MENA print media revenues fell 30% from 2018 to 2022: survey
The report stresses the urgent need for MENA news organizations to overhaul business models, adopt digital strategies, and diversify content...
AI game gains popularity during Chinese New Year festivities
SHANGHAI, CHINA - Young Chinese flocking home for Lunar New Year this weekend have turned to an AI chatbot game to...
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Covid, digital transformation push GCC cloud growth
Businesses in the region are increasingly adopting cloud to protect their data, apps and infrastructure from fraudulent activities while supporting...
- Cloud computing can generate $202 billion from various sectors in Saudi Arabia by 2030
- Rapid cloud adoption can generate up to $600 bn in recurring value in the MENA region
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Spending on quantum computing will surge to US$ 9.1 billion by 2030: report
Tractica LLC, a market intelligence firm, revealed that spending on quantum computing will surge from US$260 million in 2020, to...
- Tractica LLC, a market intelligence firm, revealed that spending on quantum computing will surge from US$260 million in 2020, to US$9.1 billion by 2030
- 90 percent of organisations will partner with consulting companies or full-stack providers to accelerate quantum computing innovation through 2023, according to Gartner
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Dubai Municipality to tap into Metaverse gains in pursuit of futuristic goals
Dubai Municipality will work with private sector companies and investors to create a futuristic, human-centered version of the city that...
- As the next big market opportunity, the metaverse could provide nearly US$800 billion in revenue by 2024, Bloomberg Intelligence estimates show.
- The city would provide simulated time travel to historic moments, or immersive tours of landmark destinations, Dubai Municipality said.
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Kaspersky now a ‘security threat’
The designation will restrict its dealings in the United States.
- The US Federal Communications Commission has added Kaspersky to a threat list
- This effectively blocks the firm from being paid with certain US government subsidies
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Metaverse set to transform banking in GCC
Regional players eye big share as Metaverse is expected to become a US$800 billion market. Some analysts believe it will...
- Metaverse is expected to become a US$800 billion market -although some analysts think it will reach $30 trillion
- The use of Metaverse in banking may lead to the emergence of fully digital bank branches, reducing or even eliminating the need for physical ones
Digital Dubai and Dubai Police to collaborate on cybersecurity
Digital Dubai and Dubai Police will strengthen their partnership and collaborate towards achieving strategic goals in cybersecurity.
- The two parties have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) regarding the same
- The MoU adds to the existing partnership between government entities entrusted with cybersecurity issues
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How European rulings imperil flagship Google product
Lax laws and sweetheart deals are becoming a thing of the past for big tech firms, particularly in Europe where...
- More than half of the world's websites use Google Analytics to help their owners understand the behaviour of users
- Regulators in several countries agree with activists and have ruled Google Analytics incompatible with European data privacy regulation
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UAE to boost cybersecurity ecosystem in cooperation with Huawei
The parties will jointly establish a Cybersecurity Center of Excellence to deliver talent training that addresses the cybersecurity capacity-building needs.
- Both parties have agreed to work together in building visibility and promoting thought leadership in the area of cybersecurity.
- They will also cooperate in the field of cybersecurity research and development through an independent think tank that both parties will establish.
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Investments key to improve region’s telecom services
There is so much more the industry can explore through digital engagement, including digitizing products and services, gamifying experiences, creating...
- In today's digital economy, personalized experiences have become a prerequisite for companies wanting to achieve bigger gains
- The pandemic has proved that more customers place quality networks and services above the pricing amount while making purchasing decisions
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Skills gap challenge for GCC digitization, says du CEO
GCC companies should work closely with digital and software companies to expedite digital transformation, says Fahad Al Hassawi, CEO of...
- du is the second largest telecom service provider in the UAE, and its 2021 revenues grew by 5.4% to $3.19 billion
- Agility will be key to the telecommunications industry and requires telecom operators to look beyond connectivity, says al Hassawi
MENA print media revenues fell 30% from 2018 to 2022: survey
The report stresses the urgent need for MENA news organizations to overhaul business models, adopt digital strategies, and diversify content...
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Apple to allow applications to be downloaded outside app store
Washington, United States - The American company Apple intends to provide the possibility of downloading applications from outside its official...
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Global Media Congress opportunity for showcasing AI advances: Expert
Abu Dhabi, UAE -- Rapid advances in AI technologies have created a major challenge for the media sector: the difficulty...
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Blockchain enhances efficiency, security in aviation
Despite facing challenges like regulatory compliance and interoperability, blockchain promises to revolutionize airline operations, offering improved passenger experiences.
- Despite facing challenges like regulatory compliance and interoperability, blockchain promises to revolutionize airline operations, offering improved passenger experiences.
- Blockchain technology is revolutionizing aviation with enhanced transparency, security, and operational efficiency, promising significant cost savings, says Aerobloc's founder.
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AI safety & innovation: Key focus of UAE-Spain tie-up
“I have been looking very carefully and intensely at the UAE’s strategy on AI, and it resonates a lot with...
- UAE's artificial intelligence strategy is driving economic growth and establishing it as a global talent hub.
- Collaboration between Spain and ADIA Lab in Abu Dhabi focuses on knowledge and talent exchange.
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81% UAE companies plan to use AI for cybersecurity
AI has emerged as a transformative force in various sectors, revolutionizing how businesses operate, make decisions, and secure their assets,...
- AI has emerged as a transformative force in various sectors, revolutionizing how businesses operate, make decisions, and secure their assets
- The research has found that 94% of UAE respondents understand the potential cyber risks, and 89% feel their organization is cyber-ready