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Realizing 2030: Dell Technologies Research Explores the Next Era of Human-Machine Partnerships
In 2030 every organization will be a technology organization and as such businesses need to start thinking today about how to future-proof their infrastructure and workforce, according to a report published by Dell Technologies today. The research, led by the Institute for the Future (IFTF) alongside 20 technology, academic and business experts from across the […]
STME warns UAE business to protect IT systems following WannacryAccording to data, 50% of Middle East businesses do not have any cybercrime prevention measures in place, placing systems in danger of attack
STME, the Middle East’s leading IT solutions provider and systems integrator, has issued a strong warning to the region’s business community about the potential vulnerability of IT systems following the global Wannacry attack in May 2017. It is estimated the attack affected 200,000 computers in 150 countries, including systems used by Fedex, Nissan and the […]
Palo Alto Networks Upholds Leadership Position in Gartner Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Network Firewalls
Palo Alto Networks® (NYSE: PANW), the next-generation security company, today announced that it has again been recognized in the “Leaders” quadrant of the July 10, 2017 “Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Network Firewalls” by Gartner Inc. According to the report, “The Leaders quadrant contains vendors that build products that fulfill enterprise requirements. These requirements include a […]
Three Lincoln Models Earn Coveted Top Safety Pick Award from Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
The 2017 Lincoln Continental has earned the highest award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, securing the coveted Top Safety Pick+ for the flagship sedan of the Lincoln Motor Company. Complementing Continental’s success, is Lincoln MKZ and Lincoln MKX, which both earned top safety marks in their segments.The Pre-Collision Assist with Pedestrian Detection available […]
SWIFT extends KYC Registry membership to all supervised financial institutions
SWIFT announces today that it has opened membership in its KYC Registry to all supervised financial institutions globally. Since the launch of The KYC Registry in December 2014, membership has been limited to SWIFT-connected supervised institutions. Starting in September 2017, all supervised financial institutions which are licensed by authorities such as central banks and regulatory […]
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HUAWEI Nova 2 Plus smartphone is available for Pre-order
Selfie superstar with an elegant design With the launch of the new HUAWEI Nova 2 Plus smartphone around the corner in the Saudi market, Huawei Tech Investment Saudi Arabia announced that the new smartphone will be currently available for pre-order from selected outlets around the Kingdom starting from 20th till 27th of July. Redefining the […]
Canon announces partnership with leading travel influencer Haifa Beseisso
Canon Middle East, a leader in imaging solutions, has announced a partnership with Arab YouTube star and leading travel influencer, Haifa Beseisso to launch the company’s new brand proposition for the consumer and professional imaging business. Canon’s new brand proposition aims to shift perception of the company amongst a younger audience. The new proposition ‘Live […]
Sabre creates an AI-powered chatbot using Microsoft’s intelligent and natural language services
Sabre Corporation, a leading technology provider to the global travel industry, announces the development of an AI-powered chatbot that leverages Microsoft Bot Framework and Microsoft Cognitive Services, a set of tools that organizations can use to add intelligent and conversational features to their applications. Sabre will initially test the chatbot with two travel agencies and […]
Fortinet Named a Leader in the 2017 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Network Firewalls
Fortinet® (NASDAQ: FTNT), the global leader in high-performance cybersecurity solutions, today announced it has been recognized as a Leader in the 2017 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Network Firewalls1. The report evaluated Fortinet’s Security Fabric, its ‘completeness of vision’ and ‘ability to execute’ as factors for the placement in the Magic Quadrant. As a foundation […]
Attivo Networks and Spectrami Join Forces to Deliver Next-Generation Deception Technology across EMEA
Attivo Networks®, the leader in deception for cyber security threat detection today announced a strategic distribution partnership with Spectrami, the leading value added distributor in the region, to provide its next-generation deception solutions across Europe, Middle East and Africa. With a comprehensive portfolio of niche technologies and solutions covering Information Security, Data Centre Infrastructure, Data […]
Legendary 3-door Patrol Super Safari returns to Nissan line-up
Following the success of the relaunched Patrol Super Safari 5-door earlier this year, Nissan have once again responded to the demands of the Gulf’s 4WD-loving motorists. This time it’s the 3-door version of the Patrol Super Safari – also known as the Hard Top version – that is being re-launched, to the delight of the […]
Infor and LinkedIn Partner to Help Boost Sales Productivity
Infor, a leading provider of beautiful business applications specialized by industry and built for the cloud, today announced a new integration of Infor Customer Relationship Management (CRM) with LinkedIn Sales Navigator. Specifically, Infor has completed its integration to LinkedIn Sales Navigator, which is designed to create a streamlined experience between the two applications, with the […]
CONSTRUCTING HOUSE OF CARDS ON RUNNING WASHING MACHINE EARNS LG PRESTIGIOUS INDUSTRY AWARD
Proving that a washing machines can be the star of a viral video, LG Electronics’ House of Cards video was the recipient of an AME Award in the category of branded entertainment. One of the most prestigious industry honors, the AME (Advertising & Marketing Effectiveness) Awards recognize a marketing campaign’s strategy, creative concept, production value […]
Alcatel Launches A5 LED, the World’s First Interactive LED-covered Smartphone
Alcatel announces the launch of Alcatel A5 LED in Saudi Arabia. The world’s first interactive LED-covered smartphone, A5 LED delivers on Alcatel’s enjoy.now promise with innovations for energetic young consumers. “With the A5 LED, Alcatel is delivering new fun features, like light-up notifications and unique LED cover patterns and themes you create yourself, as well […]
How CIOs can manage the expectations of the connected customer
By Aaron White, Regional Director, Sage Middle East The role of the CIO has changed significantly over recent years, evolving from network operator and general FAQ answerer to business brain and strategist. Regionally, the change has been driven by the next wave of Social, Mobile, Analytics and Cloud (SMAC) technologies, which promised to unleash innovation […]
Canon launches new office technology to help small businesses master document processes
Canon Middle East, world leader in imaging solutions, has today announced the latest device that extends its wide-ranging office technology portfolio even further. The imageRUNNER C3025i utilises Canon’s award-winning technology to ensure that users’ master their document workflows from start to finish. Designed to improve efficiency and productivity at every stage of the print process, […]
Managed FZ-LLC Offers Complete Patch Management Solutions for Cyber-Vulnerable Businesses & Organizations
The recent WannaCry and Petya ransomware outbreaks were devastating attacks with over 400,000 machines infected with WannaCry in 150+ countries. Conducted on an unprecedented scale, these attacks were maximized by unpatched machines allowing the malware to exploit vulnerabilities like Windows EternalBlue. Unfortunately, even though many companies are aware of the risks, for various reasons, the […]
Lincoln Voted Most Satisfying Premium Brand Among Owners in AutoPacific Survey
Owners of new Lincoln vehicles have voted Lincoln the top luxury brand, according to this year’s Vehicle Satisfaction Awards from AutoPacific, future-orientated automotive marketing research, and a product-consulting firm. The awards are based on owner responses to survey questions regarding the overall ownership experience.“The Vehicle Satisfaction Awards look at the big picture,” said George Peterson, […]
Huawei launches “Device Collection Points” service across more than 300 branches across the Kingdom
As part of its commitment to provide its customers with the best quality and fastest services, Huawei announced the launch of Huawei Customer Service “Device Collection Points” to collect devices and send them to Huawei’s authorized service centers across more than 300 branches across the Kingdom. This will give Huawei customers the easiest and safest […]
HID Global Acquires Arjo Systems to Expand Its Government ID Business with Physical and Digital Identity Solutions
Today, HID Global, a worldwide leader in trusted identity solutions, announced that it had acquired Arjo Systems SAS, a provider of physical and digital identity solutions for secure government ID applications. Arjo Systems gives HID Global broader capabilities to deploy electronic identification (eID) and ePassport solutions for government programs. “Our acquisition of Arjo Systems significantly […]
Governments in the MENA Region Should Champion Taxation Reforms for Greater Mobile Connectivity, Says New GSMA Report
– The GSMA today announced that seven MENA countries, Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Morocco, Saudi Arabia, Tunisia and Turkey, could improve access to mobile connectivity by reforming their mobile taxation regimes. In its latest report ‘Delivering Mobile Connectivity in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA)’, the GSMA provides an overview of key general taxes, such […]
Renault-Nissan Alliance annual synergies rise 16% to €5 billion
The Renault-Nissan Alliance today reported a 16 percent increase in synergies for 2016 compared to 2015. The Alliance members secured savings, generated incremental revenues, and implemented cost-avoidance measures through the world’s leading automotive partnership. The value of annualized synergies realized by the Alliance rose to €5 billion last year, up from €4.3 billion in 2015. […]