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Webinar Invitation: The Latest Ericsson Mobility Report, featuring the Middle East and Africa forecasts amidst a new reality imposed by COVID-19
Four out of every ten mobile subscriptions in 2026 will be for 5G, according to the latest edition of the Ericsson Mobility Report. Ericsson is cordially inviting you to participate in an exclusive webinar where our experts will share the latest trends and insights, highlighted in the newest edition of the Ericsson Mobility Report and […]

Debunking the Myths. How Machine Learning (ML) Benefits Cyber Security
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is defined as ‘the theory and development of computer systems able to perform tasks normally requiring human intelligence.’ Machine learning (ML) is a sub-field within AI. The pioneer, Arthur Samuel, promoted the term ML in 1959 as the “Field of study that gives computers the ability to learn without being explicitly programmed.” […]

YouTube Sponsored Videos Soar by 40% in Q3 2020
As consumers continue their shift to digital commerce, brands have increased ad spend on social media platforms. According to the research data analyzed and published by Finaria, there was a 40% uptick of sponsored videos on YouTube during Q3 2020. Similarly, sponsored viewership rose to an all-time high of more than 1.3 billion. That translated to […]

Lulu joins hands with Empay for contactless payment
Customers can now shop with Empay app Dubai, United Arab Emirates– Dec 7, 2020-(AETOSWire)- Region’s leading hypermarket and supermarket chain Lulu Group has become the first major retailer to sign up on Empay, the world’s first contactless lifestyle payment ecosystem with instant credit. Empay, designed and developed within the UAE’s Smart Government program framework, is a […]

Etisalat achieves the world’s fastest 5G speed of 9.1 Gbps
Dubai 07 December 2020: In yet another milestone in the 5G journey, Etisalat has achieved the world’s fastest 5G download speed of 9.1 gigabits per second. The throughput has been achieved by aggregating multiple commercial spectrum bands of n78(3.5GHz), n41(2.6GHz), and millimeter-wave n258(26 GHz). This was accomplished through a prototype 5G device that aggregates all three […]

SADAFCO Celebrates Graduation of 9 Trainees In 4th Cycle of HIWPT Program
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia: 07 December 2020 – Saudia Dairy and Foodstuff Company (SADAFCO) has announced the graduation of trainees in its 4th cycle of the training program in partnership with the Higher Institute for Water and Power Technologies (HIWPT). The ceremony took place on the 12th of November, 2020, which witnessed the graduation of 9 trainees, who immediately […]

Chery Leads Chinese Automakers Exports
Since its inception in 1997, the value of independent innovation has been at the core of Chery’s development strategy to build a leading international brand operating in more than eighty countries around the world, including Japan, Germany and the United States, coming first among Chinese automakers in terms of export markets selling major volumes. The car […]

Acronis unveils a five-year expansion plan in the Middle East.
Major investment and planned acquisitions to deliver AI-enhanced cyber protection as experts warn of an impending spike in cyberattacks targeting the region Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 06 December 2020, (AETOSWire): – Acronis, a global leader in cyber protection, today announced a five-year expansion plan in the Middle East, which represents a significant financial investment and major commitment to […]

Seatrade Maritime Middle East Virtual emphasises on the need for digital transformation in the industry
The event will highlight technology-enabled solutions that will assist the sector’s move to smart operations, enabling a digital revolution in the industry Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 6 of December 2020: Seatrade Maritime Middle East Virtual 2020 (SMMEV), the region’s leading event in the shipping industry, will take place virtually from 14 to 16 December 2020, with its live […]

SimScale and Zaha Hadid Architects Team Up to Simulate Early-Stage Building Designs
The cloud-based simulation platform is now being used by global Architecture firms. MUNICH–(BUSINESS WIRE/AETOSWire)– SimScale GmbH, the provider of the world’s first production-ready SaaS application for engineering simulation, today announced a free joint event on December 16 with Zaha Hadid Architects. Zaha Hadid Architects is an internationally renowned architecture firm, pushing the boundaries of design and sustainability. […]

Tejari/JAGGAER confirms participation at #GITEX2020
The leading spend management company will showcase the latest technology and products to support procurement teams in the Middle East region Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 6th December 2020: Tejari/JAGGAER, the world’s largest independent spend management company, has announced its participation in the 40th GITEX Technology Week, which starts today and continues until the 10th December, at the Dubai […]

THALES INTRODUCES READY TO FLY – A PORTFOLIO OF SOLUTIONS FOR A SAFER & HEALTHIER TRAVEL JOURNEY
After introducing its strategy for a low carbon future enabling a 10% reduction of aircraft CO2 emissions by 2023, Thales is supporting its global airline customers with advanced technologies to restore confidence in air travel by enhancing the health safety and wellness of passengers. These affordable solutions can be quickly deployed to meet the immediate needs of […]

Toshiba Gulf FZE to highlight Memory and Storage Solutions at #GITEX2020
Canvio Flex, Canvio Gaming Hard Disk Drives, and Kioxia Memory Products to take center stage at the Toshiba Stand Toshiba Gulf FZE will be highlighting its key memory and storage solutions at Hall 4, Stand C10 at GITEX 2020, held from Dec 6th -10th, 2020. Activations include a Twitter competition where winners can walk away with four Canvio Flex […]

EVOTEQ to showcase key projects at UAE’s first unmanned stand at GITEX
Company to highlight how its focus on innovation & digitization helps clients to adapt to new market conditions December 5, 2020 – EVOTEQ, a digital transformations solutions provider leading enterprises and governments through their digitization journeys, will showcase key projects at the first unmanned stand in the UAE during its participation at GITEX Technology Week 2020 from December […]

Available now in Saudi Arabia Ultimate 5G performance King with stellar videography and a stunning Space Ring design: The HUAWEI Mate40 Pro is here to make a statement
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 03 December: Huawei Tech Investment Saudi Arabia Company announced today the availability of its latest flagship smartphone in the Saudi Market, the HUAWEI Mate 40 Pro which is packed to the brim with powerful features that pave the way for powerful all-round performance. Dubbed as the ultimate 5G performance king, the HUAWEI Mate40 Pro, also boasts a […]

ID – 50 cents, credit card – 6 USD, reputation – free? How much personal data costs online and how it enables doxing
3 December 2020 With offline and digital strands of our lives now completely intertwined, online actions directly influence the physical realm. One of the most affected areas in this regard is communication and personal information sharing, as any user’s details may be used against them. Kaspersky researchers dug into two major consequences of willingly and […]

Amazon’s 2020 brand value grows by 60% as the top 10 firms’ value surpasses $1.1 trillion
This year has been a significant test for major brands to maintain their market value amid the pandemic. Brands that offered essential services during the pandemic have seen their value surge to new highs. Data presented by Bankr indicates that the top ten firms have a cumulative brand value of $1.15 trillion as of November 2020. American […]

UAE marks this 49th National Day with 5 different Guinness World Records™ attempts
Global Village is on the hunt for 3 world records this National Day, with two more others happening in the UAE Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 2nd December 2020 – Being the top record-breaking nation in the MENA region by a large margin did not stop the UAE from hunting for more. On the contrary, it proved […]

HONOR 10 X Lite: Upgraded Features for a Smarter Life
New Smartphone is packed with innovative technology to keep users mobile RIYADH, KSA, December 2 – The HONOR 10X Lite is HONOR’s latest phone packed full of features to help users stay entertained. Armed with the HUAWEI Kirin 710A chipset and a range of upgraded smart features, the HONOR 10X Lite delivers an entertaining and intelligent user […]

Global PC Sales Revenue to Plunge by $31.4B Amid COVID-19 Outbreak, Entire Industry to Recover for Three Years
The COVID-19 outbreak has triggered the most significant fall in PC shipments since 2013, as pandemic affected supply chains and forced consumers to prioritize their spending. After a sharp fall in the first quarter of 2020, global PC shipments have grown in the last eight months. However, it wasn’t enough to alleviate the revenue loss […]

VMware’s SaaS and Subscription Revenue Spikes by 44% to $676 Million in October 2020
SaaS and subscription revenue of VMware surpassed its on-premises license revenue for the first time in its Q3 fiscal year 2021 which ended in October 2020. According to the research data analyzed and published by Comprar Acciones, VMware’s SaaS and subscription revenue totaled $676 million. That translated to an increase of 44% year-over-year (YoY) and accounted […]

GENDER LENS INVESTING VITAL TO GLOBAL ECONOMIC RECOVERY #GMIS2020
In developing countries, women are 20 percent less likely to have access to base technologies such as mobile phones and the Internet Research from the International Finance Corporation shows that their gender-balanced teams display a 20 percent higher return than male-dominated teams Experts at the Global Manufacturing and Industrialisation Summit’s #GMIS2020 Digital Series discuss how gender lens investing can […]
