Investments in key information and communications technology verticals are expected to play a crucial role in driving the UAE’s sustainability goals as it gears up for the economy of the future, the …
Saudi Arabia’s STC Group to become Telefonica top shareholder with 9.9% stake
By Andres Gonzalez, Amy-Jo Crowley, Pablo Mayo Cerqueiro and Hadeel Al Sayegh LONDON/DUBAI (Reuters) -Saudi Arabia’s STC Group has amassed a 9.9% stake in Telefonica worth 2.1 billion euros ($2.25 …
Microsoft to build out UAE’s sovereign cloud
The latest in a series of deals with Middle Eastern governments will see Microsoft deploy cloud resources to the UAE.
Astra Tech and Ant Group to launch Alipay+ cross-border digital payments solution in the UAE
Astra Tech, the leading consumer technology holding group in the Mena region, announced a pioneering partnership with Ant Group, one of the world’s largest digital payment platforms. This …
Is the US-United Arab Emirates alliance salvageable?
The United Arab Emirates assumes it can maintain very close relations with the U.S. while simultaneously supporting America’s two most preeminent adversaries: China and Russia.
Mered enters UAE market; set to unveil flagship DIC project
Following the launch of the brand, Mered will soon announce its flagship project which will come up at Dubai Internet City – the region’s leading technological hub and a vibrant area seamlessly …
Expo City Dubai launches region’s first AI film competition
Expo City Dubai on Tuesday launched the region’s first Artificial Intelligence Film Festival (AIFF), which will explore the potential of AI technology to enhance creative storytelling and advance the …
Watch: Dubai students can’t wait to see Sultan Al Neyadi in UAE
“This milestone is a huge step in the UAE’s space exploration efforts and its broader ambitions in the field of space science and technology. Here at Jumeirah College, we aren’t just proud of Al …
Du celebrates technological innovation, partnerships, and regional ICT progress at Envision
Envision witnessed an inspiring keynote address by H.E. Sarah Al Amiri, Minister of State for Public Education and Advanced Technology, emphasising the power of collaboration and innovation …
Watch: Sheikh Hamdan tours Dubai Intelligent Traffic Systems Centre
the Internet of Things and traffic congestion prediction technologies to offer proactive services to Dubai’s road network users.” Get Breaking News Alerts From Gulf News We’ll send you latest news …
Western allies to warn UAE over trade with Russia: report
Officials from the US, Britain and the EU are reportedly expected to warn the United Arab Emirates against the export of dual-use products to Russia as the Ukraine war rages.
UAE announces $4.5bn finance initiative for clean energy projects in Africa
The UAE has pledged $4.5 billion to help accelerate the development of clean energy projects in Africa, the Cop28 Presidency has said. Abu Dhabi’s clean-energy company Masdar, the Abu Dhabi Fund for …
UAE announces $4.5 billion in renewable energy projects in Africa
Following the Africa Climate meeting, the COP28 meeting in Dubai later this year is anticipated to contain conflicting agendas for the world’s energy future …
Netskope launches four NewEdge data centres in UAE, Saudi Arabia
Global cybersecurity leader Netskope expanded its NewEdge Network in the Middle East with four data centres across the UAE and Saudi Arabia … Murhaf Alwan, Head of Information Technology at Netskope …
UAE Announces $4.5 Bn In Africa Clean Energy Investments
The United Arab Emirates announced Tuesday $4.5 billion in clean energy investments in Africa during a landmark climate summit hosted by Kenya that is aimed at attracting funding for efforts to combat …
Astra Tech, Ant Group partner to launch new UAE cross-border digital payments solution
Abdallah Abu Sheikh, Co-founder of Astra Tech and CEO of Botim, said this strategic move will create an ecosystem that harmoniously merges commerce, technology … As projected by Statista, the UAE is …
Dubai World Trade Centre to conclude its 2023 events calendar with strong line-up of industry-leading MICE events
Beautyworld Middle East, the region’s largest international trade fair for the beauty industry returns to Dubai for its 27th edition (30 October – 1 November). Building on 2022’s triumph with notable …