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BMW Group paves the way for the production network of the future
Munich. The BMW Group is speeding up the shift towards electromobility and strengthening its global network to produce electrified vehicles. The company is investing 400 million euros in a new vehicle assembly at the main plant in Munich and concentrating its European production activities for internal combustion engines at the Steyr and Hams Hall locations. “We […]

Gaming Industry Remains a Smart Investment
2020 Gave Huge Boost to Gaming with More Innovations Coming The gaming industry in 2020 is drawing close attention to itself. With growing sales, the manufacturers of gaming consoles plan to increase their profitability in an unprecedented way. Despite global economic setbacks in 2020 due to COVID-19, the gaming industry has seen significant revenue and […]

FESTIVE FUN FOR LITTLE ONES AT CAYA
Tots can indulge in Mediterranean merriment with the ultimate Gingerbread man decorating masterclass. Located in Town Square Dubai Park, the homegrown neighborhood eatery Caya invites little ones to delve into the seasonal spirit with a delicious decorating masterclass. The family-friendly eatery celebrates the season by encouraging kids to get creative with their culinary skills by embellishing […]

Ajman Bank wins the Best Professional Practices for Internal Audit Award at the 9th International Conference of Audit
Ajman Bank has been declared the winner of the Best Professional Practice Award in the private sector’s internal audit category (Fraud Category). The announcement was made at the 9th International Conference of Chief Audit Executives held this week under the kind patronage of His Excellency Abdullah bin Touq al-Marri, Minister of Economy of the UAE, […]

Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport in Sharjah concludes 2020 with quality achievements
AASTS has consolidated its role as maritime academic arm in UAE, enhancing its mission in empowering young Emiratis to work in the maritime sector Sharjah, UAE, 12 December 2020: The Arab Academy for Science Technology and Maritime Transport in Sharjah (AASTS) has concluded 2020 with major achievements that strengthen its strategic role in supporting the UAE’s […]

Seatrade Maritime Middle East Virtual 2020 will reinforce the leading status of the maritime industry in the region
With 120 exhibitors and a national pavilion from China The event that will utilize the power of technology to provide an immersive digital experience is set to witness exceptional participation from local and international players Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 12 of December 2020: Stressing on the importance of modern technology and digitalization in the industry, Seatrade Maritime […]

New Model of Premium Pure Electric SUV – Hongqi E-HS9
HAINAN, China–(BUSINESS WIRE/AETOSWire)– On December 4th, 2020, Hongqi E-HS9, a new full-scale intelligent pure electric premium SUV, was unveiled and officially launched globally in Boao, Hainan, China. This model will be sold in both China and Europe. It is a flagship electric SUV manufactured by China FAW Group, with world-leading design, interior space, intelligent technology, safety, […]

Huawei’s Mate series elevates the flagship smartphone segment With constant evolutions in design, performance, and videography that are depicted in the new HUAWEI Mate40 Pro
Available now in Saudi Arabia Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 10 December: Huawei’s Mate series has a reputation in the smartphone industry for being among the ones who constantly step up what smartphones can and are supposed to do. The newly launched HUAWEI Mate 40 Pro continues down this path, bringing to the table innovative features and striking design elements that […]

MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL OPENS NEW COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT IN RIYADH
Featuring 197-rooms, Courtyard by Marriott Riyadh Northern Ring Road is the brand’s fourth property in the Kingdom Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 10 December, 2020 – Marriott International announces the official opening of Courtyard by Marriott Riyadh Northern Ring Road in the heart of the capital city of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on December 2020, after a […]

DP WORLD, UAE REGION’S PIONEERING DIGITAL INITIATIVES ATTRACT THE LIMELIGHT AT GITEX 2020
The company’s digital strategy empowers the UAE’s logistics sector, assisting the country in achieving its development goals. Jebel Ali Port and Jafza connect consumers to over 3.5 billion people Since its launch, Dubai Trade’s Electronic Delivery Order crosses 52,000 transactions, valued at AED120 million in less than a year. Dubai, United Arab Emirates, December 8, […]

Bespin Global MEA Becomes the First to Achieve Datadog’s Gold Tier Partner in the Middle East
09 December 2020, Dubai, UAE – Bespin Global MEA, a leading cloud technology consulting and management company, is now Datadog’s first Gold tier Partner for Managed Service Providers (MSP) in the Middle East. Datadog is a leading cloud-scale application monitoring service provider that brings together and provides monitoring of servers, databases, containers, tools, and services through […]

Huawei TrustInTech Summit 2020: Shared Prosperity Enabled by Trust in Technology and Open Collaboration
The Middle East, December 10, 2020: Huawei hosted its second annual TrustInTech Summit, which was attended by ICT industry experts, academia, and economists from around the world. Speakers included Huawei’s Executive Director of the Board and President of the Carrier Business Group, Ryan Ding, international investor Jim Rogers, GSMA CMO Stephanie Lynch-Habib, and others. Focusing […]

AIR CARGO RECOVERY CONTINUES AT A SLOWER PACE IN OCTOBER
7 December 2020 (Geneva) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released October data for global air freight markets showing that air cargo demand continued to improve but slower than the previous month and remains below previous year levels. Global demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTKs*), was 6.2% below previous-year levels in October (-7.5% for international operations). That […]

Canvio® Portable Storage with new applications and designs takes center stage at the Toshiba Gulf FZE stand at #GITEX2020
Canvio FlexTM and Canvio GamingTM models now come with new colors and textures. Toshiba Gulf FZE is geared to highlight the Canvio® portable storage Series at GITEX 2020, designed to meet the evolving needs for storage solutions suited for a broad range of users, including multi-platform users, gamers, business professionals, outdoor photographers, and students. “The Canvio® series delivers data […]

BMW Group Middle East Gears Up for the Upcoming Second Edition of Battle of the Gamers
Middle East gamers will have the opportunity to compete for a total prize pool of $50,000 and a $15,000 prize in the regional mobile tournament in the second edition of Battle of the Gamers. XX December 2020 – Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Following the success of Battle of the Gamers Season 1, BMW Group Middle East […]

#Bupa_Arabia received reputable #awards and listing in 2020
– Tal Nazer: Our achievements are in line with the healthcare objectives of Vision 2030 as well as the company’s strategic vision for 2020. – Bupa Arabia’s distinctive and diverse health insurance programs and product offerings set the company apart from the rest, making it a health insurance leader in the region. Jeddah: Bupa Arabia for Cooperative […]

Salesforce Raises FY21 Revenue Forecast to $21B Following 20% Revenue Growth in Q3 FY21
Following a record performance during the third quarter of its fiscal year 2021 (Q3 FY21), which ended on October 31, 2020, Salesforce raised its overall revenue forecast for the fiscal year 2021 (FY21) and fiscal year 2020 (FY22) considerably. According to the research data analyzed and gathered by the Finnish website Sijoitusrahastot, its revenue totaled $5.42 […]

Ankabut partners with Huawei for cloud & software-defined data center expansion project
Organizations will seek to provide innovative solutions to more universities and academic institutions across the Middle East. Dubai, UAE – December 9, 2020: Ankabut, the UAE’s Advanced National Research and Education Network offering academic institutions connectivity to other education networks worldwide, will be working with Huawei to expand one of the leading education clouds in the UAE and […]

Cisco Announces Wave of Webex Innovation to Drive 10x Better Experiences and Much More
with new features that deliver highly personalized insights and actionable recommendations to individuals and teams. new devices for workers and the new Webex App Hub with integrations to simplify workflows. IMImobile and intent to acquire Slido. KSA, Riyadh, December 9, 2020 — Today, at WebexOne, Cisco announced a wave of Webex innovation to help organizations collaborate seamlessly and transform their employee and customer experiences. Taking place […]

HP Seizes Thousands of Counterfeit Products in Saudi Arabia
HP’s Anti-Counterfeiting and Fraud Team partnered with Saudi authorities to identify and confiscate counterfeit HP toner cartridges Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, September 30, 2020 – HP’s Anti-Counterfeit and Fraud teams in the Middle East have continued to see successes in identifying and seizing counterfeit print supplies. In August 2020, the Saudi customs tackled an illicit cross-border trade […]

Cofense Introduces Industry Changing Phishing Detection and Response (PDR) Platform
Advanced automation capabilities reduce response time and phishing attack risk LEESBURG, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE/AETOSWire)– Cofense®, the global leader in intelligent phishing defense solutions, today introduced its Phishing Detection and Response (PDR) platform, a solution designed specifically for enterprise organizations. As phishing attacks continue to become more sophisticated, persistent, and adapt to legacy security defenses, demand for end-to-end phishing […]

DeathStalker: a detailed look at a mercenary APT group that targets businesses in the Middle East
Kaspersky researchers have published a detailed overview of DeathStalker, a ‘mercenary’ advanced persistent threat (APT) group that has been leveraging efficient espionage attacks on small and medium-sized firms since at least 2013. DeathStalker is presumably a hacker-for-hire group that targets victims worldwide, further signifying their operations’ size. Despite their global targeting, this group focused on targeting […]
