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Protect what matters most: Your digital life deserves a backup plan

World Backup Day on March 31 is a reminder that your data only has a future if you protect it today – and there are plenty of fast, durable and energy-efficient storage solutions available to you What are your most irreplaceable possessions? Photo albums? Legal documents? Family heirlooms? For most people, the answer used to lie somewhere in the physical world. But today, many of our most valuable possessions don’t exist in a drawer or a safe. They’re digital. And unlike a box of photos or old love letters, these digital treasures can vanish in an instant. That’s what makes … https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/protect-what-matters-most-your-digital-life-deserves-a-backup-plan/

World Backup Day: 2025 demands smarter backup strategy for individuals, businesses

Take the pledge on March 31 to protect your most valuable digital assets. Don’t be an April Fool. Back up your files. Your future self will thank you. In a world increasingly dependent on digital infrastructure, one accidental click, one failing hard drive, or one malicious ransomware attack can spell disaster. Imagine a photographer losing irreplaceable wedding photos due to a laptop crash, or a small business owner waking up to a completely wiped-out database. These scenarios, while terrifying, are all too real — and preventable. Enter World Backup Day, a global reminder that in the digital age, safeguarding our … https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/world-backup-day-2025-demands-smarter-backup-strategy-for-individuals-businesses/

Collaboration made easy using a work management platform

Firas Jadalla, Regional Director – Middle East, Turkey & Africa, Genetec Inc, discusses how work management platforms are transforming collaboration in security operations by streamlining workflows and enhancing efficiency as organisations grow in complexity.  https://www.tahawultech.com/features/collaboration-made-easy-using-a-work-management-platform/

Amazon Web Services’ global tour of collaborative spaces and AI experiences set for Dubai debut

AWS GenAI Loft Dubai in partnership with Dubai AI Campus and Nvidia to catalyse new wave of AI investment in UAE’s dominant startup ecosystem. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/amazon-web-services-global-tour-of-collaborative-spaces-and-ai-experiences-set-for-dubai-debut/

NIST adds SandboxAQ’s HQC Algorithm to list of post-quantum cryptography protocols

HQC is SandboxAQ’s second co-invented cryptographic algorithm selected by NIST, underscoring its leadership in defining the global standard for quantum-resistant cybersecurity   Dubai –  SandboxAQ announced that the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has officially selected HQC (Hamming Quasi-Cyclic) as the fifth algorithm in its suite of post-quantum cryptographic (PQC) standards. Out of these five algorithms, three will be used for signatures. The other two, HQC and ML-KEM, will be the NIST-approved algorithms that will protect the confidentiality of communications across the Internet, cellular networks, payment systems, and more.  The selection of HQC marks SandboxAQ’s second major contribution to … https://www.tahawultech.com/home-slide/nist-adds-sandboxaqs-hqc-algorithm-to-list-of-post-quantum-cryptography-protocols/

Landmark third edition of GITEX Africa Morocco announced in Marrakech

Ministry of Digital Transition and Administration Reform, the Digital Development Agency and GITEX Africa Morocco 2025 organiser announce the landmark third edition in Marrakech. https://www.tahawultech.com/home-slide/landmark-third-edition-of-gitex-africa-morocco-announced-in-marrakech/

Kaspersky discovers sophisticated Chrome zero-day exploit used in active attacks

Google has credited Kaspersky for uncovering and reporting the issue, reflecting the company’s ongoing commitment to collaboration with the global cybersecurity community and ensuring user safety. https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/kaspersky-discovers-sophisticated-chrome-zero-day-exploit-used-in-active-attacks/

Lenovo redefines business computing with the ThinkPad X9 Aura Edition

Lenovo launches ThinkPad X9 Aura Edition in the UAE, redefining business computing. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/lenovo-redefines-business-computing-with-the-thinkpad-x9-aura-edition/

Mindware to showcase AI, Cloud, and Digital Transformation at GITEX Africa 2025

Mindware to showcase AI, Cloud, and Digital Transformation at GITEX Africa 2025. https://www.tahawultech.com/enterprise/mindware-to-showcase-ai-cloud-and-digital-transformation-at-gitex-africa-2025/

Cohesity’s regional leadership further defined: Gregg Petersen takes on expanded role

Cohesity’s regional leadership further defined: Gregg Petersen takes on expanded role. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/cohesitys-regional-leadership-further-defined-gregg-petersen-takes-on-expanded-role/

NTT DATA launches agentic AI services for hyperscaler AI technologies

NTT DATA delivers end-to-end Agentic AI services to drive unprecedented efficiencies, accelerate innovation and deliver measurable business outcomes. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/ntt-data-launches-agentic-ai-services-for-hyperscaler-ai-technologies/

Yango Group and ROOTS unveil autonomous robots in Dubai

AI-powered last-mile delivery innovation enhances convenience and sustainability Dubai — Yango Group, a global tech company , has partnered with ROOTS, a leading food tech and retail company, to revolutionize last-mile delivery in Dubai. The latest innovation — autonomous delivery robots — has launched officially in Sobha Hartland, offering an eco-friendly and highly efficient solution for grocery deliveries. The state-of-the-art robots, designed to navigate urban landscapes with precision, are equipped with AI-driven navigation systems, advanced neural networks, and high-precision city mapping to seamlessly plan routes, avoid obstacles, and prioritize pedestrian safety. The 60-liter, temperature-controlled cargo compartment ensures that customers receive … https://www.tahawultech.com/business/yango-group-and-roots-unveil-autonomous-robots-in-dubai/

Rittal confirms JAGGAER platform to streamline procurement and enhance compliance

Rittal, Electrical Enclosure Specialist, Confirms JAGGAER to Streamline Procurement, Increase Transparency, and Enhance Compliance. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/rittal-confirms-jaggaer-platform-to-streamline-procurement-and-enhance-compliance/

AECOM appointed as master planner of Beyon’s digital city project

“A US$ 700 Million Landmark Development to Transform Bahrain’s Smart City Landscape”. https://www.tahawultech.com/channel/aecom-appointed-as-master-planner-of-beyons-digital-city-project/

Dell and NVIDIA celebrate one-year anniversary of their AI factory as they continue efforts to simplify Enterprise AI

Marking one year since the launch of the Dell AI Factory with NVIDIA, Dell Technologies has announced new AI PCs, infrastructure, software and services advancements to accelerate enterprise AI innovation at any scale.  Why it matters:   Successful AI deployments are vital for enterprises to remain competitive, but challenges like system integration and skill gaps can delay the value enterprises realize from AI. More than 75% of organizations want their infrastructure providers to deliver capabilities across all aspects of the AI adoption journey,[iii] driving customer demand for simplified AI deployments that can scale. As the top provider of AI centric infrastructure,[iv] … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/dell-and-nvidia-celebrate-one-year-anniversary-of-their-ai-factory-as-they-continue-efforts-to-simplify-enterprise-ai/

Tech Mahindra and NVIDIA collaborate to advance drug safety with agentic solution

Tech Mahindra and NVIDIA Collaborate to Advance Drug Safety with Agentic AI-Powered Pharmacovigilance Solution. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/tech-mahindra-and-nvidia-collaborate-to-advance-drug-safety-with-agentic-solution/

Comstor's partners can now access Cisco’s outstanding technology portfolio through AWS Marketplace

Rakesh Parbhoo, Executive Vice President, Westcon-Comstor MEA, discusses the impact of their partnership with Cisco for the channel and how they are included in the AWS Marketplace program. https://www.tahawultech.com/features/comstors-partners-can-now-access-ciscos-outstanding-technology-portfolio-through-aws-marketplace/

Hasnae Taleb and Jeff Ransdell to support UAE startups

Hasnae Taleb and Jeff Ransdell to Drive Innovation in UAE with a $45 Million to Support UAE Startups. https://www.tahawultech.com/enterprise/hasnae-taleb-and-jeff-ransdell-to-support-uae-startups/

Google signs agreement to acquire Wiz

Wiz’s products will continue to work and be available across all major clouds, including Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, and Oracle Cloud platforms, and will be offered to customers through an array of partner security solutions. https://www.tahawultech.com/channel/google-signs-agreement-to-acquire-wiz/

Sophos powers AI-driven cybersecurity in the UAE

Gerard Allison, Senior Vice-President of Sales for EMEA at Sophos, discusses the impact of AI-driven security solutions and how businesses can enhance digital resilience. Allison also highlights Sophos’ role in tackling ransomware, securing critical sectors, and leveraging Managed Detection and Response (MDR) to safeguard organisations against evolving cyber threats. https://www.tahawultech.com/features/sophos-powers-ai-driven-cybersecurity-in-the-uae/

"Measurement technology can help the KSA transition to a low-carbon economy, ensuring long-term resilience." - Jay Gadhavi, KROHNE

Jay Gadhavi, General Manager of KROHNE Middle East & Africa, has penned an excellent op-ed, in which he makes the case for how measurement technology is the key component in terms of enabling Saudi Arabia’s Green Vision 2030 objectives. Enabling Saudi Arabia’s Green Vision 2030 with Measurement Technology Saudi Arabia’s Green Vision 2030 is transforming the Kingdom’s economy, prioritizing sustainability, innovation, and resource efficiency. As the country moves toward a net-zero future, industries must adopt advanced technologies to track progress, reduce waste, and optimize operations. Measurement technology plays a critical role in this transition by providing the real-time data necessary … https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/opinion/measurement-technology-can-help-the-ksa-transition-to-a-low-carbon-economy-ensuring-long-term-resilience-jay-gadhavi-krohne/

VAST Data partners with NVIDIA on industry first that is designed to eliminate complex AI deployments

VAST Data, the AI data platform company, has today announced the availability of VAST InsightEngine starting with NVIDIA DGX systems and expanding to NVIDIA-Certified Systems from leading server providers. This powerful combination provides enterprise customers with a first-of-its-kind turnkey, real-time AI data processing and retrieval platform designed to eliminate the complexity of AI deployments while delivering fast, scalable, and secure data services. VAST InsightEngine with NVIDIA DGX converges instant automated data ingestion, exabyte-scale vector search, event-driven orchestration, and GPU-optimized inferencing into a single system with unified global enterprise-grade security – enabling businesses to efficiently accelerate AI adoption and time-to-value by … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/vast-data-partners-with-nvidia-on-industry-first-that-is-designed-to-eliminate-complex-ai-deployments/

ServiceNow strengthen its Agentic AI offering with $2.85bn acquisition of Moveworks

ServiceNow has significantly strengthened its Agentic AI proposition following the announcement of its $2.85bn acquisition of Moveworks, which will help accelerate enterprise AI adoption and innovation. The acquisition will combine ServiceNow’s agentic AI and automation strengths with Moveworks’ front-end AI assistant and enterprise search technology to unlock new experiences for every employee for every corner of the business. Following closing, together with Moveworks, ServiceNow – with thousands of AI agents already deployed – will continue to drive use of its agentic AI ServiceNow Platform to accelerate enterprise adoption and innovation across key growth areas including CRM. ServiceNow and Moveworks will … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/servicenow-strengthen-its-agentic-ai-offering-with-2-85bn-acquisition-of-moveworks/

"Tableflow makes it possible to build and scale the next generation of AI-driven applications." - Shaun Clowes, Confluent

Confluent have formally announced the general availability of Tableflow, which brings real-time business context to analytical systems to make AI and next-generation applications enterprise-ready. With Tableflow, all streaming data in Confluent Cloud can be accessed in popular open table formats, unlocking limitless possibilities for advanced analytics, real-time artificial intelligence (AI), and next-generation applications. Support for Apache Iceberg™ is now generally available (GA). And as a result of an expanded partnership with Databricks, a new early access program for Delta Lake is now open. Additionally, Tableflow now offers enhanced data storage flexibility and seamless integrations with leading catalog providers, including AWS … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/tableflow-makes-it-possible-to-build-and-scale-the-next-generation-of-ai-driven-applications-shaun-clowes-confluent/

F5’s multi-terabit VELOS hardware powers ambitious AI growth initiatives

VELOS hardware complements F5’s software and SaaS solution portfolio to optimise and secure every app and API in all types of IT environments. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/f5s-multi-terabit-velos-hardware-powers-ambitious-ai-growth-initiatives/

Alibaba Cloud's report find businesses intrigued by the potential of AI in achieving substantiality goals

Alibaba Cloud’s latest report “Tech-Driven Sustainability Trends and Index 2024” finds majority of businesses intrigued by the potential of AI in achieving sustainability goals, whilst energy consumption concerns persist. https://www.tahawultech.com/enterprise/alibaba-clouds-report-find-businesses-intrigued-by-the-potential-of-ai-in-achieving-substantiality-goals/

Abu Dhabi Government accelerates digital strategy with landmark Microsoft, G42 partnership

WASHINGTON DC —  The Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi (DGE), on behalf of the Abu Dhabi Government,  announced a significant agreement with Microsoft and Core42, a G42 company specialising in sovereign cloud, AI infrastructure and digital services, to implement a sovereign cloud system that unlocks increasing efficiencies and innovations in the provision of government services. According to WAM report, the multi-year agreement between the Abu Dhabi Government, Microsoft, and Core42 was made in the presence of H.H. Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Technology Council, … https://www.tahawultech.com/home-slide/abu-dhabi-government-accelerates-digital-strategy-with-landmark-microsoft-g42-partnership/

World’s largest AI Prompt Engineering championship opens registration  

AED 1 million in prize money up for grabs in Dubai-hosted global AI competition.  Dubai —Registration is open for the second edition of the Global Prompt Engineering Championship 2025 – the world’s largest generative AI prompt engineering competition that aims to cultivate a global community that exchanges expertise, knowledge, and innovations in the prompt engineering space. AI experts from around the world will compete in four categories – Art, Video, Gaming, and Coding – with a total prize pool of AED 1 million.   The championship offers creative local and global talents a platform to demonstrate their skills in the field … https://www.tahawultech.com/home-slide/worlds-largest-ai-prompt-engineering-championship-opens-registration/

"Customers don't need to reinvent the wheel when it comes to validating use-cases, they can use our AI Library" - Thibault Dousson

Thibault Dousson, Director, Services and Solutions Group, META at Lenovo, outlines to CNME Editor Mark Forker how their Gen AI-powered ‘Care of One’ platform is empowering workforces to be more effective and efficient through the use of artificial intelligence. Thibault Dousson is a seasoned veteran in the IT industry, and is recognised by many of his peers to be one of the most prominent thought leaders in the channel ecosystem across the Middle East and Africa. Dousson made his name at HP, before joining Lenovo in 2016. In 2022, he was appointed as Director of Services and Solutions Group for … https://www.tahawultech.com/interviews/customers-dont-need-to-reinvent-the-wheel-when-it-comes-to-validating-use-cases-they-can-use-our-ai-library-thibault-dousson/

OPPO aims to enhance AI strategy to deliver next-level mobile experiences

OPPO announces enhanced AI strategy to deliver next-level mobile AI experiences at OPPO AI Tech Summit during MWC25. https://www.tahawultech.com/home-slide/oppo-aims-to-enhance-ai-strategy-to-deliver-next-level-mobile-experiences/

Huawei heralds dawn of mobile AI era at MWC 2025

Convergence of 5G-Advanced and AI technologies creates unprecedented opportunities for carriers to transform into technology companies (techcos). https://www.tahawultech.com/news/huawei-heralds-dawn-of-mobile-ai-era-at-mwc-2025/

e& UAE, evision launch STARZ ON Business

New enterprise streaming service offers industry-specific entertainment and digital signage solutions for businesses Abu Dhabi – e& UAE and evision today announced the launch of STARZ ON Business, a pioneering over-the-top (OTT) TV service tailored specifically for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) and enterprise customers. The new service is set to transform the way businesses engage and entertain their customers, offering a unique mix of curated live TV and video on demand (VoD) content designed for various business verticals. Developed by evision the leading media & entertainment arm of e&, STARZ ON Business provides specialised tech and entertainment solutions tailored to the unique … https://www.tahawultech.com/business/e-uae-evision-launch-starz-on-business/

Op-Ed: The Wild West of Social Media - Economic Free Speech, Brand Safety, and the Looming Financial Risks

Konstantin Vladimirovich Tserazov, a seasoned fintech expert and former Senior Vice President at Otkritie Bank; examines in more detail the Wild West that is social media, and the brand implications and financial risks that this type of environment can foster in an exclusive op-ed for tahawultech.com. Trump’s return to the White House in January 2025 has emboldened a deregulatory ethos in U.S. social media. With platforms pivoting toward a less regulated, free-expression model — echoing Trump’s vocal critiques of corporate censorship — this move has unleashed a torrent of unfiltered information. Historically reliant on these ecosystems, advertisers now face a … https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/opinion/op-ed-the-wild-west-of-social-media-economic-free-speech-brand-safety-and-the-looming-financial-risks/

e& UAE launches ‘Save & Grow’ program, combining discounts with tree planting

Dubai — e& UAE, the flagship arm of e& and Kindred.co, a media commerce company operating in over 180 markets, has announced the launch of a first in the region innovative new programme, “Save & Grow” to the e& UAE app. This new addition elevates user experience by enabling users to save money while contributing a part of the revenue to environmental sustainability. e& UAE users can activate the “Save & Grow” programme through the e& UAE App, unlocking exclusive deals and discounts, and save an average of 10 per cent per transaction across more than 9000 online retailers such … https://www.tahawultech.com/business/e-uae-launches-save-grow-program-combining-discounts-with-tree-planting/

Oracle partners with Open Innovation AI to accelerate sovereign AI across EMEA

Abu Dhabi – Oracle partner and UAE-based technology company, Open Innovation AI, announced a collaboration with Oracle to help public and private sector organizations across the EMEA accelerate the adoption and deployment of sovereign AI solutions. Through its collaboration with Oracle, Open Innovation AI aims to enable organizations across the EMEA to harness the power of sovereign AI and maximize their ROI while complying with local regulations and data security requirements.   Oracle Cloud Infrastructure’s (OCI) AI infrastructure, which includes unique bare metal GPU instances, is powering Open Innovation AI’s end-to-end sovereign AI platform. This enables Open Innovation AI to  efficiently, … https://www.tahawultech.com/business/oracle-partners-with-open-innovation-ai-to-accelerate-sovereign-ai-across-emea/

Cloudflare announces launch of 2024 Transparency Reports: New data and format

Cloudflare recently released its 2024 Transparency Reports, featuring significant updates to both the data provided and the format used to present it. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/cloudflare-announces-launch-of-2024-transparency-reports-new-data-and-format/

Spectra Logic and StorIT announce partnership to enhance data management solutions

Spectra Logic and StorIT announce strategic partnership to enhance data management solutions across the GCC region. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/spectra-logic-and-storit-announce-partnership-to-enhance-data-management-solutions/

The First Group and HPE Aruba partner to drive hotel digital transformation

The First Group, the UAE’s leading property developer and hospitality specialist, has entered into a strategic partnership with HPE Aruba Networking to drive the digital transformation of its fast-growing portfolio of upscale hotels.    The collaboration marks a significant step forward in The First Group’s mission to streamline its operations while enhancing guest experiences and embedding sustainable practices across its property portfolio.   By leveraging HPE Aruba’s cutting-edge networking solutions, The First Group is set to deliver seamless, secure, and intelligent connectivity. These advancements will empower the company to integrate cutting-edge technologies, including Internet of Things (IoT) applications, which will improve energy … https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/the-first-group-and-hpe-aruba-partner-to-drive-hotel-digital-transformation/

"Our Hybrid AI Advantage empowers enterprises to validate use-cases within 90 days" - Patricia Wilkey, Lenovo

CNME Editor Mark Forker spoke to Patricia Wilkey, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Lenovo Solutions and Services Group, in a bid to learn more on their Hybrid AI Advantage offering, the need to validate AI use-cases – and the rise of Agentic AI. Patricia Wilkey has enjoyed a thoroughly impressive career in IT. She began her career as a financial analyst, and was the Chief Financial Officer at EDS Personal Communications Corp, before pivoting into strategy and sales at EDS Corporation. Wilkey has worked for global technology players such as HP and DXC Technology, prior to joining Lenovo … https://www.tahawultech.com/interviews/our-hybrid-ai-advantage-empowers-enterprises-to-validate-use-cases-within-90-days-patricia-wilkey-lenovo/

Smiles and Amazon.ae team up to provide Amazon Prime offers to customers in the UAE

This collaboration brings together the best of both worlds for customers in the UAE, combining Smiles’ innovative rewards ecosystem with the incremental value of Amazon Prime shopping, convenience and entertainment benefits. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/smiles-and-amazon-ae-team-up-to-provide-amazon-prime-offers-to-customers-in-the-uae/

Mozn ranked among the world’s top 50 companies in financial crime and compliance

Mozn becomes the only organisation from the region to be recognised in the Chartis Financial Crime and Compliance 50 (FCC50) report for its commitment to empowering financial institutions with AI-driven fraud prevention and AML compliance solutions. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/mozn-ranked-among-the-worlds-top-50-companies-in-financial-crime-and-compliance/

F5 accelerates AI at the edge for service providers with NVIDIA BlueField-3 DPUs

F5 BIG-IP Next Cloud-Native Network Functions deployed on NVIDIA BlueField-3 DPUs turbocharge data management and security, unlocking new edge AI innovations and driving the future of AI-RAN. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/f5-accelerates-ai-at-the-edge-for-service-providers-with-nvidia-bluefield-3-dpus/

Welcome to Gen4 storage

Say goodbye to HDDs and SATA drives with speedy Gen4 NVMe performance. https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/technology/welcome-to-gen4-storage/

"AI’s potential hinges on how effectively organizations manage and integrate their AI value chain," - James Fisher, Qlik

Qlik®, a global leader in data integration, data quality, analytics, and artificial intelligence, today announced findings from an IDC survey exploring the challenges and opportunities in adopting advanced AI technologies. The study highlights a significant gap between ambition and execution: while 89% of organizations have revamped data strategies to embrace Generative AI, only 26% have deployed solutions at scale. These results underscore the urgent need for improved data governance, scalable infrastructure, and analytics readiness to fully unlock AI’s transformative potential. The findings, published in an IDC InfoBrief sponsored by Qlik, arrive as businesses worldwide race to embed AI into workflows, … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/ais-potential-hinges-on-how-effectively-organizations-manage-and-integrate-their-ai-value-chain-james-fisher-qlik/

sccc by stc & Confluent to bring enterprise-ready data streaming to Saudi Arabia

Confluent Platform is now available as a fully managed service through (sccc by stc) Saudi Cloud Computing Company, delivering the power of real-time data to more businesses in the Kingdom. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/sccc-by-stc-confluent-to-bring-enterprise-ready-data-streaming-to-saudi-arabia/

IFS appoints Hannes Liebe as President, APJMEA

Liebe will seek accelerated growth across Asia Pacific, Japan, Middle East, and Africa. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/ifs-appoints-hannes-liebe-as-president-apjmea/

SandboxAQ joins the United Nations International Computing Centre's AI Hub as a founding member

Initial collaborations will focus on cryptographic discovery to strengthen the UN’s cybersecurity posture, with future projects focused on deploying Large Quantitative Models to address global challenges facing UNICC partners. https://www.tahawultech.com/enterprise/sandboxaq-joins-the-united-nations-international-computing-centres-ai-hub-as-a-founding-member/

Catch up on the extraordinary Women in Technology Forum and Awards 2025 

In celebration of International Women’s day, check out the highlights from our recent Women in Technology Forum and Awards 2025. https://www.tahawultech.com/features/catch-up-on-the-extraordinary-women-in-technology-forum-and-awards-2025/

UAE empowers women in tech to build a future-ready nation

The UAE’s leadership in empowering women in technology is a powerful embodiment of the 2025 IWD theme, “Accelerate Action.” By blending visionary governance, STEM education, and private-sector innovation, the UAE is not just keeping pace but setting the pace for gender equality in the digital era. The UAE’s commitment to empowering women in technology is not only a testament to its progressive values but also a recognition of the vital role women play in driving innovation and economic growth. As we celebrate International Women’s Day 2025, let us continue accelerating action towards gender parity in tech and empower women to … https://www.tahawultech.com/business/uae-empowers-women-in-tech-to-build-a-future-ready-nation/

Samsung, e& UAE sign strategic MoU to advance AI-driven innovation, digital experiences at MWC

Strategic collaboration set to revolutionize connectivity solutions, device experiences, and smart home integration across the UAE Dubai — Samsung Gulf Electronics has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with e& UAE, the telecom arm of global technology group e&, at The Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain. This landmark agreement establishes a framework for strategic collaboration across multiple business domains, focusing on leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance customer experiences and drive digital transformation. The partnership will explore cutting-edge initiatives, including AI-powered connectivity solutions, exclusive device launches, advanced eSIM capabilities, and integrated smart home experiences, cementing both companies’ … https://www.tahawultech.com/home-slide/samsung-e-uae-sign-strategic-mou-to-advance-ai-driven-innovation-digital-experiences-at-mwc/

Ericsson, Qualcomm, and Thales Alenia Space reach milestone in space-based connectivity

The integration of traditional mobile networks with satellite mobile networks – and the related possibility of truly global connectivity across oceans and continents – has moved a step closer following a significant technology achievement by Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC), Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and Thales Alenia Space. The three partners combined expertise in a French test laboratory to successfully connect a 5G standards-based non terrestrial network call with a simulated low earth orbit (LEO) satellite channel. In effect, the trial proved that an NR-NTN capable device would never be without mobile coverage where areas are served by either terrestrial or non-terrestrial networks. … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/ericsson-qualcomm-and-thales-alenia-space-reach-milestone-in-space-based-connectivity/

The Women in Tech Awards 2025 spotlights challenges in gender equity

The Women in Technology Forum and Awards 2025 took place at the spectacular Sofitel Dubai Downtown and sought to celebrate and empower women in the technology sector as hosted by CPI Media Group and tahawultech. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/the-women-in-tech-awards-2025-spotlights-challenges-in-gender-equity/

Nothing launches its new series of smartphones at Mobile World Congress

Nothing have announced the launch of their new Phone (3a) series, which is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon processors, during Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. Nothing have introduced the Phone (3a) Series in Mobile World Congress (MWC), elevating its mid-range line-up with advanced features. Building on the acclaimed Phone (2a), it boasts an advanced triple-camera system with optical zoom, a powerful Snapdragon® processor, a brighter, more responsive display, and Nothing OS innovations like Essential Space—all wrapped in two uniquely refined designs. Design Both the Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Pro feature a more sophisticated look and feel, with upgraded glass back … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/nothing-launches-its-new-series-of-smartphones-at-mobile-world-congress/

MWC 2025: ServiceNow and NVIDIA expand collaboration designed to transform the telecoms industry

Mobile World Congress 2025: ServiceNow (NYSE: NOW), the AI platform for business transformation, has announced the introduction of AI agents for the telecom industry. The AI agents were built with NVIDIA AI Enterprise software and the AI platform, NVIDIA DGX Cloud. The agents are designed to drive productivity across the entire service lifecycle. The first use cases will put AI agents to work for communications service providers (CSPs) to autonomously solve some of the most common, labor‑intensive workflows in customer service and network operations. The combination of ServiceNow’s AI platform with NVIDIA NIM microservices and NVIDIA NeMo, both part of NVIDIA AI Enterprise, … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/mwc-2025-servicenow-and-nvidia-expand-collaboration-designed-to-transform-the-telecoms-industry/

MWC 2025: "Gen AI can convert Analog data to digital in order to make the intelligence consumable" - Nakul Duggal, Qualcomm

CNME Editor Mark Forker attended an exclusive media roundtable hosted by Nakul Duggal, Group General Manager of Automotive, Industrial and Embedded IoT and Cloud Computing at Qualcomm Technologies, on Day 1 of Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. The main theme of his presentation was unsurprisingly focused on how AI is completely transforming major industries on a global scale – and how Qualcomm are powering that movement. Duggal highlighted that the change catalysts behind the AI transformation of industries at scale rely on the core principles of the edge is always connected, the edge is AI-enabled, and workflows are AI-aware. In … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/mwc-2025-gen-ai-can-convert-analog-data-to-digital-in-order-to-make-the-intelligence-consumable-nakul-duggal-qualcomm/

Hisense launches 'Together Means More This Ramadan' campaign with exclusive offers across the UAE

Complimentary 12-month Yango Play and Shahid subscriptions on select TV purchases for endless entertainment throughout Ramadan. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/hisense-launches-together-means-more-this-ramadan-campaign-with-exclusive-offers-across-the-uae/

MWC 2025: "In the age of AI, high-performance 5G connectivity is required" - Cristiano Amon, Qualcomm

CNME Editor Mark Forker is at one of the world’s largest connectivity events in the form of Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, and US technology behemoth Qualcomm has unveiled a plethora of solutions at the event, one of which they claim will ‘redefine mobile broadband’.  Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. announced its latest products and milestones in wireless connectivity and on-device AI at MWC Barcelona. Cristiano Amon, President and CEO of Qualcomm Incorporated, stressed the need for high-performance 5G. “For 40 years, Qualcomm has been a leader in next-generation wireless technologies, from 3G to 5G and now into 5G Advanced. At MWC … https://www.tahawultech.com/news/mwc-2025-in-the-age-of-ai-high-performance-5g-connectivity-is-required-cristiano-amon-qualcomm/

Security industry embraces mobile credentials, biometrics and AI, new trends report from HID finds

Latest State of Security and Identity Report reveals a shift toward software-driven solutions and artificial intelligence in 2025. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/security-industry-embraces-mobile-credentials-biometrics-and-ai-new-trends-report-from-hid-finds/

Yango Group launches Yasmina Lite smart speaker: the smallest and brightest in the line-up

Yango Group, a global tech company, launches Yasmina Lite, the latest addition to its line of smart speakers. Available in three bright colours — pink, purple, and green — Yasmina Lite is the smallest device in the range to date. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/yango-group-launches-yasmina-lite-smart-speaker-the-smallest-and-brightest-in-the-line-up/

Aduna announces e& as an equity partner in global network API venture

By joining Aduna, e& will enable developers to access and utilise standardised network features that enhance quality of service, fraud prevention and improved security, and monetisation. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/aduna-announces-e-as-an-equity-partner-in-global-network-api-venture/

Synology representative discusses the trends and innovations behind ActiveProtect

Michael Chang, APAC Sales Head, Synology, explores the future of data management in the region in addition to their new ActiveProtect solution in this exclusive interview. https://www.tahawultech.com/features/synology-representative-discusses-the-trends-and-innovations-behind-activeprotect/

Ericsson announces changes to the Executive Team and to the Market Area structure

Creation of two new Market Areas – Market Area Americas headed by Yossi Cohen and Market Area Europe, Middle East and Africa, headed by Patrick Johansson. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/ericsson-announces-changes-to-the-executive-team-and-to-the-market-area-structure/

Juniper Networks introduces purpose-built solution for GPUaaS and AIaaS providers

AI-Native Networking Platform provides managed providers with unique visibility from fabric to GPU, assured network performance for AI workloads, and best-in-class security. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/juniper-networks-introduces-purpose-built-solution-for-gpuaas-and-aiaas-providers/

ServiceNow expands AI-powered manufacturing solutions with the acquisition of Quality 360

Acquisition strengthens Manufacturing Commercial Operations, accelerating AI‑driven quality management and empowering manufacturers with proactive, data‑driven insights on the ServiceNow platform. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/servicenow-expands-ai-powered-manufacturing-solutions-with-the-acquisition-of-quality-360/

Enhancing digital transformation through intelligent process mining

Leveraging intelligent process mining is the next stage for enterprises that have adopted digital transformation and are focussed on continuous and cyclic improvement in their processes to drive internal efficiencies, says Walid Gomaa, CEO of Omnix International. https://www.tahawultech.com/insight/enhancing-digital-transformation-through-intelligent-process-mining/

NTT DATA and Palo Alto Networks enhance private 5G security for industrial deployments

NTT DATA and Palo Alto Networks enhance private 5G security for industrial deployments. https://www.tahawultech.com/news/ntt-data-and-palo-alto-networks-enhance-private-5g-security-for-industrial-deployments/

Aster Pharmacy unveils largest regional store in Riyadh, pioneering digital healthcare integration

The flagship store is a part of Aster Pharmacy’s massive expansion plans in KSA, in partnership with Abdul Mohsen Al Hokair Group. Aster Pharmacy, the retail arm of Aster DM Healthcare, has commenced operations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with 15 stores across Riyadh, including its flagship store at Trio Plaza.  Set in a premium location in North Riyadh, Trio is the largest store of Aster Pharmacy in the GCC, spanning 711 square meters, offering an expansive range of over 13,000 products and exclusive services tailored to everyday needs. Aster Pharmacy’s flagship store at Trio in Riyadh – its … https://www.tahawultech.com/business/aster-pharmacy-unveils-largest-regional-store-in-riyadh-pioneering-digital-healthcare-integration/