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Sing your way to security: unique, memorable passwords stronger than constant change, say Kaspersky Lab researchers
To mark Change Your Password Day, 2019, Kaspersky Lab’s security researchers advise users that unique, memorable passwords are stronger and more effective than regularly changing account passwords when it comes to keeping data secure online. The researchers have shared some easy steps that people can follow to create their own series of unique passwords. They […]
Laboratory automation emerges as a breakthrough trend at MEDLAB 2019
Laboratory automation, which involves the use of technologies such as robotic devices to achieve greater efficiencies when carrying out diagnostic testing on humans, has emerged as a major trend at MEDLAB 2019, the MENA region’s largest medical laboratory exhibition and congress. The MEDLAB Exhibition & Congress continues on the 6th & 7th February at the […]
Safer Internet Day 2019: Working together with your children for a better online experience
Beginning in 2004, Safer Internet Day has grown to become one of the landmark events in the online safety calendar. And this year’s theme, ‘Together for a better internet’, encapsulates a lot of the discussion we are seeing around online safety and cybersecurity. The topic is too complex a minefield for any of us to […]
Director General of the Dubai Health Authority opens 18th edition of MEDLAB in Dubai
His Excellency Humaid Al Qatami, Director General of the Dubai Health Authority, officially inaugurated MEDLAB Exhibition & Congress 2019 today, marking the 18th edition of the show. The MENA region’s largest medical laboratory exhibition and congress, organized by Informa Exhibitions – Healthcare, will continue on the 5th, 6th & 7th of February. More than 19,610 […]
AVAYA OPENS CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE CENTER IN SAUDI ARABIA
Avaya Holdings Corp. (NYSE: AVYA) is celebrating the launch of its new office space at the Information Technology and Communications Complex (ITCC), a commercial and housing development that serves as the epicenter of the Riyadh technology community. In what comes as a significant investment in the regional technology ecosystem, the office at ITCC features the […]
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HILTON: OUR LARGEST HOTEL DEVELOPMENT PIPELINE FOR THE MIDDLE EAST IS IN KSA
Hilton revealed today at the Saudi Hotel Investment Conference, its largest development pipeline in the Middle East is in the Kingdom. The hotel chain is expanding its footprint throughout the region with the Kingdom having the largest number of Hilton hotels in development Speaking ahead of the event Carlos Khneisser, VP of Development, MENA said: […]
Panasonic and World Vision Launch Off-grid Solutions Project in Narok County, Kenya
World Vision and Panasonic Corporation have launched an Off-grid Solutions Project in Narok County, Kenya. Panasonic has donated power supply stations, solar storage devices, solar lanterns, and other lighting equipment at the launching ceremony held on January 31, 2019, in Ilkimati community in Narok. This Off-grid Solutions Project is one of Panasonic’s corporate social responsibility […]
Industry experts confirmed to speak at IoT Middle East
Industry experts and disruptors of the digital world are confirmed to speak at the sixth edition of theInternet of Things 2019’ in Armani Hotel Dubai from the 20th to the 21st of February 2019. Speakers presenting case studies from Las Vegas, Tour de France, Expo2020, Arsenal FC, Careem, and Silicon Park, will talk about new […]
Chafer cyberespionage group targets embassies with updated homebrew spyware
Kaspersky Lab researchers have detected multiple attempts to infect foreign diplomatic entities in Iran with homebrew spyware. The attacks appear to be using an updated Remexi backdoor. Several legitimate tools were also used during the campaign. The Remexi backdoor is linked to a suspected Farsi-speaking cyberespionage group known as Chafer, previously associated with the cyber-surveillance […]
HUAWEI nova Series is a Sample
With an increased demand on mid-range smartphones, this segment is booming, mirroring its market potential. Compromising advanced technology for price is no longer a must as smartphones ranging within the mid-range are witnessing an increase in overall quality. This trend has been led by Huawei, which has been devoted to making great technology accessible to […]
B2Broker Boosts Liquidity Offering with Launch of Additional 40 Crypto/CFD Pairs
B2Broker, a liquidity and technology provider of solutions for the crypto and foreign exchange (FX) industry, has today announced the launch of 40 new Crypto/CFD pairs, comprising all major cryptos such as BTC and Ripple against all major Fiat currencies: USD, EUR, JPY and GBP. The launch also features a range of unique pairs including […]
Samsung Electronics to Replace Plastic Packaging with Sustainable Materials
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. announced today that the company will start taking steps this year to replace plastic packaging materials with paper and other environmentally sustainable elements.From the first half of 2019, the packaging used currently for Samsung’s products and accessories – ranging from mobile phones and tablets to home appliances – will be substituted […]
SWIFT to open gpi to e-commerce and DLT platforms
gpi Link will seamlessly connect gpi members to multiple trade platforms thereby enabling gpi payment initiation, end-to-end payment tracking, payer authentication and credit confirmation. The gateway will enable the continuous monitoring and control of payment flows and the subsequent movement of goods by those trade platforms, while to ensure global integration and interoperability it will […]
Udrive Launches a Host of Exciting New Initiatives
Udrive, the app-based pay-per-minute car rental service, has taken another major step forward in bringing cheap, convenient and efficient short-term driving solutions to the masses, with the introduction of three ground-breaking new developments: Udrive Intercity, Udrive Premium Cars and Udrive in Ajman. The exciting news is yet another sign of the massive strides the innovative […]
Gemalto to Produce Secure and Innovative Healthcare Cards for Quebec
Gemalto (Euronext NL0000400653 – GTO), the world leader in digital security, and the Société de l’assurance automobile du Québec (SAAQ) have been chosen to produce secure and innovative health insurance cards for the Régie de l’assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ). RAMQ delivers 2.3 million healthcare cards to citizens, and the SAAQ provides 1.7 million driver’s […]
4 Key Features Smartphone Users Should Look for
Many smartphones flood the market every month and a lot of these phones have remarkable features and premium specs and cutting-edge technologies. But it is becoming harder than ever before for users to choose their next smartphone. Four key features that consumers should always take into account before buying a phone are: camera, battery, fast […]
Exclusive Nissan GT-R50 by Italdesign Makes Middle East Debut
The Nissan GT-R50 by Italdesign –the ultimate expression of the GT-R – made its Middle East debut today at Dubai Autodrome, as part of a global tour. The showcase of the GT-R50 prototype in the region followed its world debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in the UK. The sports car is on a […]
saudi arabia takes first place worldwide, with coding initiative
Microsoft today unveiled engagement insights from ‘Hour of Code’ an initiative held in partnership with Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Education, that aims to promote coding culture in the Kingdom and encourage students to develop future-ready skills. Scoring first place worldwide based on number of events per capita, ‘Hour of Code’ has enabled over 1.643 million […]
Canon Saudi Arabia highlights commitment to print innovation in the Kingdom at Saudi Print and Pack 2019
Canon Saudi Arabia (CSA) is showcasing its extensive range of innovative print solutions at the 16th edition of Saudi Print and Pack, from the 27th to the 30th of January at Jeddah Center for Forums and Events. At the first event since formally establishing direct operation in Saudi, Canon Saudi Arabia is emphasizing its commitment […]
HONOR VIEW20 LAUNCHED IN KSA, HONOR’S LATEST SMARTPHONE BRINGS A NUMBER OF FIRSTS AND SETS NEW SMARTPHONE STANDARDS IN KSA
HONOR, a leading smartphone e-brand, has launched its latest flagship smartphone, HONOR View20, for the KSA market. The launch highlighted five world first features of the new HONOR View20 that include: 48MP Camera + TOF 3D Camera, 25MP In-screen front camera with a narrowest 4.5mm opening, 7nm SOC Kirin 980 AI Chipset, Aurora Nano-texture design […]
The Smartphone that has Killer Technology
A smartphone is one of the mainstays in the modern-day personal and working human being’s arsenal; it seems that everyone has got a smartphone. They have changed our lives dramatically and become an integral part and tools we use to manage and enjoy our daily lives: chat with family and friends, play online games or […]
Mobily and Huawei Launched the First Joint ICT Academy in the Kingdom
Mobily, a leading Saudi Arabian telecommunications services company, and Huawei, a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices, have launched the first Joint ICT Academy among operators in the Kingdom. The Academy’s opening ceremony was held on Thursday 24 of January 2019, at Mobily headquarter, in the presence of […]