Business Gitex

Azerbaijan is keen to enhance digital tech opportunities with the Middle East

Arnold Pinto 22/10/2024

Targets reciprocal collaborations Azerbaijan is undergoing significant digital transformation to enhance its economy through innovation. The digital economy has become a key driver for growth, contributing 5% to the GDP in 2023, with projections for further increases as digital initiatives

Business

Acronis expands cyber cloud presence with new data centre in Berlin

Arnold Pinto 22/10/2024

In partnership with Ionos Acronis, a global cybersecurity and data protection leader, has partnered with Ionos, Europe’s leading digitalisation partner for small and medium-sized enterprises, to launch a new Cyber Cloud data centre in Berlin, Germany. The strategic initiative aims to enhance the European market’s cloud infrastructure and cybersecurity offerings,

Cybersecurity Gitex

Acronis has innovative solutions for the Middle East’s cybersecurity needs

Arnold Pinto 22/10/2024

Targets extending global reach In an exclusive interview at GITEX Global 2024, Islam Shaker, Distribution Manager at Acronis, highlighted the company’s innovative cybersecurity solutions, addressed regional cybersecurity challenges, and emphasised the company’s commitment to evolving alongside technological advancements. Excerpts from the interview: What makes

Gitex Tech

Humans seen as being a bottleneck in the AI revolution

News Desk 21/10/2024

According to AI thought leaders The Asimov Initiative hosted its seventh meetup on the sidelines of GITEX Global 2024 at the Dubai World Trade Centre on October 16. The event gathered AI thought leaders to confront a startling reality: humans, not technology, may represent the greatest obstacle in the AI revolution. The event, supported by Marses […]

Aviation Travel

Delta unveils new cabin interior across its fleet

Arnold Pinto 21/10/2024

Rollout begins this fall Delta Air Lines is set to revolutionise the customer flying experience with a comprehensive overhaul of its cabin interiors, debuting ahead of its centennial anniversary this fall. The new design will first be showcased on a narrowbody Boeing 757, which will operate domestic and short-haul international routes, followed by a widebody […]

Health

WHO certifies Egypt as being malaria-free

Arnold Pinto 21/10/2024

After 100 years of concerted efforts The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially certified Egypt as malaria-free, a monumental achievement for a nation of over 100 million inhabitants. This milestone, the result of nearly a century of efforts by the Egyptian government and its people, marks a significant victory in the global fight against malaria. […]

Real Estate UAE

Jad Global breaks ground at ‘171 Garden Heights’ luxury lifestyle project in Dubai

News Editor 2 20/10/2024

Initial project investment is AED250 million Jad Global Real Estate Development has officially broken ground at its latest project, ‘171 Garden Heights,’ a significant development spearheaded by Meraas within the Jumeirah Garden City area in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Sales have also opened for the AED250 million project. Launching the 171 Garden Heights project marks

Gitex Interviews

Digital era fuels Lexar’s stellar growth trajectory

Arnold Pinto 20/10/2024

Bespoke storage solutions meet digital customers’ growing needs Lexar is a leading global brand specialising in high-performance storage solutions, including memory cards, USB drives, and SSDs. Known for its innovation and reliability, Lexar’s products cater to various users, from casual photographers to professional videographers. The company’s high-endurance

Gitex Interviews

Confluent is in for the long haul in Middle East

Arnold Pinto 20/10/2024

With cutting-edge data streaming solutions Confluent, founded in 2014, is an American technology company headquartered in Mountain View, California. It specialises in real-time data streaming solutions built on Apache Kafka, an open-source platform that handles continuous data flows. Confluent enables organisations to access and manage data in motion, providing a

Cybersecurity Gitex

Seceon secures Middle East from fast-evolving threat landscape

Arnold Pinto 20/10/2024

Critical infrastructure is a prime target Seceon, founded in 2015, is a leading global provider of advanced AI-powered cybersecurity solutions. It offers organisations across industries real-time, automated threat detection and response capabilities. With a mission to empower organisations against cyber threats while helping them reduce costs and meet compliance

Gitex Interviews

Hytera reaffirms commitment to customer-centric solutions for the Middle East

Arnold Pinto 19/10/2024

By integrating AI-driven and 5G communication technologies In an exclusive interview at GITEX Global 2024, Yasar Arafat, Regional Sales Manager of Hytera Communications – a leading global provider of professional communications technologies and solutions – shared insights into the company’s latest innovations and strategic focus in the Middle East. He

Defence & Security

Austin reiterates US and NATO’s long-term commitment to Ukraine

Arnold Pinto 19/10/2024

To counter Russian aggression US Secretary of Defence Lloyd J. Austin has reaffirmed the unwavering commitment of the United States and NATO to a free and sovereign Ukraine. Austin delivered the statement at a news conference held at NATO headquarters in Brussels on October 18, 2024, following a defence ministerial meeting focused on Ukraine’s ongoing […]

Gitex Space

TII and UAE Space Agency sign quantum communication infrastructure partnership

Arnold Pinto 19/10/2024

Safeguarding UAE’s national security The Abu Dhabi-headquartered Technology Innovation Institute (TII) has partnered with the UAE Space Agency to establish a comprehensive quantum communication infrastructure utilising cutting-edge Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) technology developed in the UAE. The proposed QKD infrastructure promises to enhance the UAE’s national

Aviation UAE

Focus on vertical flight sector at Dubai Helishow 2024

Arnold Pinto 19/10/2024

Event lifts off on October 22 at Skydive Dubai Dubai Helishow 2024 will open its doors at Skydive Dubai from October 22 to 24, 2024. The event, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, will serve as a […]

Gitex Tech

Spotlight put on 5G and AI integration in the Middle East

News Editor 2 18/10/2024

5G-Advanced technology examined A trending focus at GITEX Global 2024 in Dubai City was the transformative potential of 5G technology and artificial intelligence (AI) in the Middle East region. The event showcased a blend of unique innovations and thought-provoking discussions that promise to redefine the landscape of connectivity and digital transformation, primarily in

Gitex

Middle East data centre sector’s growing role reviewed

News Editor 2 18/10/2024

Businesses increasingly integrate AI The Middle East’s most significant gathering of data centre professionals was held at GITEX Global 2024 on October 17 to highlight the region’s role in the rapidly evolving data centre market. As businesses increasingly integrate AI into their operations, the global data centre market is projected to soar to $256 billion […]

Cybersecurity Gitex

Cybersecurity in focus at GITEX Global 2024

News Editor 2 17/10/2024

As AI plays a key role Participants at GITEX Global 2024, currently underway at the Dubai World Trade Centre, are deeply engaged in keynote speeches, panels, and cybersecurity discussions. These sessions are about the challenges and threats and the urgent and emerging cyber threats looming over businesses and governments. With cybercrime damages expected to reach […]

Gitex Tech

Abu Dhabi showcases the emirate’s latest tech innovations

News Editor 2 17/10/2024

From e-services to healthcare Abu Dhabi-based tech players representing the government and private sectors showcased unique AI-powered services and solutions at GITEX Global 2024, held from October 14 to 18 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, is intensifying its digital transformation initiatives. During the five

Gitex Transport

Emirates Transport to begin pilot testing of alternative-fuel commercial vehicles

News Editor 2 16/10/2024

Pact signed with Al Ghurair Motors Emirates Transport, a UAE-based commercial transport provider, has partnered with UAE-based Al Ghurair Motors to embark on pilot projects to test the viability and efficiency of hydrogen and electric commercial vehicles. The move is part of Emirates Transport’s aim to explore and promote alternative-fuel commercial vehicles as part

Business Gitex

Cognizant to boost Du’s digital transformation goals

Arnold Pinto 16/10/2024

Under 5-year strategic partnership Cognizant and Du, a UAE-based telecom and digital services provider, have unveiled a five-year strategic partnership to redefine Du’s digital transformation. The partnership aims to boost Du’s internal capabilities, positioning the company to thrive in the fast-evolving telecommunications landscape in the UAE. Cognizant will