networks adds HYCU to cloud transformation portfolio

Exclusive Networks has announced a new distribution agreement with HYCU, an enterprise software company specialising in data backup, recovery and monitoring for next-generation Enterprise Clouds. https://www.tahawultech.com/channel/exclusive-networks-adds-hycu-to-cloud-transformation-portfolio/

Cloud technologies drive cybersecurity spending: study

The rapid migration to cloud-based technologies is the biggest disrupter worldwide of operations and a key driver when organisations plan their spending increases, according to the results of the latest SANS 2020 Cybersecurity Spending Survey. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/cloud-technologies-drive-cybersecurity-spending-sans/

Khalifa University's $5 million robotics challenge to kick off in Abu Dhabi

The Mohamed Bin Zayed International Robotics Challenge (MBZIRC 2020), organised by the Khalifa University of Science and Technology, is set to kick off its second edition this week. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/khalifa-universitys-5-million-robotics-challenge-to-kick-off-in-abu-dhabi/

Serco Middle East to transform customer experiences with ExperienceLab

Serco Middle East has announced the launch of ExperienceLab, which is aimed at bringing end-to-end integrated experience research, design and delivery offering to the region. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/serco-middle-east-experiencelab/

Veeam unveils Availability Suite v10 with increased security features

Veeam Software has announced the general availability of new Veeam Availability Suite v10, ushering in the next generation of data protection capabilities that increase data availability, portability, and extensibility. https://www.tahawultech.com/vendor/veeam-v10-security-features/

Cobalt Iron taps VAD Technologies to distribute Compass

Cobalt Iron Inc. has signed a new agreement with VAD Technologies to distribute Cobalt Iron’s enterprise SaaS data protection solution, … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/cobalt-iron-taps-vad-technologies-to-distribute-compass/

Vectra eliminates alert fatigue with new solution

To help organisations securely and successfully protect their network, Vectra AI has announced the release of Account Lockdown,. https://www.tahawultech.com/vendor/vectra-eliminates-alert-fatigue-with-new-solution/

Hiperdist to distribute BullGuard solutions in MEA

Hiperdist has partnered with BullGuard, a cybersecurity firm with a dedicated focus on consumer and small office solutions, to distribute the vendor’s offerings in the Middle East and Africa region. https://www.tahawultech.com/channel/hiperdist-to-distribute-bullguard-solutions-in-mea/

AI is a key driver for digital transformation in Middle East: NetApp VP

NetApp is enjoying fast-paced growth, according to Marc Montiel, NetApp’s vice president for enterprise focus countries, which includes the Middle East. https://www.tahawultech.com/interviews/ai-is-a-key-driver-for-digital-transformation-in-middle-east-netapp-vp/

Veeam Software appoints new CISO

Veeam® Software announced that Gil Vega has been appointed Chief Information Security Officer (CISO).  Vega, whose previous experience includes serving as … https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/veeam-appoints-new-ciso-gil-vega/

Why getting rid of ROT data can help grow your business

Big data holds the power to fuel transformational growth, yet, as a World Economic Forum report on ‘Data-Driven Development’ observes, we live … https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/why-getting-rid-of-rot-data-can-help-grow-your-business/

ATAR Labs inks distribution partnership with Spectrami

ATAR Labs has partnered with Spectrami, a value-added distributor specialising in cybersecurity and data management solutions, covering the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) regions. https://www.tahawultech.com/channel/atar-labs-inks-distribution-partnership-with-spectrami/

Saudi Arabia enables "holistic Hajj" journeys with smart tech

Saudi Arabia is adopting smart technologies to help Hajj pilgrims at all stages of their religious journey, according to local media reports. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/saudi-arabia/saudi-arabia-enables-holistic-hajj-journeys-with-smart-tech/

Fortinet and Equinix accelerate cloud connectivity

Fortinet has announced that it is teaming with Equinix, a global interconnection and data center company, to accelerate cloud connectivity with … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/fortinet-and-equinix-accelerate-cloud-connectivity/

Ericsson launches new AI-powered Network Services

Ericsson has launched two new AI-powered offerings in its Network Services portfolio, enabling communications service providers to secure always-on networks and deliver optimal user experiences. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/ericsson-launches-new-ai-powered-network-services/

New tech platform to revolutionise vehicle rentals in the UAE

Beno Technologies, a youth-led technology company based in the UAE, has launched its newest initiative, Beno, an innovative platform aimed at revolutionising the vehicle renting sector. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/beno-technologies-platform-vehicle-rentals/

Review: Realme 5 Pro

If you’re looking for a trendy handset that supports fundamental mobile tasks without breaking the bank, the Realme 5 Pro is worth considering. https://www.tahawultech.com/reviews/review-realme-5-pro/

Huawei Middle East's President on the US dispute and plans in the region

Despite the challenges posed by a US entity list ban, Huawei’s President in the Middle East says that the region … https://www.tahawultech.com/region/middle-east/huawei-middle-east-president-charles-yang-on-us-dispute-plans-region/

All-women eSports Festival kicks off in Dubai

The GIRLGAMER Esports Festival has opened at the Meydan Grandstand. Being held from 19th to 20th February, the event celebrates and promotes women’s competitiveness in esports. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/all-women-esports-festival-kicks-off-in-dubai/

GovTech Innovation Awards are one-of-a-kind in the IT industry

The decision by CPI Media Group to launch their inaugural GovTech Innovation Awards has been heralded by government leaders in … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/govtech-innovation-awards-are-one-of-a-kind-in-the-it-industry/

Oman TRA shares plans to accelerate 5G deployment

The Oman Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has held a workshop on accelerating the development of 5G connectivity in the Sultanate. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/oman/oman-tra-ooredoo-omantel-huawei-5g-deployment/

OKI Europe keeps construction projects on schedule with latest launch

OKI Europe has launched the MC883, an A3 colour smart multifunction printer (MFP) that’s fully equipped to support construction businesses. https://www.tahawultech.com/vendor/oki-europe-construction-projects-mfp-printer/

SentinelOne launches AI-powered XDR platform

SentinelOne has unveiled its Singularity Platform, an industry first data lake that seamlessly fuses together the data, access, control, and integration planes. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/sentinelone-launches-ai-powered-xdr-platform/

Western Digital unveils 5G-ready flash storage device

Western Digital has announced the launch of the iNAND MC EU521 an embedded Universal Flash Storage (UFS) device to equip mobile developers to enhance the 5G smartphone user experience. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/western-digital-unveils-5g-ready-flash-storage-device/

Coronavirus outbreak spurs cyber-attacks: report

Sherrod DeGrippo, senior director, Threat Research and Detection, Proofpoint, shares insights into how hackers are using the coronavirus outbreak to spread malware. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/coronavirus-outbreak-spurs-cyber-attacks-report/

Sophos introduces “Xstream” version of XG Firewall

Sophos has introduced a new “Xstream” architecture for Sophos XG Firewall with high performance Transport Layer Security (TLS) traffic decryption capabilities. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/sophos-introduces-xstream-version-of-xg-firewall/

Nokia to conduct AI-based railroad crossing safety trials in Japan

Odakyu Electric Railway has announced that it is carrying out trials of Nokia’s SpaceTime scene analytics in order to identify ways of enhancing rail crossing safety. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/nokia-to-conduct-ai-based-railroad-crossing-safety-trials-in-japan/

Government ICT spending in Middle East and Africa to reach $15 billion

Governments across the Middle East and Africa (MEA) spent a combined $12.8 billion on information and communication technologies (ICT) last year, according to the latest findings from International Data Corporation (IDC). https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/government-ict-spending-middle-east-africa-15-billion/

What's in store?: Cybersecurity experts share predictions for 2020

Security Advisor ME spoke to top industry experts about what they think await security leaders in the new year. https://www.tahawultech.com/features/cybersecurity-predictions-2020/

StarLink hosts its annual partner summit in Dubai

StarLink has recently hosted its signature channel event – StarLink Partner Summit in Dubai. The event, held at Armani Hotel, … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/starlink-hosts-its-annual-partner-summit-in-dubai-2/

How Avaya is transforming CX in the cloud

In this month’s cover story, CNME Editor Mark Forker spoke to Ahmed Helmy, International CTO at Avaya, to find out … https://www.tahawultech.com/features/how-avaya-is-transforming-cx-in-the-cloud-with-new-ix-cc/

Dubai tests new tech that charges electric vehicles while in motion

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched the test-run of the dynamic wireless charging of electric vehicles and buses in motion using the Shaped Magnetic Field In Resonance (SMFIR) technology in Dubai Silicon Oasis. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/dubai-rta-electric-vehicles-smfir/

Mindware, Mist Systems partner to deliver AI-driven wireless network in MENA

Mindware has announced that it has signed a distribution agreement with Mist Systems to offer its entire portfolio of AI-powered wireless networks in the Middle East and North Africa region. https://www.tahawultech.com/channel/mindware-mist-systems-ai-wireless-network-mena/

Smart Dubai unveils new book on UAE's journey to becoming a digital nation

Authors Dr. Saeed K. Al Dhaheri and Ranjit Rajan have collaborated with Smart Dubai to publish a book on the digital transformation of the UAE. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/smart-dubai-book-uae-digital-journey/

ManageEngine to host Middle East user conference in Dubai

ManageEngine, the IT management division of Zoho Corporation, has announced that it will be hosting its ninth Middle East User Conference in … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/manageengine-to-host-middle-east-user-conference-in-dubai/

Nutanix to host .NEXT on Tour in Dubai

Nutanix, a leader in enterprise cloud computing, is hosting its annual .NEXT on Tour at The Address Sky View in … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/nutanix-to-host-next-on-tour-in-dubai/

Increased network visibility drives business innovation: Riverbed

UAE business leaders believe that business innovation and staff retention are driven by improved visibility into network and application performance, according to a recent study by Riverbed. https://www.tahawultech.com/vendor/network-visibility-drives-business-innovation-riverbed/

Infoblox hosts EMEA Partner Summit and Awards 2020

Infoblox has honoured its most successful partners at an award ceremony during the company’s inaugural EMEA Partner Summit in Vienna, Austria held between 4th to 6th February. https://www.tahawultech.com/channel/infoblox-emea-partner-summit-awards-2020/

Apple retains top spot in Brand Intimacy Study

Apple has once again topped the MBLM’s Top 10 Most Intimate Brands from its 10th annual Brand Intimacy Study. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/apple-retains-top-spot-in-brand-intimacy-study/

Calling all security leaders: Nominations open for CISO 50 Awards 2020

Now in its third year, TahawulTech.com’s CISO50 Awards and Forum will once again honour regional information security leaders who have fostered innovation and demonstrated leadership in their enterprises. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/calling-all-security-leaders-nominations-open-for-ciso-50-awards-2020/

Intelligence in the enterprise

Pat Flynn, head of McAfee Advanced Programs Group, discusses how intelligence can help organisations strategically mitigate and anticipate modern attacks. https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/blogs/intelligence-in-the-enterprise/

Anker Innovations: eufyCam

With plenty of great home security cameras to choose from, it can be daunting to sift through the different products … https://www.tahawultech.com/reviews/anker-innovations-eufycam/

Why Visa is investing in Fintech

As Visa acquires Fintech company Plaid for $5.3B, Deputy Editor Giorgia Guantario takes a look at the state of Fintech … https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/visa-investing-fintech-currencycloud-plaid/

ASBIS Middle East on revolutionising the distribution space

Year by year ASBIS Middle East has grown solid collaborative relationships with the top worldwide vendors and suppliers of Consumer … https://www.tahawultech.com/features/asbis-middle-east-on-revolutionising-the-distribution-space/

Review: HP Elite Dragonfly

Artfully crafted to standout, designed to be powerful and hardened with security, HP’s latest HP Elite Dragonfly redefines what it … https://www.tahawultech.com/features/review-hp-elite-dragonfly/

Review: Hachi Infinite

A self-developed autofocus ultra-short DLP AI device which combines AI technology and AnyTouch function that works on all flat surfaces … https://www.tahawultech.com/features/review-hachi-infinite/

"At NetApp, our technology is constantly evolving": NetApp's Fadi Kanafani

Fadi Kanafani, Managing Director and General Manager – Middle East, NetApp, discusses the evolution of video surveillance technologies and the … https://www.tahawultech.com/features/at-netapp-our-technology-is-constantly-evolving-netapps-fadi-kanafani/

Aveva unveils a new enhancement to its portfolio at AWC Abu Dhabi

The AVEVA World Conference, held at Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel on January 21 and 22, showcased AVEVA’s latest innovations … https://www.tahawultech.com/vendor/aveva-unveils-a-new-enhancement-to-its-portfolio-at-awc-abu-dhabi/

Western Digital on the role of storage in enabling a safe future

Western Digital senior sales director for the Middle East Khwaja Saifuddin discusses the company’s innovative offerings for the smart video surveillance segment and shares insights into why storage is the unsung hero of smart and safe city technologies. https://www.tahawultech.com/interviews/western-digital-storage-safe-future/

GSMA cancels MWC 2020 over coronavirus concerns

The GSMA, the organiser of the world’s largest mobile trade show, Mobile World Congress (MWC) has announced the 2020 edition … https://www.tahawultech.com/video/gsma-cancels-mwc-2020-over-coronavirus-concerns/

3 ways the channel can help deliver true digital employee experience

The need for companies to put their people first has never been greater. The ‘experience’ organisations can now offer their … https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/3-ways-the-channel-can-help-deliver-true-digital-employee-experience/

Are your cybersecurity defences 5G ready?

Morey Haber, CTO and CISO, BeyondTrust, discusses why the 5G era will require organisations to rethink their cybersecurity strategies. https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/cybersecurity-5g-beyondtrust/

How the UAE University is hoping to bridge the digital skills gap

Deputy Editor Giorgia Guantario spoke to Dr Maryam Al Yammahi, Assistant Professor in Computer science, UAE University to discuss the … https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/how-the-uae-university-is-hoping-to-bridge-the-digital-skills-gap/

Galadari Brothers taps Oracle to transform workforce

Galadari Brothers, one of UAE’s largest conglomerates with businesses spanning automotive, retail, publishing and hospitality industries has selected Oracle Human … https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/galadari-brothers-taps-oracle-to-transform-workforce/

MWC canceled over coronavirus concerns

The GSMA, the organiser of the world’s largest mobile trade show, Mobile World Congress (MWC) has announced the 2020 edition … https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/mwc-canceled-over-coronavirus-concerns/

Samsung introduces foldable Galaxy Z Flip smartphone

At its flagship event, Samsung Electronics has introduced the Galaxy Z Flip, a new, statement-making foldable smartphone. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/samsung-introduces-foldable-galaxy-z-flip-smartphone/

Samsung unveils new 5G-enabled Galaxy S20 lineup

Samsung Electronics has unveiled the Samsung Galaxy S20, a new series of flagship devices that change the way we capture and experience our world. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/samsung-unveils-new-5g-enabled-galaxy-s20-lineup/

Snapchat brings Saudi UNESCO Heritage site with AR

Snap Inc. has collaborated with the Royal Commission of AlUla to bring a new dimension to the Desert X AlUla art exhibition, with the first sponsored Landmarker in the Middle East. https://www.tahawultech.com/lifestyle/snapchat-brings-saudi-unesco-heritage-site-with-ar/

UAE-based doctor booking app secures $10 million in funding

UAE-based doctor booking platform Okadoc has closed its $10 million Series A round, following a $2.3 million seed round in 2018. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/healthcare/uae-doctor-booking-app-secures-10-million-funding/

OKI Europe launches expands smart MFP portfolio

OKI Europe has launched the new MC883, an A3 colour and smart multifunction printer (MFP). https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/oki-europe-launches-expands-smart-mfp-portfolio/

Emirati tech entrepreneur launches new app to ease Dubai’s rental woes

Emirati tech entrepreneur Rashid Al Ghurair has announced the launch of “Urban”, a mobile/web application that brings the entire rental journey online. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/property/emirati-tech-entrepreneur-launches-new-app-to-ease-dubais-rental-woes/

ICT spending in Saudi Arabia to reach $37 billion this year

Overall spending on information and communication technology (ICT) in Saudi Arabia is set to reach $37 billion this year, up 2.4 percent on 2019, according to IDC. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/saudi-arabia/ict-spending-in-saudi-arabia-to-reach-37-billion-this-year/

Majid Al Futtaim applying data analytics to create customised experiences

Majid Al Futtaim, a leading retail, shopping mall and lifestyle conglomerate is implementing disruptive new technologies as part of an … https://www.tahawultech.com/interviews/majid-al-futtaim-applying-data-analytics-to-create-customised-experiences/

Centrify appoints new VP of worldwide channels and alliances

Centrify, a leading provider of cloud-ready Zero Trust Privilege has announced the appointment of Chris Peterson as Vice President of … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/centrify-appoints-new-vp-of-worldwide-channels-and-alliances/

Quest and One Identity sign distribution deal with Exclusive Networks Middle East

Quest and One Identity have announced a new partnership with Exclusive Networks Middle East to distribute the full suite of products and services under the Quest Software Company umbrella. https://www.tahawultech.com/channel/quest-and-one-identity-sign-distribution-deal-with-exclusive-networks-middle-east/

Mercedes and AMD announce multi-year partnership

Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team has announced a multi-year partnership with high-performance computing leader AMD, a technology supplier of supercomputing, … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/mercedes-and-amd-announce-multi-year-partnership/

Hystax inks distribution deal with VAD Technologies

VAD Technologies has announced a long-term business alliance with Hystax to deliver latest cloud technologies to customers in the GCC … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/hystax-inks-distribution-deal-with-vad-technologies/

Westcon Middle East inks distribution agreement with Sandvine

Westcon Middle East has signed a distribution agreement to market, distribute and service Sandvine products and solutions in the region. https://www.tahawultech.com/channel/westcon-middle-east-inks-distribution-agreement-sandvine/

SCOPE Middle East announce growth of more than 25% in 2019

SCOPE Middle EAST, a regional value-added distributor of cybersecurity networking solutions with 18 years long of success, has achieved a record growth once again last year. https://www.tahawultech.com/channel/scope-middle-east-announce-growth-of-more-than-25-in-2019/

Hikvision spotlights AI-powered innovations in Dubai

At the sidelines of this year’s Intersec, Security Advisor ME caught up with Hikvision MENA technical director Robert Wang to discuss the firm’s latest AI-powered innovations and shares trends that will fuel customer demands in the surveillance space this year. https://www.tahawultech.com/interviews/hikvision-spotlights-ai-powered-innovations-in-dubai/

Ericsson, LG withdraw from MWC 2020 due to coronavirus outbreak

Ericsson is following LG Electronics’ decision to withdraw from MWC Barcelona 2020 due to concerns over the recent coronavirus outbreak. … https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/ericsson-lg-mwc-2020-coranvirus-withdrawal-gsma/

"No changes in UAE's VoIP rules": TRA on WhatsApp services

Over the weekend, residents around the UAE have reported being able to use the video, voice calling features on WhatsApp, according to several local news outlets. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/no-changes-uae-voip-rules-tra-whatsapp-services/

emt Distribution inks partnership with Titus

emt Distribution has signed a distribution partnership with Titus in the Middle East.   https://www.tahawultech.com/channel/emt-distribution-inks-partnership-with-titus/

GovTech Innovation Awards: Nominations now open

Nominations for the inaugral GovTech Innovation Awards 2020, which takes place at LouLou’a Ballroom, Ritz Carlton, JBR, Dubai on March … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/govtech-innovation-awards-nominations-now-open/

Saudi Arabia to lead world's first national hyperloop study

The Ministry of Transport (MoT) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has announced an agreement with Virgin Hyperloop One (VHO) to conduct ‎a pre-feasibility study on the use of hyperloop technology for the transport of passengers and cargo. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/saudi-arabia/saudi-arabia-lead-world-first-national-hyperloop-study/

Avaya, Afiniti expand AI partnership

Avaya Holdings and Afiniti have announced Avaya AI Routing with Afiniti AiRo, a new offering in the Avaya IX Contact Centre portfolio during the Avaya ENGAGE 2020 user conference. https://www.tahawultech.com/vendor/avaya-afiniti-expand-ai-partnership/

Avaya Spaces provides new capabilities for cloud-based collaboration and meetings

Avaya Holdings Corp. has added new capabilities to its Avaya Spaces by centralising voice, video, messaging, chat and task management … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/avaya-spaces-provides-new-capabilities-for-cloud-based-collaboration-and-meetings/

Cyber Resilience Think Tank forecasts four key security trends

Mimecast has announced the availability of Commencing a New Decade: 2020 Predictions, the latest eBook from the Cyber Resilience Think Tank (CR Think Tank). https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/cyber-resilience-think-tank-forecasts-four-key-security-trends/

CPI Media Group launch GovTech Innovation Awards

CPI Media Group have announced that they will host a new series of awards in March of this year. The … https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/cpi-media-group-launch-govtech-innovation-awards/

How machine learning can bring valuable insights to the manufacturing sector

Embracing the Internet of Things (IoT) and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in the manufacturing industry is not just practical, but … https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/how-machine-learning-can-bring-valuable-insights-to-the-manufacturing-sector/

Cybersecurity confidence key to Saudi economic acceleration: Huawei

Huawei has recently joined top government, business, and academic leaders in Saudi Arabia to advocate for unified standards that support cybersecurity risk mitigation. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/saudi-arabia/cybersecurity-confidence-key-to-saudi-economic-acceleration-huawei/

More than 9.9 billion malware attacks recorded in 2019: SonicWall

SonicWall has announced its annual threat report findings, where it recorded 9.9 billion malware attacks, a slight 6 percent year-over-year decrease. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/more-than-9-9-billion-malware-attacks-recorded-in-2019-sonicwall/

Tenable appoints Mark Thurmond as COO

As the firm’s new COO, Mark Thurmond will lead Tenable’s global field operations, including sales, professional services and technical support. https://www.tahawultech.com/vendor/tenable-names-mark-thurmond-coo/

Paladion brings AI-Driven SOC to Saudi Arabia with new partnership

Paladion Technologies and Sejel Technologies have entered an exclusive and strategic partnership to bring an AI-Driven Security Operations Center to Saudi Arabia. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/paladion-sejel-ai-driven-soc-saudi-arabia/

Cloud4c achieves Microsoft Azure Expert MSP status

Global Cloud Managed Services Provider (MSP) Cloud4c has announced that it has achieved Microsoft Azure Expert Managed Services Provider status from Microsoft. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/cloud4c-achieves-microsoft-azure-expert-msp-status/

DEWA migrates on-premise SAP landscape to Moro

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has migrated its on-premise SAP landscape to Data Hub Integrated Solutions LLC (Moro) to … https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/dewa-migrates-on-premise-sap-landscape-to-moro/

"The data centre is dead": NetApp's Anthony Lye

Companies have to embrace new ways of dealing with their data to remain competitive, a senior NetApp executive has said in a keynote address. https://www.tahawultech.com/vendor/the-data-centre-is-dead-netapps-anthony-lye/

HID Global names new president and CEO

HID Global has announced the appointment of Björn Lidefelt as its new president and CEO. https://www.tahawultech.com/vendor/hid-global-names-new-president-and-ceo/

StarLink inks distribution deal with Mitel

Value-Added-Distributor (VAD) Starlink has announced signing of MEA distribution partnership with Mitel, a global market leader in Cloud Communication and … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/starlink-inks-distribution-deal-with-mitel/

Alcatel Lucent Enterprise to host global partner summit in Dubai

ALE, operating under the Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise brand, has announced that it will host Connex20, its global partner conference, in Dubai … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/alcatel-lucent-enterprise-to-host-global-partner-summit-in-dubai/

Cisco appoints new vice president for Middle East and Africa

Cisco has announced the appointment of Reem Asaad as its new Vice President for its Middle East and Africa region. … https://www.tahawultech.com/region/middle-east/cisco-appoints-new-vice-president-for-middle-east-and-africa/

Petrofac accelerates digital transformation with Microsoft IoT toolkit

Microsoft has announced that international energy service provider Petrofac has chosen Azure’s Internet of Things for its Connected Construction platform. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/energy/petrofac-digital-transformation-microsoft-iot-toolkit/

SANS Institute to host imersion-style cybersecurity training in Dubai

SANS Institute has announced SANS Dubai February 2020, which will be held from 15th to 20th February 2020 at the Hilton Dubai Jumeirah Beach. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/sans-institute-to-host-imersion-style-cybersecurity-training-in-dubai/

Schneider Electric inks sustainable energy deal for Africa

Schneider Electric Solar has entered into a strategic alliance with Qbera Capital to further support solar energy growth across selected frontier and emerging markets. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/energy/schneider-electric-inks-sustainable-energy-deal-for-africa/

Government entities adopt Smart Dubai's Ethical AI Toolkit

The Smart Dubai Department has reported that its Ethical AI Self-Assessment Tool has been used across 18 use cases in the emirate. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/government-entities-adopt-smart-dubais-ethical-ai-toolkit/

CyberKnight launches operations with the 'Art of Cybersecurity Distribution' approach

CyberKnight Technologies has officially announced the launch of its operations in the Middle East and unveiled its innovative Art of Cybersecurity Distribution concept as well as its Zero Trust Security (ZTX) Framework. https://www.tahawultech.com/channel/cyberknight-launches-operations-with-the-art-of-cybersecurity-distribution-approach/

CIO 100 Awards: TahawulTech.com honours regional IT gamechangers

CPI Media Group and TahawulTech.com’s CIO 100 Awards honoured IT leaders responsible for devising strategies aimed at helping their companies adapt to the challenges presented by emerging technologies. https://www.tahawultech.com/video/cio-100-awards-tahawultech-com-honours-regional-it-gamechangers/

How Raqmiyat is driving customer success in 2020

Amer Khreino, CEO at Raqmiyat highlights the importance of Expo 2020 for the country and how Raqmiyat is planning on … https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/how-raqmiyat-is-driving-customer-success-in-2020/

Raqmiyat announces partnership with Ivanti for GCC

Regional systems integrator and provider of digital transformation solutions and services Raqmiyat has announced that it is now a regional … https://www.tahawultech.com/channel/raqmiyat-announces-partnership-with-ivanti-for-gcc/

UAE Ministry of Health unveils new blockchain-based health data platform

The UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention has recently launched the first advanced digital platform to store the data for health. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/healthcare/uae-ministry-of-health-unveils-new-blockchain-based-health-data-platform/

ServiceNow doubles down on banking and telco offerings

ServiceNow has announced a new industry solutions strategy to deliver workflows that help companies in specific industries address their unique digital transformation challenges and create value at scale. https://www.tahawultech.com/vendor/servicenow-doubles-down-on-banking-and-telco-offerings/

SentinelOne names new vice president for EMEA

SentinelOne, the autonomous endpoint protection company, has announced the appointment of Daniel Kollberg as vice president EMEA. https://www.tahawultech.com/vendor/sentinelone-names-new-vice-president-for-emea/