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  • Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company PJSC (“du”) Announces 2.5% (5.5% excluding impact of changes in accounting standards) Growth in Q2 2019 Net Profit after Royalty to AED 464 million

    Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company PJSC (DFM: “du”) published today its financial results for Q2 2019, reporting AED 3.19 billion revenues, AED 1.47 billion EBITDA and AED 464 million net profit after royalty for the second quarter of the year.   For H1 2019, EITC reported revenues of AED 6.33 billion, EBITDA of AED 2.89 billion […]

  • Experience the best #BottleCapChallenge with the HUAWEI Dual-View Camera Mode

    It’s time to experience the trendiest #BottleCapChallenge with HUAWEI P30 series using the exciting and innovative camera feature; the Dual-View Camera Mode. How about you capture the whole challenge from both perspectives a close up and a zoomed out one where you are capable to create split screen videos by simultaneously using the phone’s primary […]

  • Sedans are a top choice among younger buyers, survey finds

    Nissan is doubling down on sedans with a growing global lineup of all-new models as research shows the segment retains strong appeal – especially for younger buyers. Among drivers who don’t own a sedan, 75% would consider buying one now or in the future, according to a recent Nissan survey of car owners and would-be […]

  • Sharjah Finance Department strengths ties with Japan finance industry

    A delegation from Sharjah Finance Department (SFD) visited Tokyo, Japan and met with key Japanese finance officials to discuss various possibilities that can help bolster relationships between the two sides.   The meetings were held at the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) and was attended by Sharjah’s delegation headed by HE Waleed Al Sayegh, […]

  • GIA Organises Retail Sales Associate Training Programme for Malabar Gold & Diamonds in Dubai

    To help retail sales staff communicate effectively, GIA Dubai recently organised retail sales associate training programmes for Malabar Gold & Diamonds at their stores in Dubai, UAE. Since 2018, GIA Dubai has trained more than 200 staff of Malabar Gold & Diamonds in Dubai and Bahrain. The training programme includes information about GIA, the 4Cs […]

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    FaceApp creates wave of opportunity for scammers on fake webs and YouTube

    The latest hype around the FaceApp application has attracted scammers who want to make some quick profits, ESET research has shown. Scammers have been using a fake “Pro” version of the application as bait and have made an effort to spread the word about this fictitious version of the currently- viral app. One form of […]

  • Ericsson and Signify see 5G connectivity in a new light with joint indoor solution

      Ericsson 5G Radio Dot will be embedded in Signify’s indoor luminaire in a joint offering that will enable service providers to easily add indoor connectivity to buildings when the lighting systems are being built or upgraded. This is the latest concept born from the successful relationship between Signify (formerly Philips Lighting) and Ericsson, who […]

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    FinSpy strikes again: new versions for iOS and Android targeted surveillance revealed

    Kaspersky experts have uncovered new versions of the advanced malicious surveillance tool FinSpy. The new implants work on both iOS and Android devices, can monitor activity on almost all popular messaging services, including encrypted ones, and hide their traces better than before. The tools allow attackers to spy on all device activities and exfiltrate sensitive […]

  • EMEA identified as global hotspot for brute force access attacks

    EMEA is the global hotspot for brute force access attacks, according to new research from F5 Labs. The new analysis forms part of the Application Protection Report 2019, which delves into the detail and implications of why most applications are attacked at the access tier, circumventing legitimate processes of authentication and authorisation. Brute force attacks […]

  • Huawei will launch HUAWEI P30 lite 48MP edition with flagship camera and 6GB RAM

    Huawei has always been keen on providing users with state-of-the-art smart phones from all categories. To achieve this, Huawei Saudi Arabia will launch the Huawei P30 Lite 48MP smartphone in Saudi Arabia on the 24th of July; an advanced option for its growing HUAWEI P30 series family. This new edition brings an updated camera setup, […]

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    Pakistan’s MCR Selects GetSwift for Last-Mile Delivery Technology at Pizza Hut

    MCR Pvt. Ltd., operator of Pizza Hut franchises across Pakistan, is pleased to announce it has selected software-as-a-service (SAAS) provider GetSwift Limited (ASX: GSW) for its last-mile delivery solutions. “Based on the success of GetSwift in other Yum Brands/Pizza Hut markets, GetSwift was a natural choice for us in Pakistan,” said Danyal Rashid, Executive Director […]

  • du Announces Winners to Conclude IoT & AI Pioneers Competition

    du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has played an inspirational role towards empowering the next generation of technology innovators, following the completion of the IoT & AI Pioneers Competition. Driven by UAE 5G Innovation Gate (U5GIG) – which is powered by Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO) – and Dubai Technology Entrepreneur Campus (Dtec), to lead […]

  • Etisalat unveils new ‘together’ emoji to mark World Emoji Day

    There’s a palpable excitement in the air as Etisalat today unveiled the newly crafted ‘together’ emoji. Today is the sixth World Emoji Day, a day to celebrate the use of every emoji possible on your social media accounts. Avid emoji fans may soon find themselves excitedly embracing the new ‘together’ emoji. Depicting three quirky faces […]

  • Management Change at Grohe AG: Thomas Fuhr named as new Chief Executive Officer and Jonas Brennwald as Deputy Chief Executive Officer

    The Grohe AG supervisory board has appointed Thomas Fuhr as the new Chief Executive Officer of Grohe AG. In addition, Jonas Brennwald, currently Chief Sales Officer, takes on the role of Deputy Chief Executive Officer Grohe AG and joins the GROHE Executive Board. Michael Mager, Executive Director Human Resources & Organization, and Stefan Gesing, Chief […]

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    SWIFT launches enhanced gpi service for corporates

    SWIFT today announces the further enhancement of its gpi service with the full go-live of SWIFT gpi for corporates, a capability designed and built in conjunction with banks and corporates which enables multi-banked corporates to initiate and track payments across multiple banks directly from their treasury and payment systems. More than 50 of the world’s […]

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    Huawei’s 2018 Sustainability Report Digital inclusion: Driving equal access for all

    Huawei released its 2018 Sustainability Report. It has published this report for the 11th year in a row. The 2018 report explains Huawei’s four strategies for sustainability: digital inclusion, security and trustworthiness, environmental protection, and a healthy and harmonious ecosystem.   Over the past year, Huawei has been working to help achieve the UN’s Sustainable […]

  • Introducing a new Twitter.com

    Today, we are starting to roll out a new Twitter.com – a refreshed and updated website that is faster, easier to navigate and more personalized. The site has an updated look and feel that is more consistent with the Twitter you see on other devices, making it easier to access some of your favorite features, […]

  • SAR and Huawei sign MoU to develop smart railway in Saudi Arabia

    Saudi Railway Company (SAR) has selected Huawei, a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT), as a partner to initiate smart railway and digital transformation in the Kingdom.   The companies signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to initiate their partnership during a ceremony held recently at SAR. Dr Bashar Al Malik, […]

  • Al Murshed Travel and Tourism signs an exclusive agreement with Sabre

    Al Murshed Travel and Tourism, one of the leading travel agencies in the Kingdom of Bahrain, has signed a long-term agreement with Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), the leading technology provider to the global travel industry, to continue use its technology and platform to provide travel services to its customers.   This renewal provides Al Murshed […]

  • Ajman Bank Continues to Foster Development of UAE Nationals by Awarding Senior Roles in Higher Management

    Ajman Bank has been at the forefront of development of UAE Nationals by providing them outstanding growth opportunities with critical roles in higher management. One of the organisation’s pivotal achievements has been significant progress in Emiratisation and growing number of nationals in leadership positions. In line with its objectives, Ajman Bank has announced the promotion […]

  • Dubai to organise Global Investment in Aviation Summit in January 2020

    (AETOSWire): The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) of UAE has announced that the second edition of Global Investment in Aviation Summit (GIAS) 2020, themed ‘Enabling Global Aviation Growth through Fund Raising and Key Partnerships’ will be held in Dubai from January 27-29. Over 200 investors and 1,200 delegates, besides selected government officials, aviation organisations, finance […]

  • du Boosts Customers’ 5G Futures with UAE’s First 5G Router Supporting 50GB Data SIM

    Slow browsing speeds are a thing of the past thanks to du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), launching the UAE’s first 5G-ready WiFi router. The innovative wireless 5G terminal device from ZTE is available to customers with zero upfront, starting from AED 210 per month. Combined with one of du’s Data SIM plans, consumers […]