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Abu Dhabi-based French language school boosts security infrastructure with Fortinet

The school had to comply with their internal education auditing team as they store a significant amount of data ranging from financial to personal information

Fintech company Postpay collaborates with Commercial Bank of Dubai

The strategic partnership will support Postpay on several fronts, including transaction banking, debt funding and e-commerce solutions

2022 will be a watershed year for the adoption of AI

AI will have a greater impact on industry than any other science or technology, says Jim Chappell, global head of AI and Advanced Analytics at Aveva

How digital is set to shape the future

The how and where of consumer spending is transforming, driven by digital trends

The five most common myths of responsible AI

Responsible AI is critical in building trust in what is quickly becoming an everyday tool

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UAE’s Anghami, first Arab tech company to list on Nasdaq, begins trading

Anghami, with 75 million registered users, has completed its merger with Vistas Media Acquisition Company

Microsoft launches new Surface devices in the UAE

Built to be essential devices for today’s hybrid workforce, the Surface products protect productivity, and prioritise accessibility

UAE’s Al Khayyat Investments picks Dell Technologies to boost its digital transformation drive

The company plans on incorporating digital-led solutions to transform customer experience across all retail touch points

Here’s how the need for consumer intelligence has evolved

With a significant change in consumer expectations, Tod Nielsen, CEO at Talkwalker shares his insights on why consumer intelligence is crucial for brands

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UAE-Bahrain nanosatellite Light-1 launched from International Space Station

The Light-1 CubeSat is the region’s first scientific mission to monitor and study Terrestrial Gamma-ray Flashes from thunderstorms and lightning

Amazon poised for biggest ever market value gain a day after Facebook’s loss

The surge in Amazon’s stock price came after sales in its cloud computing business beat Wall Street estimates

Abu Dhabi-based Yahsat wins Dhs24m contract to build naval satcom systems

Yahsat will design, deliver and integrate advanced satellite communication solutions for Abu Dhabi Ship Building

First Abu Dhabi Bank, Mastercard introduce virtual corporate debit card

The virtual cards can be created for single- or multiple-use

Mobily partners with Ericsson to expand 5G industry use cases in Saudi Arabia

The collaboration will showcase the importance and capabilities of private networks in a variety of industries

Saudi unveils $1.1bn programme for digital content creation, media production

The ‘Ignite’ initiative will offer several incentives such as financial support for local, regional and international companies and startups

In pics: Day two at Saudi’s global technology platform LEAP22

Saudi Arabia is hosting its largest-ever technology event, LEAP, from February 1-3 at the Riyadh Front Expo Centre

In pics: Day one at Saudi’s largest-ever tech event LEAP22

The event is being held at the Riyadh Front Expo Centre from February 1-3 and will feature over 400 expert speakers

LEAP22: Saudi Arabia unveils over $6.4bn in technology and startup investments

NEOM Tech & Digital Co. launches XVRS cognitive metaverse and M3LD data management platform as part of a $1bn investment

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Saudi Arabia’s Elm draws $57bn in institutional orders

Local investors placed orders worth SAR206bn

Saudi’s Royal Commission for AlUla launches autonomous pod vehicle service

Pilot scheme for fully automated electric passenger pod will ferry people between the south entrance to AlUla’s Old Town and south car park

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UAE’s Aster, Novartis sign MoU to advance digital transformation, clinical research

The MoU will enable Aster to access Novartis’ advanced therapy platforms and data science to further strengthen treatment outcomes for patients in the UAE

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The impact of electronic devices on the circular economy

With sustainability at the forefront of everyone’s mind, here’s how trading in old devices can contribute to a circular economy

G42 Cloud and Kyndryl collaborate to accelerate cloud adoption

Both companies will ensure alignment of their respective capabilities, expertise and resources that will facilitate solution planning and execution

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Sans Institute announces cybersecurity training programme in Dubai

Using interactive exercises led by cybersecurity professionals, the event aims to equip participants with the knowledge necessary to protect their organisations

Saudi-based e-commerce platform raises $36m in funding

The company’s Series A round was led by Silicon Valley’s Graphene Ventures

UAE’s Ali & Sons opt for Oracle Cloud to drive growth

Based in Abu Dhabi, Ali & Sons’ business portfolio spans automotive, oil and gas, retail, engineering and construction, property management, and hospitality

How NetApp’s data management solutions are a game changer in the Middle East

In an exclusive interview, Maya Zakhour, director Channel Sales – MEA, Italy and Spain at NetApp, shares how they continue to transform in order to meet the needs of their partners and customers

Saudi Arabia launches program to develop cybersecurity sector

Intersec 2022: Ethical hacker Freaky Clown shares exclusive insights on cybercrime

“A poor security culture within an organisation can devastate a company even if they spend millions on technical defences”

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Hands-on review: Huawei P50 Pro

The new smartphone is available for pre-order in the UAE at a price of Dhs3,999

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Six million electric cars will be shipped in 2022 – Gartner

Electric cars will represent 95 per cent of total EV shipments in 2022 and the remainder will be split between buses, vans and heavy trucks