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Huawei releases its 2019 Annual Report

Huawei released its 2019 Annual Report today, detailing a solid business performance. The company’s global sales revenue in 2019 rounded … https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/huawei-releases-its-2019-annual-report/

#AvayaCares: CPI Media Group stays connected with Avaya Spaces

CPI Media Group has received an in-depth hands-on demo from Avaya as part of the ICT firm’s commitment to enabling enterprises stay connected while working remotely. https://www.tahawultech.com/video/avaya-cares-cpimediagroup-avaya-spaces/

Microsoft renames Office 365 to Microsoft 365

During a virtual briefing, Microsoft announced that on April 21, Office 365 will become Microsoft 365, and will be offering new personal … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/microsoft-announces-microsoft-365-office-365-personal-teams/

Instagram introduces COVID-19 tips in the UAE

In an effort to help people get relevant and up-to-date resources on COVID-19, Instagram has introduced a call-out at the … https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/instagram-introduces-covid-19-tips-in-the-uae/

Distance learning in UAE to run until end of academic year

Schools and universities in the UAE are to continue online distance learning until the end of the academic year in June amid coronavirus fears, according to the Ministry of Education. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/distance-learning-in-uae-to-run-until-end-of-academic-year/

Sentrybay and Raqmiyat on delivering secure work from home solutions

Marcus Whittington, Co-founder & COO, Sentrybay and Abhijit Mahadik, Director – Cybersecurity solutions, Raqmiyat, discuss the risks of enabling remote access from unmanaged devices and how Sentrybay’s solutions can help enterprises stay secure. https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/sentrybay-and-raqmiyat-on-delivering-secure-work-from-home-solutions/

Zephyrtel CEO on helping Telcos migrate to cloud

Mike Shinya, CEO, Zephyrtel, discusses how the firm’s innovative solutions, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning and predictive analytics are at … https://www.tahawultech.com/video/zephyrtel-ceo-on-helping-telcos-migrate-to-cloud/

Kingston Digital refereshes ‘Canvas’ card series

Kingston Digital Europe, the Flash memory affiliate of Kingston Technology Company, Inc., has announced the refresh of its ‘Canvas’ series Flash cards to Canvas Plus. https://www.tahawultech.com/vendor/kingston-digital-refereshes-canvas-card-series/

PayBy launches mobile payment services in the UAE

As the world is battling the COVID-19 pandemic, consumers and businesses are increasingly looking for payment solutions that are convenient, … https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/payby-launches-mobile-payment-services-in-the-uae/

ESET named a 'Top Player' for APT protection

Global cybersecurity firm ESET has been recognised as a ‘Top Player’ in Radicati’s 2020 Market Quadrant APT Protection Report, covering the APT Protection segment of the Security Market. https://www.tahawultech.com/vendor/eset-named-a-top-player-for-apt-protection/

OKI Europe launches new smart MFP with advanced authentication

OKI Europe has launched the MC883, a user-friendly A3 colour smart multifunction printer (MFP) for the professional services sector where fast, accurate and secure document management is essential to meeting client needs. https://www.tahawultech.com/vendor/oki-europe-smart-mfp-mc883/

Huawei, University of Sharjah sign MoU to empower local ICT talent

The University of Sharjah and Huawei have signed recently a new a memorandum of understanding to further nurture and equip … https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/huawei-university-of-sharjah-mou-digital-skills-ict/

Kaspersky helps healthcare firms thwart cyber threats amid COVID-19 pandemic

It is imperative for hospitals and medical institutions to ensure the stability of medical equipment and that data is constantly available for medical personnel, while also protecting the privacy of their patients’ critical information. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/healthcare/kaspersky-helps-healthcare-firms-thwart-cyber-threats-amid-covid-19-pandemic/

Snap shares reliable tips to prevent coronavirus with new creative tools

Snap has rolled out new creative tools to help keep people stay informed and be aware about the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. https://www.tahawultech.com/lifestyle/snap-shares-reliable-tips-to-prevent-coronavirus-with-new-creative-tools/

Abu Dhabi launches 'Digital Learning Challenge'

Abu Dhabi School of Government (ADSG) has launched the Digital Learning Challenge, as part of Abu Dhabi government’s ‘Digital Month’. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/education/abu-dhabi-launches-digital-learning-challenge/

Removing admin rights can help mitigate Microsoft vulnerabilities: BeyondTrust

BeyondTrust has released the seventh edition of its Microsoft Vulnerabilities Report, which showed provides the latest annual breakdown into security vulnerabilities facing organisations today. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/removing-admin-mitigate-microsoft-vulnerabilities-beyondtrust/

Facebook to tackle misinformation on COVID-19

Facebook has announced that it is stepping up its efforts to combat harmful misinformation being circulated in relation to the … https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/facebook-to-tackle-misinformation-on-covid-19/

stc Saudi Arabia digitises over 7 million contracts

stc has revealed that the number of paper contracts that the company dispensed with due to digitisation amounted to 7 million annual contracts. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/saudi-arabia/stc-saudi-arabia-digitises-over-7-million-contracts/

TRA ensures connectivity in UAE hospitals amid coronavirus pandemic

The UAE Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has announced plans to ensure network connectivity within hospitals and medical facilities in the … https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/tra-connectivity-uae-hospitals-coronavirus/

Dubai turns to advanced tech for city-wide disinfection drive

Over the weekend, as part of the national sterilisation programme, Dubai has disinfected 129 of its sites and buildings and 23 public areas in the emirate. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/dubai-advanced-tech-city-wide-disinfection-coronavirus/

Microsoft are ‘banking’ on technology

CNME Editor Mark Forker sat down with Patrice Amann, Regional Leader – EMEA Financial Services at Microsoft, to discuss how … https://www.tahawultech.com/interviews/microsoft-are-banking-on-technology/

What we can learn from Earth Hour during the pandemic

Ken Hu, Deputy Chairman at Huawei Technologies, explains what we can learn from Earth Hour during the COVID-19 pandemic. With … https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/opinion/what-we-can-learn-from-earth-hour-during-the-pandemic/

HP launches BeOnline program to support distance learning in the Middle East

HP Inc. announced the launch of BeOnline program in collaboration with Classera, the leader in Learning Management Systems, and Mirai, … https://www.tahawultech.com/region/middle-east/hp-launches-beonline-program-to-support-distance-learning-in-the-middle-east/

Unboxing: eufy Security Video Doorbell

eufy Security Video Doorbell features: – 2K Resolution – Free 16GB Local Storage – Facial Snapshot Notifications – 180-Day Battery … https://www.tahawultech.com/video/unboxing-eufy-security-video-doorbell/

Apple releases COVID-19 app and website

As the US hits the highest number of COVID-19 cases worldwide, Apple released a new screening tool and set of … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/mobility/international/us/apple-covid-19-coronavirus-app-website-outbreak/

Four steps to ensure business continuity when employees are working remotely

To help businesses remain productive, support remote workers and protect against cyber-attacks, IT departments are focused on making sure that … https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/four-steps-to-ensure-business-continuity-when-employees-are-working-remotely/

Moro Hub empowering the next generation of digital services

In the latest of our series of interviews for GovTech, Mohammad Bin Sulaiman, CEO of Moro Hub, outlines how the … https://www.tahawultech.com/features/moro-hub-digital-transformation-with-avaya-ucaas-ccaas/

Schneider Electric: Reduce your energy bills while working from home

To stay connected with our colleagues, remote working requires greater usage of electricity and energy, Schneider Electric experts recommend that will help you work sustainably from home. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/energy/schneider-electric-working-from-home-reduct-energy-bills/

SANS helps parents protect children online

SANS Security Awareness, a division of the SANS Institute, is providing a free “Secure Your Kids Online” resource kit to help parents and guardians protect their kids online. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/sans-helps-parents-protect-children-online/

Bosch on how smart video surveillance will evolve in the IoT era

Hakan Ozyigit, regional director, Security Systems and Building Technologies, Bosch Middle East, discusses the evolution of the smart video surveillance. https://www.tahawultech.com/interviews/bosch-hakan-ozyigit-smart-video-surveillance-iot-era/

D-Link Middle East set to revolutionise SMB/SOHO businesses

As an established networking veteran in the region, D-Link Middle East and Africa (MEA) has observed SMB and SOHO segments increasing their IT budgets with each passing year. https://www.tahawultech.com/vendor/dlink-middle-east-set-to-revolutionise-smb-soho-businesses/

Mindware signs distribution agreement with Mitel

Mindware, the prominent Value Added Distributor in the Middle East and Africa, announced the signing of a distribution agreement with … https://www.tahawultech.com/region/middle-east/mindware-signs-distribution-agreement-with-mitel/

Sheikh Hamdan launches new campaign in light of COVID-19

Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, has issued … https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/sheikh-hamdan-launches-new-campaign-in-light-of-covid-19/

First Abu Dhabi Bank backs distance learning in UAE

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) has partnered with the Ministry of Education to support its distance learning platform. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/financial-services/first-abu-dhabi-bank-backs-distance-learning-in-uae/

COVID-19: UAE ministry turns to blockchain, smart tech for seamless processes

The Ministry of Community Development has introduced new procedure to allow seamless processes across all its customer happiness centres for the benefit of the general public across the UAE. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/government/covid-19-uae-ministry-blockchain-smart-tech-seamless-processes/

How cloud-native app development can help future-proof your business

Adopting a cloud-native strategy can provide organisations with a significant competitive advantage for many years to come, says Erica Langhi, EMEA senior solutions architect, Red Hat. https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/cloud-native-app-development-future-proof-your-business/

HMD Global throws hat into 5G smartphone ring with new Nokia launches

HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, has recently unveiled three new Nokia smartphones, a new member of the Originals family and its brand-new hassle-free data roaming service. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/hmd-global-throws-hat-into-5g-smartphone-ring-with-new-nokia-launches/

Ginp banking malware takes advantage of coronavirus crisis: Kaspersky

Kaspersky researchers revealed that the infamous Ginp banking Trojan has acquired a new functionality – that takes advantage of the coronavirus outbreak. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/kaspersky-ginp-banking-trojan-coronavirus/

New hacking group targets industrial firms: Kaspersky

Kaspersky has recently uncovered a new hacking group that is currently targeting organisations in the industrial sector. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/kaspersky-wildpressure-hacking-group-middle-east/

Facebook, Sky News Arabia launch COVID-19 interactive live news show

Sky News Arabia (SNA) has announced the launch of a new daily interactive Live news show, dedicated to examining the … https://www.tahawultech.com/region/middle-east/facebook-sky-news-arabia-launch-covid-19-interactive-live-news-show/

Orange Egypt, Avaya support distance learning to contain coronavirus outbreak

Orange Egypt and Avaya have partnered to jointly enable all educational institutions in the country to implement remote learning initiatives. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/orange-egypt-avaya-support-distance-learning-to-contain-coronavirus-outbreak/

Ministry of Health & Prevention launch 'Virtual Doctor'

The Ministry of Health & Prevention in the United Arab Emirates have launched a new medical assessment tool called ‘Virtual … https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/healthcare/ministry-of-health-prevention-launch-virtual-doctor/

Apple introduces full third-party cookie blocking on Safari

Apple has released an update to Intelligent Tracking Prevention (ITP) in iOS and iPadOS 13.4 and Safari 13.1 on macOS … https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/apple-introduces-full-third-party-cookie-blocking-on-safari/

37% of UAE firms shift to remote work due to COVID-19

With more than one-third (37%) of UAE firms planning to shift to remote work due to the COVID-19 coronavirus public … https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/37-of-uae-firms-shift-to-remote-work-due-to-covid-19/

Renters searching for homes online surge amid coronavirus fears

In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, UAE renters are making decisions about their next rental home from their digital devices, according to proptech startup Urban. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/property/renters-searching-for-homes-online-surge-amid-coronavirus-fears/

Sharjah Performing Arts Academy rolls out online application process

More than 40 applicants from six countries have used the online audition and interview process to enter the Sharjah Performing Arts Academy (SPAA). https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/sharjah-performing-arts-academy-online-application-process/

SANS offers free kit to secure home workers

SANS Security Awareness, a division of the SANS Institute, has created the “Securely Working from Home” Deployment Kit. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/sans-offers-free-kit-to-secure-home-workers/

Dubai warns against heightened risks of cyber-attacks

The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has called on financial institutions to stay vigilant as cyber-attacks, phishing attempts and fraud increase amid the coronavirus pandemic. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/financial-services/dubai-warns-against-heightened-risks-of-cyber-attacks/

UAE TRA authorises VoIP tools amid the coronavirus pandemic

The UAE Telecommunications and Regulatory Authority (TRA) has announced a number of video and voice calling apps have been temporarily authorised for use in the country. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uae-tra-authorises-voip-tools-amid-the-coronavirus-pandemic/

Raqmiyat, Kore.ai partner to offer conversational AI- powered virtual assistants

Regional systems integrator and provider of digital transformation solutions and services Raqmiyat has announced the partnership with Kore.ai, a globally … https://www.tahawultech.com/channel/raqmiyat-kore-ai-partner-to-offer-conversational-ai-powered-virtual-assistants/

What the coronavirus pandemic can teach us about network security

There are some interesting parallels between cybersecurity and epidemiology – starting from people not really wanting to talk about the icky stuff. https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/opinion/coronavirus-pandemic-network-security/

Big Tech answers calls to ease network congestion

Some of the world’s largest technology companies have responded to calls to ease network congestion as part of an effort … https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/big-tech-answers-calls-to-ease-network-congestion/

Coronavirus in UAE: Central Bank urges people to utilise online platforms

The Central Bank of the UAE has called on bank customers to take advantage of digital and online banking services to as a measure to ensure the health and safety of residents amid the coronavirus pandemic. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/coronavirus-in-uae-central-bank-urges-people-to-utilise-online-platforms/

Huawei extends product warranty to ensure customer health in the UAE

Huawei users are being offered extended warranty on a range of products as a precautionary measure to prevent the COVID-19 … https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/huawei-extends-product-warranty-to-ensure-customer-health-in-the-uae/

3 ways of using AI for good

Imperative that the public sector and businesses work together to ensure a values-driven approach to the design and use of … https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/3-ways-ai-is-being-used-for-good/

Apple to expand App Store to 20 new countries

Apple is expanding its App Store to 20 new countries later this year, the company announced in a post on … https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/apple-to-expand-app-store-to-20-new-countries/

ThreatQuotient on accelerating enterprises' threat detection and response

ThreatQuotient regional director for Middle East and Pakistan Firas Ghanem discusses how the company can play a role in enabling the success of cybersecurity strategies. https://www.tahawultech.com/video/threatquotient-on-accelerating-enterprises-threat-detection-and-response/

Sheikh Mohammed holds virtual meeting with UAE cabinet

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, vice president and prime minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has recently chaired a cabinet meeting online. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/government/sheikh-mohammed-holds-virtual-meeting-with-uae-cabinet/

The Dubai Mall helps retailers address coronavirus challenges with virtual store

Emaar Malls has announced that The Dubai Mall is set to open virtual store as part of its support to tenants in the wake of business challenges related to the Covid-19 crisis. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/retail/the-dubai-mall-coronavirus-challenges-virtual-store/

Ministry outlines plan to enable seamless distance learning in UAE

The Ministry of Education (MoE) has rolled out a distance learning system for two weeks, targeting all students in the UAE’s schools and higher education institutions. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/ministry-outlines-plan-to-enable-seamless-distance-learning-in-uae/

HP products reflect its commitment to ‘sustainability’

HP held its Partner First Roadshow at the Ritz-Carlton Dubai and CNME Editor Mark Forker, was on hand to find … https://www.tahawultech.com/channel/hp-products-reflect-its-commitment-to-sustainability/

"Our partners are at the center of everything we do": HP's Umesh Tiwari

Reseller ME spoke to Umesh Tiwari, Channel Head for Middle East, Saudi, East Africa & Turkey, HP to find out … https://www.tahawultech.com/channel/our-partners-are-at-the-center-of-everything-we-do-hps-umesh-tiwari/

Coronavirus: Tech events cancelled, postponed in the Gulf region

As the world reels to curb the spread of the coronavirus, major events across the globe from concerts to sporting events to conferences have been cancelled or postponed. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/coronavirus-tech-events-cancelled-postponed-in-the-gulf-region/

Facebook to launch Arabic third-party fact-checking

Facebook announced that it will be launching third-party fact-checking in Arabic across the MENA region in partnership with Fatabyyano, an … https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/facebook-to-launch-arabic-third-party-fact-checking/

TP-Link Archer AX1100: a gamer's best friend

Aimed at the gaming crowd, TP-Link’s new Archer AX1100 router touts an edgy design backed by support for the latest Wi-Fi 6 standard. https://www.tahawultech.com/reviews/review-tp-link-archer-ax1100/

We are in the business of reimagining commerce: Geometry MD

Increasing numbers of digital natives are reshaping retail and customer experience. Nick Walsh, Managing Director – MENA, Geometry discusses how … https://www.tahawultech.com/channel/we-are-in-the-business-of-reimagining-commerce-geometry-md/

CNS: A Titan in the Middle East IT Ecosystem

CNME Editor Mark Forker spoke with Hatem Hariri, Managing Director at Computer Network Systems (CNS) to understand how the tech-centric … https://www.tahawultech.com/magazines/cns-a-titan-in-the-middle-east-it-ecosystem/

Our growth strategy is centred on developing partnerships with vendors of global repute: Hiperdist

Santosh Sansare, Group General Manager, Hiperdist, elaborates on the company’s deep expertise across Middle East and African markets and discusses … https://www.tahawultech.com/channel/our-growth-strategy-is-centred-on-developing-partnerships-with-vendors-of-global-repute-hiperdist/

"Innovation is in our DNA": TekSalah's CEO

CNME Editor Mark Forker secured an exclusive interview with Murali Konasani, CEO of TekSalah, to find out how the company’s … https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/innovation-is-in-our-dna-teksalahs-ceo/

How ATC and Digital Okta transform digital visions into reality

Feras Al Jabi, SVP, ATC and Itqan Global for Cloud and Digital Computing Systems (Digital Okta), discusses why the two companies are the right partners of choice for a seamless and secure transformation to the cloud. https://www.tahawultech.com/interviews/how-atc-digital-okta-transform-digital-vision-into-reality/

Raqmiyat on providing best-in-class solutions for banking and financial sector

CNME secured an exclusive interview with Melvin D’Souza, Vice President – BFS Business Unit Head, at Raqmiyat to discuss how … https://www.tahawultech.com/magazines/raqmiyat-on-providing-best-in-class-solutions-for-banking-and-financial-sector/

Mindware CEO on offering a superior transactional experience to the channel community

Partners are key to Mindware’s marketplace, as the company embarks on its cloud platform with more cybersecurity vendors. In an … https://www.tahawultech.com/channel/mindware-ceo-on-offering-a-superior-transactional-experience-to-the-channel-community/

CPI Media Group launches DigiTalks, a new series of virtual discussions

CPI Media Group has announced that they will host DigiTalks, a new series of virtual discussions to address the challenges … https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/cpi-media-group-launches-digitalks-a-new-series-of-virtual-discussions/

ITQAN Global: Agents of transformation

The COVID-19 pandemic has severely disrupted global supply chains, grounded flights and forced businesses to embrace the concept of ‘remote … https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/itqan-global-agents-of-transformation/

ToTok launches ToTok Pay

ToTok, an instant messaging app used regularly by more than 20 million people across the world, has launched ToTok Pay, … https://www.tahawultech.com/lifestyle/totok-launches-totok-pay/

Avaya Spaces granted TRA approval

US communications software behemoth Avaya has praised the decison by the UAE’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority to approve its cloud-based Avaya … https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/avaya-spaces-granted-tra-approval/

UAE to provide free internet to support distance learning

UAE telcos Etisalat and du are reportedly providing free internet data via mobile phones to families who don’t have internet at home, the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) said. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uae-provide-free-internet-to-support-distance-learning/

What the coronavirus outbreak can teach us about cybersecurity

Brian Pinnock, cyber resilience expert, Mimecast, discusses the uncanny similarities between the human responses to the coronavirus outbreak and cybersecurity incidents. https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/what-the-coronavirus-outbreak-can-teach-us-about-cybersecurity/

GEMS Education teams up with tech giant to upskill schools in UAE

GEMS Education has announced its collaboration with IBM to launch a pilot programme introducing IBM Digital – Nation platform. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/education/gems-education-ibm-upskill-schools-uae/

Huawei, Deloitte publish whitepaper on combating COVID-19 with 5G

In collaboration with Huawei, Deloitte has published a new whitepaper discussing how key features of 5G can synergise with other … https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/huawei-deloitte-publish-whitepaper-on-combating-covid-19-with-5g/

Avaya Spaces gets UAE TRA approval

Avaya has commended the approach to public-private partnerships being taken by the UAE TRA, following the confirmation that the cloud-based Avaya Spaces collaboration app has been approved for use in the country. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/avaya-spaces-gets-uae-tra-approval/

Unboxing: Realme 6

Realme 6 comes in three iterations — one with 6GB of RAM and 64GB of storage; another with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage; and the top-end variant with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. https://www.tahawultech.com/video/unboxing-realme-6/

Smart Dubai touts smart solutions for enabling business continuity

Smart Dubai offers a range of solutions to support the measures outlined by Dubai Government to offer its employees flexible working conditions, according to Dr Aisha bint Butti bin Bishr, Director General of Smart Dubai. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/smart-dubai-smart-solutions-for-enabling-business-continuity/

AWS on connected cars, cloud and cybersecurity

Amazon Web Services (AWS) shares insights into why cloud is vital in enabling the secure and seamless deployment of autonomous cars. https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/aws-connected-cars-cloud-cybersecurity/

Big Tech joins forces to fight COVID-19 misinformation

Facebook, Google, LinkedIn, Microsoft, Reddit, Twitter, and YouTube have issue a joined statement on the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak to fight … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/big-tech-joins-forces-to-fight-covid-19-misinformation/

BeyondTrust supports enterprise amid coronavirus outbreak free secure remote access to enterprises

BeyondTrust is offering its Secure Remote Access solutions free for 90 days to help organisations support expanded remote workforces due to coronavirus (COVID-19). https://www.tahawultech.com/enterprise/beyondtrust-secure-remote-access-enterprises-amid-coronavirus-outbreak/

IBM receives UAE Emiratisation Award by MOHRE

IBM has announced that it won the UAE Emiratisation Award in the “high-tech establishments category” by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) for implementing Emiratisation initiatives and supporting UAE national employees. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/ibm-receives-uae-emiratisation-award-by-mohre/

ServiceNow releases COVID-19 emergency response apps

ServiceNow announced a customer care plan to support its public and private sector customers in managing the COVID-19 pandemic. As … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/mobility/international/us/servicenow-covid-19-coronavirus-emergency-apps-customer-care/

AI helps organisations grow profits 80% faster: study

Global research highlights how organisations are capitalising on emerging technologies, such as AI, to enhance finance and operations for competitive … https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/ai-helps-organisations-grow-profits-80-faster-study/

Better together: a look at Dubai's first Women in Tech community

CNME sat down with Ming Hu, Yasmine Fadel and Roxana Jula, the women behind Dubai’s first Women in Tech community, … https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/better-together-a-look-at-dubais-first-women-in-tech-community/

UAE MOHAP launches COVID-19 Virtual Doctor

The UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) has extended its Virtual Doctor initiative to include a COVID-19 online assessment … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/uae-mohap-launches-covid-19-virtual-doctor/

Ten AI predictions for 2020

Emma Hitzke, Senior Product Marketing Director, Emerging Tech, Oracle, reflects on what to expect with AI in 2020 with these … https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/ten-ai-predictions-for-2020/

Ooredoo accelerates cybersecurity in Oman with new deal

Ooredoo, the Sultanate’s digital partner of choice for businesses, has entered into a strategic partnership with the National Security Services Group (NSSG). https://www.tahawultech.com/region/oman/ooredoo-nssg-cybersecurity-oman/

Omantel selects Ericsson to manage its nationwide multi-vendor networks

Omantel has renewed and expanded its Managed Services agreement with Ericsson for a further five years. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/oman/omantel-ericsson-manage-nationwide-multi-vendor-networks/

HPE unveils '5G-as-a-service' suite

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) has announced a new portfolio of as-a-service offerings to help telecommunications companies build and deploy open 5G networks. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/global/hpe-unveils-5g-as-a-service-suite/

Dubai-based cosmetics manufacturing firm enhances operations with Epicor ERP

Epoch Cosmetics and Toiletries has selected Epicor ERP to improve manufacturing and warehousing operations and streamline information flow across the company. https://www.tahawultech.com/vendor/dubai-based-cosmetics-manufacturing-firm-enhances-operations-with-epicor-erp/

VAD Technologies to distribute Prime Computer products in Middle East

VAD Technologies and the Swiss IT hardware manufacturer Prime Computer have announced a distribution partnership for the Middle East. https://www.tahawultech.com/channel/vad-technologies-prime-computer-products-middle-east/

StarLink, Imperva ink distribution partnership

StarLink, a value-added distributor in the Middle East, Turkey and Africa (META), has announced its partnership with Imperva to distribute … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/starlink-imperva-ink-distribution-partnership/

UAE launches website for coronavirus awareness

The Abu Dhabi Department of Health (DoH) has launched an official website to inform the community about new coronavirus, COVID-19, outbreak. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uae-launches-website-for-coronavirus-awareness/

Hiperdist inks distribution deal with Forcepoint

Hiperdist, a value-added distributor in the UAE, has announced a strategic deal with global cybersecurity vendor Forcepoint for distribution in … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/hiperdist-inks-distribution-deal-with-forcepoint/

du supports UAE's remote learning initiatives

du has announced its collaboration with the Ministry of Education to support remote learning and online educational platforms for students and faculty members. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/education/du-supports-uaes-remote-learning-initiatives/

Abu Dhabi to enhance services with 'Digital Month' initiative

The Abu Dhabi Government has announced the ‘Digital Month’ initiative in a bid to further drive the UAE leadership’s vision to utilise information technology to better serve the community and advance government services, WAM reported. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/abu-dhabi-to-enhance-services-with-digital-month-initiative/

White House turns to tech companies to combat COVD-19

White House officials have held a special meeting with leaders from the US tech industry as part of their response … https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/white-house-turns-to-tech-companies-to-combat-covd-19/

Ring unveils new Ring Video Doorbell 3

Ring, whose mission is to make neighbourhoods safer, unveiled its new, next-generation Video Doorbell, Ring Video Doorbell 3. With improved … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/ring-unveils-new-ring-video-doorbell-3/

ToTok 'calls' on Apple and Google to reverse ban

ToTok has reiterated its calls for US technology behemoths Apple and Google to reverse their decision to remove them from … https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/totok-calls-on-apple-and-google-to-reverse-ban/

IBM Watson can now debate with humans on complex topics

IBM has announced several new IBM Watson technologies designed to help organisations begin identifying, understanding and analysing some of the most challenging aspects of the English language with greater clarity, for greater insights. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/ibm-watson-can-now-debate-with-humans-on-complex-topics/

SecureLink inks distribution partnership with Cloud Range

SecureLink, a risk advisory firm based in Dubai has announced a distribution agreement with Cloud Range, a global provider of … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/securelink-inks-distribution-partnership-with-cloud-range/

Spectrami, CloudSEK partner to enhance digital risk monitoring

Regional value-added distributor Spectrami has announced a strategic distribution partnership with CloudSEK to provide its digital risk monitoring solutions across … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/spectrami-cloudsek-partner-to-enhance-digital-risk-monitoring/

Ericsson supports gender equality program in tech sector

Swedish telecommunications provider Ericsson has reinforced its calls for gender diversity in the ICT sector by supporting an initiative that … https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/ericsson-supports-gender-equality-program-in-tech-sector/

NetApp acquires Talon Storage

NetApp, a leader in cloud data services, announced that it acquired Talon Storage, a leader in next-generation software-defined storage solutions … https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/netapp-acquires-talon-storage/

To bee or not to bee: saving bees with Oracle Cloud

Deputy Editor Giorgia Guantario takes a look at how Oracle and The World Bee Project are trying to solve the … https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/to-bee-or-not-to-bee-saving-bees-with-oracle-cloud/

UAE zoo turns to AI to preserve wildlife

Al Ain Zoo has announced a new project, which will see the entity conduct pilot tests for the use of AI to identify animals individually using a face or skin imprint. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uae-zoo-turns-to-ai-to-preserve-wildlife/

Kaspersky OS: the platform to a 'connected' world

Amir Kanaan, Managing Director, Middle East, Turkey & Africa, at Kaspersky, discusses how the cybersecurity firm has established itself as one of the most reliable security vendors in the IT ecosystem. https://www.tahawultech.com/features/kaspersky-os-the-platform-to-a-connected-world/

Reseller Middle East Forum 2020 – Insights from the channel

TahawulTech.com and Reseller Middle East are proud to announce the third edition of the Reseller Middle East Forum 2020 – … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/reseller-middle-east-forum-2020-insights-from-the-channel/

How the ICT industry is fighting the coronavirus outbreak

As coronavirus continues to raise concerns across the globe, Deputy Editor Giorgia Guantario takes a look at how technology can … https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/how-technology-can-help-with-coronavirus-covid-19/

Adversaries leveraging privileged accounts for cyber-attacks increase

Vectra AI has announced that there is a major security gap that is obvious, important and urgent: the ability to know if privileged accounts and services are compromised. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/privileged-accounts-cyber-attacks-increase-vectra/

How Invenio is transforming tax processes in the GCC

Deputy Editor Giorgia Guantario sat down with Chandan Vashista, SVP & BU Leader – Public Sector at Invenio, to understand … https://www.tahawultech.com/features/how-invenio-is-transforming-tax-processes-in-the-gcc/

DIFC driving gender equality in the workplace

CNME Editor Mark Forker spoke to Alya Hussain Al Zarouni, Executive Vice President – Operations at DIFC, to find out … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/difc-driving-gender-equality-in-the-workplace/

Abu Dhabi Ports to bring autonomous tech to maritime operations

Abu Dhabi Ports has announced its collaboration with a global commercial vessel designer and tugboat firm, Robert Allan, to develop the world’s first fully unmanned autonomous commercial marine tugs. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/abu-dhabi-ports-autonomous-tech-maritime-operations/

Dubai postpones cybersecurity conference due to coronavirus concern

The Gulf Information Security Exhibition and Conference, one of the region’s largest cybersecurity event, has been moved to later date over coronavirus concerns. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/dubai-postpones-gisec-cybersecurity-conference-coronavirus/

Dubai launches new security standard for industrial control systems

Dubai Electronic Security Center (DESC) has launched an Industrial Control Systems (ICS) Security Standard for Dubai. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/dubai-security-standard-industrial-control-systems/

Women in tech: celebrating International Women’s Day 2020

In celebration of International Women’s Day, we spoke with female executives in the tech industry to find out how their company and, how they as individuals, are empowering women. https://www.tahawultech.com/features/women-in-tech-celebrating-international-womens-day-2020/

Siemens signs 10-year lease agreement with District 2020

District 2020 has announced that one of its key anchor tenants, Siemens, will grow its presence within its innovation ecosystem … https://www.tahawultech.com/region/middle-east/siemens-signs-10-year-lease-agreement-with-district-2020/

Instant messaging app Totok launches coronavirus live updates feature

Instant messaging app ToTok has launched a new feature that provides its users with the latest developments on coronavirus (COVID-19). https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/totok-launches-coronavirus-live-updates-feature/

Kaspersky calls on tech startups for the second edition of Open Innovation Hub

Kaspersky has announced the second edition of its Open Innovation Program, which is designed to foster collaboration with innovative tech startups. https://www.tahawultech.com/enterprise/startup/tech-startups-kaspersky-second-open-innovation-hub/

How microelectronics can make flying cars more sustainable

Arda Arslan, regional director, Automotive Aftermarket, Bosch Middle East, Turkey and Iran, discusses how microelectronics can help flying cars reduce energy consumption and minimise costs. https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/blogs/bosch-microelectronics-flying-cars/

Saft launches advanced remote monitoring solution for industrial nickel batteries

Saft has launched Intelli-Connect, a powerful digital monitoring solution that allows battery fleet operators to remotely monitor the condition of a limitless number of nickel-technology batteries. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/saft-launches-advanced-remote-monitoring-solution-for-industrial-nickel-batteries/

UAE residents can now request for a search and rescue helicopter with this app

The UAE National Search and Rescue Centre (NSRC) has launched a smartphone application at the Search and Rescue conference in Abu Dhabi. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uae-residents-can-now-request-for-a-search-and-rescue-helicopter-with-this-app/

GovTech Innovation Awards to host panel discussion on the next digital decade

In a compelling panel discussion taking place at GovTech Innovation Awards 2020, government thought-leaders will examine how emerging technologies will … https://www.tahawultech.com/region/middle-east/govtech-innovation-awards-to-host-panel-discussion-on-the-next-digital-decade/

Corning executive says UAE is driving 5G adoption

CNME Editor Mark Forker spoke to Juan Colina, Regional Director, Corning Optical Communications, Middle East, to find out its aspirations … https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/corning-executive-says-uae-is-driving-5g-adoption/

Western Digital introduces WD_Black storage solutions to the Middle East

Western Digital has recently introduced a portfolio of external storage solutions in the Middle East purpose-built for PC and console gamers. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/western-digital-wdblack-storage-middle-east/

Western Digital launches gaming portfolio in the UAE

Western Digital has recently introduced a portfolio of external storage solutions in the Middle East purpose-built for PC and console gamers. https://www.tahawultech.com/video/western-digital-launches-gaming-portfolio-in-the-uae/

Rackspace's EMEA VP Global Solutions on their expansion in the Middle East

Tahawultech.com secured an interview with Simon Crawley-Trice, VP Global Solutions and Services, EMEA, Rackspace to discuss the American managed cloud … https://www.tahawultech.com/region/middle-east/rackspace-vp-simon-crawley-trice-on-middle-east-expansion-cloud/

UAE's Ai Everything summit postponed over coronavirus concerns

One of the major AI summits in the region, Ai Everything, which is originally scheduled to take place from 10th to 11th March has been postponed, the organisers revealed on the event’s website. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uaes-ai-everything-summit-postponed-coronavirus/

Huawei Enterprise BG reveals new partner development strategy

Ramping up its global technology ecosystem, Huawei’s Enterprise Business Group (BG) recently announced a new partner development strategy named “Profitability, … https://www.tahawultech.com/channel/huawei-enterprise-bg-reveals-new-partner-development-strategy/

The importance of creating the right 'culture' in Industry 4.0 - Epicor

Amel Gardner, Regional Vice President, Middle East, Africa & India at Epicor, has outlined six key steps businesses must take … https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/the-importance-of-creating-the-right-culture-in-industry-4-0-epicor/

Rackspace expands Middle East presence

Rackspace is investing heavily across Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) in 2020 as part of its overall strategy to … https://www.tahawultech.com/region/middle-east/rackspace-expands-middle-east-presence/

Opinion: Trade war fueling China's quest for tech autonomy

CNME Editor Mark Forker takes a closer look at how the trade war between the US and China is driving … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/opinion-trade-war-fueling-chinas-quest-for-tech-autonomy/

Automation Anywhere CIO outlines why it is the leader in RPA

CNME Editor Mark Forker managed to secure an exclusive interview with newly-appointed Automation Anywhere CIO, Yousuf Khan, to find out … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/automation-anywhere-cio-outlines-why-it-is-the-leader-in-rpa/

How to support remote working during the coronavirus outbreak

As the coronavirus outbreak continues to spread across the world, organisations are closing offices and mandating remote working. https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/remote-working-coronavirus-outbreak-beyondtrust/

UAE residents play a role in improving government services": Sheikh Mohammed

The UAE has launched a new ‘Mystery Shopper’ application to enhance the role of customers in enhancing the performance of government entities and efficiency of the services they provide. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/government/uae-mystery-shopper-app-government-services/

Western Digital aims to make cities 'smarter'

CNME Editor Mark Forker caught up with Khwaja Saifuddin, Senior Sales Director, Middle East at Western Digital, to find out … https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/western-digital-aims-to-make-cities-smarter/

"Diversity is our strength" - Ghinwa Baradhi

Tahawultech spoke to Ghinwa Baradhi, CIO at HSBC Bank Middle East, to find out how new technologies like blockchain will … https://www.tahawultech.com/interviews/diversity-is-our-strength-ghinwa-baradhi/

NCC UAE supports Dubai Police's Security Innovation Lab with new solutions

The National Computer Corporation UAE (NCC UAE) has recently taken part in the opening of the Security Innovation Lab in Dubai Police. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/ncc-uae-dubai-police-security-innovation-lab/

Machine learning to advance threat hunting capabilities: Linkshadow

LinkShadow has announced that it supports IDC with their recent whitepaper that talks about how adoption of machine learning based … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/machine-learning-to-advance-threat-hunting-capabilities-linkshadow/

Galaxy Z Flip to open a new decade of foldable mobile innovation: Samsung

Samsung Gulf has launched the Galaxy Z Flip, which was engineered with first-of-its-kind foldable glass, during an exclusive event in the UAE. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/galaxy-z-flip-to-open-a-new-decade-of-foldable-mobile-innovation-samsung/

Marking a new era of experience: Samsung Galaxy S20 series debuts in the UAE

Samsung Gulf Electronics has officially launched its latest flagship lineup in the UAE – the Galaxy S20 series. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/samsung-galaxy-s20-series-debuts-uae/

BASF taps Seidor MENA for business transformation project

Regional systems integrator and digital transformation company, Seidor, has announced that it has joined forces with BASF to support the … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/basf-taps-seidor-mena-for-business-transformation-project/

Lack of investments in digital tech hinder growth for GCC oil refiners

Around 88 percent of oil refiners in the GCC region say lack of investment in digital technology poses a significant threat to improving margins and lowers their competitive advantage. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/energy/lack-investments-digital-tech-hinder-growth-gcc-oil-refiners-bcg/

AVEVA announces software update for ship and engineering design

AVEVA has announced an important update to its AVEVA E3D design software that addresses the specific needs of the marine sector. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/aveva-announces-software-update-for-ship-and-engineering-design/

Organisations still lack trained staff to utilise cyber threat intelligence: report

Nearly 50% of organisations have a dedicated cyber threat intelligence team, but 57% cited a lack of trained staff or skills to fully utilise CTI. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/organisations-lack-trained-staff-utilise-cyber-threat-intelligence-report/

Uber unveils new 'child-friendly' service for Dubai families

Families residing in Dubai can now book a brand-new child-friendly service launched by Uber. https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uber-unveils-child-friendly-service-dubai-families/

ManageEngine launches privileged session management solution

ManageEngine, the IT management division of Zoho Corporation, has announced the launch of Access Manager Plus, a privileged session management solution for enterprises. https://www.tahawultech.com/vendor/manageengine-launches-privileged-session-management-solution/

Upstream oil and gas firms set to ramp up cybersecurity investments: report

Cybersecurity has emerged as the top focus of upstream oil and gas companies’ digital investments, according to a new report from Accenture. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/energy/upstream-oil-gas-ramp-up-cybersecurity-investments/