Crypto

UAE crypto market grows 42% YoY

News Desk 15/10/2024

Boosted by institutional investment and government push The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has solidified its position as the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region’s third-largest cryptocurrency economy, receiving a staggering $34 billion in cryptocurrencies from July 2023 to June 2024. This

Business

Deloitte unveils AI Factory as a Service in the Middle East

News Desk 15/10/2024

Powered by NVIDIA and Oracle Deloitte has launched AI Factory as a Service, powered by NVIDIA. This innovative service offers a specialised architecture designed to streamline the deployment and management of AI applications, enabling organisations to utilise advanced AI technology effectively and economically. The service, which also leverages Oracle’s robust enterprise

Thought leadership

Rail projects are transforming urban development within the GCC region

News Desk 15/10/2024

By David Franks, Managing Director, Keolis MHI As the Managing Director of Keolis MHI, the GCC region’s leading rail management company, I have had the privilege of witnessing firsthand how rail systems can transform not just cities but entire regions. Across the globe, robust public transportation networks have become the backbone of modern urban development, […]

Business Tech

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

Arnold Pinto 14/10/2024

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 onboard and $1 million in investments, app-based Totl offers customers a unique […]

Gitex

Cloudera showcases next-gen AI and cloud solutions

News Desk 14/10/2024

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

Gitex Tech

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

Arnold Pinto 14/10/2024

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 13/10/2024

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 13/10/2024

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 […]

Gitex Health

Witness AI Doctors platform at GITEX Global 2024

News Editor 2 13/10/2024

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

Gitex

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

Arnold Pinto 13/10/2024

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 […]

Gitex

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

News Desk 12/10/2024

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

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

Gitex

Emirati university to showcase AI innovation at GITEX Global 2024

Arnold Pinto 11/10/2024

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

Tech Web 3.0

VAP Group set to host Global AI Show in Dubai

News Desk 11/10/2024

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

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 10/10/2024

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 10/10/2024

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, […]

Events Gitex

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

News Editor 2 10/10/2024

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

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

News Editor 2 09/10/2024

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