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Totl eyes GCC rollout after stepping up to transform the UAE cashback ecosystem

Arnold Pinto 14/10/2024 0

Innovative startup’s QR tech is a game-changer In an era where digital transformation is reshaping consumer interactions, Totl, a pioneering fintech firm based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), is redefining how businesses connect with customers. With over 700 businesses across the UAE

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Cloudera showcases next-gen AI and cloud solutions

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To boost the Middle East’s digital transformation Cloudera is showcasing its groundbreaking AI and cloud solutions at GITEX Global 2024, the world’s largest tech and startup event, from October 14 to 18 at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). Karim Azar, Cloudera’s Regional Vice President for the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa, leads the

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Lexar unveils the world’s fastest, most robust, and slimmest memory solutions

Arnold Pinto 14/10/2024 0

Exclusively at GITEX Global 2024 Lexar has launched an innovative lineup at GITEX Global 2024, including the world’s fastest, most robust, and thinnest memory solutions. Focusing on professional photographers, videographers, gamers, and content creators, Lexar’s latest offerings include products with massive capacities and remarkable

Cybersecurity

Leonardo to deliver a secure communications network to UAE

News Desk 2 13/10/2024 0

50+ nations rely on firm’s mission-critical solutions Italy’s Leonardo has reinforced its commitment to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by signing a contract to modernise the country’s armed forces’ communications network. According to a Leonardo statement, the initiative marks a pivotal enhancement in cybersecurity, essential for the nation’s strategic

Aviation Corporate

Boeing CEO: Our business is in a difficult position

News Desk 2 13/10/2024 0

Message to company employees Boeing President and CEO Kelly Ortberg shared the following message with all Boeing employees on October 12, 2024: Team, Our business is in a difficult position, and it is hard to overstate the challenges we face together. Beyond navigating our current environment, restoring our company requires tough decisions and we will have to […]

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Witness AI Doctors platform at GITEX Global 2024

Dan Ngiam 13/10/2024 0

A boost to healthcare delivery MedxBay, a leading global healthcare platform, has entered a strategic partnership with Staque, an expert in advanced technologies, including AI, blockchain, and quantum computing, to launch a transformative initiative – AI Doctors – focused on breast cancer diagnosis and mental health awareness. The innovative

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It is meetup time for startups and investors at Expand North Star

Arnold Pinto 13/10/2024 0

From October 13 to 16, 2024 Expand North Star, the world’s largest startup and investor connector event, gets off to a much-anticipated start in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from October 13 to 16, 2024. This year’s edition, hosted by Dubai Chamber Digital at Dubai Harbour, promises to be bigger and more dynamic than ever. Organised […]

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Hytera to unveil transformative 4G and 5G body cameras for regional law enforcement

News Desk 2 12/10/2024 0

Devices to debut at GITEX GLOBAL 2024 Hytera Communications will unveil its all-new SC780 Smart 4G and SC880 Smart 5G body cameras at GITEX Global 2024. The advanced devices are designed to assist law enforcement and emergency services in capturing, storing, and managing digital evidence. GITEX Global 2024 will be held at Dubai World Trade […]

Automotive News Sustainability

Nissan to unveil affordable bi-directional charging for EVs in 2026

Arnold Pinto 11/10/2024 0

A pivotal shift in utilising EVs Nissan Motor Co. has announced plans to launch affordable bi-directional charging technology for selected electric vehicles (EVs) starting in 2026. The initiative aligns with Nissan’s business plan, dubbed ‘The Arc,’ which aims to introduce innovative solutions that facilitate the transition to electric mobility while unlocking new

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Emirati university to showcase AI innovation at GITEX Global 2024

Arnold Pinto 11/10/2024 0

Including CV, ML NLP, and robotics Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI), the world’s first graduate-level research university dedicated solely to artificial intelligence (AI), will exhibit groundbreaking advancements in AI technology at GITEX Global 2024, which will take place at Dubai World Trade Centre from October 14 to 18. As part of the

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VAP Group set to host Global AI Show in Dubai

News Desk 2 11/10/2024 0

With a focus on technological advancements The second edition of the Global AI Show, a key technological event, is scheduled for December 12-13, 2024, at the Grand Hyatt Exhibition Centre in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Organised by the Web3 and AI consulting powerhouse, VAP Group, the UAE Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and […]

Events Gitex

How to get to GITEX Global 2024 and Expand North Star 2024 in Dubai

Arnold Pinto 10/10/2024 0

Dubai authorities partner for visitors’ deluge Ahead of GITEX Global 2024 and co-located Expand North Star 2024, Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), the twin events’ organiser, has announced extensive preparations in collaboration with the Dubai Events Security Committee, Dubai Police, and Dubai Roads and Transport Authority, to ensure a smooth and secure experience for the

Thought leadership

AI: Driving radical innovation, unprecedented growth, and sustainable development

News Desk 2 10/10/2024 0

By Patrick Johansson, President of Ericsson Middle East and Africa Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionising how we live and work, from voice-activated assistants like Siri to self-driving cars. But have you ever stopped to think about its impact on mobile connectivity, especially as 5G subscriptions will reach close to 5.6 billion in 2029? What if […]

Business UAE

RAKIS 2024 to unlock investment potential opportunities in Ras Al Khaimah

News Desk 2 10/10/2024 0

Summit has a robust agenda The upcoming Ras Al Khaimah Investment and Business Summit (RAKIS) is set to be a significant event for global business leaders, investors, and policymakers. It will take place at the RAK Exhibition Centre on December 10-11, 2024. The summit will highlight the investment and trade opportunities in Ras Al Khaimah, […]

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Africa Data Centres & Cloud Days 2025 targets UAE investors’ role

Dan Ngiam 10/10/2024 0

In hosting and cloud sectors Africa Datacenters & Cloud Days (ADCD), a dynamic community committed to enhancing Africa’s digital infrastructure, is gearing up for Africa Data Centres & Cloud Days, its flagship event from February 17-18, 2025. The two-day conference will be hosted in the picturesque coastal city of Hammamet, Tunisia, uniting global innovators,

Business

Ratan Tata dies at age 86 in Mumbai

Arnold Pinto 09/10/2024 0

India’s iconic business leader was world-renowned Ratan N. Tata, the widely respected chairman emeritus of India’s mighty Tata Group, passed away in Mumbai on October 9, 2024, at the age of 86. He had been admitted to the intensive care unit at Breach Candy Hospital in India’s commercial capital on October 7, 2024, for what he […]

Space

Serco’s Space Academy goes global from Saudi Arabia

Dan Ngiam 09/10/2024 0

To foster space talent worldwide Serco’s Space Academy has launched globally following its regional unveiling in Saudi Arabia last year. The academy originated from the Saudi Graduate Space Programme, launched in 2023. The programme aimed to foster a solid space sector in Saudi Arabia and was crucial in recruiting and developing the Arabian Gulf nation’s

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Pure Storage to showcase bouquet of innovations that IT industry needs

Dan Ngiam 09/10/2024 0

Including an industry-first storage platform Pure Storage, a global leader in data storage technologies, will demonstrate its industry-first platform and cutting-edge AI innovations at GITEX Global 2024, which will occur at the Dubai World Trade Centre from October 14 to 18. The company will highlight its Evergreen architecture to address IT leaders’ critical storage

Automotive

UAE is a significant automotive market that Dongfeng wants to steer right into

Arnold Pinto 09/10/2024 0

4 models launched this week Dongfeng Motor Corporation is a state-owned automobile manufacturer headquartered in Wuhan, Hubei, China. Founded in 1969, it ranks among China’s ‘Big Four’ state-owned car manufacturers, with 671,000 vehicle sales in 2023. Following its slogan of ‘Drive Your Dreams,’ Dongfeng’s sales trajectory grew from zero to ten million units in 40

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Cloudera launches disruptive AI Inference platform

Arnold Pinto 09/10/2024 0

Ensuring safeguarding sensitive data Cloudera has launched Cloudera AI Inference, powered by NVIDIA NIM microservices. This innovative service significantly advances deploying and managing large-scale AI models, propelling enterprises from initial pilot phases to full-scale production. New research from Deloitte highlights that compliance risks and governance issues are