Home next Industry next Technology

Technology

How Covid-19 has revamped the online grocery shopping space

The stay-at-home protocol activated across countries to combat the spread of the virus has proven to be a game changer for the online shopping sector

Twitter

Twitter tests new user interaction feature

The feature is currently being tested among a small group of Twitter users worldwide

Facebook Shops

Facebook, Instagram unveil ‘Shops’ platform to facilitate e-commerce

The new product will be introduced this summer in the US, and will be subsequently rolled out in other markets worldwide

ALHOSN UAE Covid-19 app

Public urged to download ALHOSN UAE Covid-19 tracing app

The app is being updated to include an additional function of being able to remotely monitor quarantined individuals

Bahrain deploys Covid-fighting robots amid virus concerns

The AI-powered machines, capable of identifying patients using facial recognition, can respond to voice commands from staff

Ubisoft Rainbow Six Siege

Game developer Ubisoft files lawsuit against Apple, Google

There have been over five million downloads of the game on the Google Play store alone

Tesla shares give up gains on renewed prospect of Musk buying Twitter

Tesla expected to soon reveal ‘million-mile-battery’

Tesla has collaborated with Chinese company Contemporary Amperex Technology for this battery

Huawei responds to severe new US sanctions

The new sanctions prevent any company that uses American machines or technologies from dealing with Huawei

Apple to reopen a few stores, strict safety precautions in place

All visitors will need to undergo a temperature check before entering, and will need to wear a face mask

Four of five organisations in UAE faced at least one ‘cyber attack’ in 2019 – study

As many as 75 per cent respondents admitted that they train their employees on cybersecurity best practices twice a year or less

Human Technology Connection

AI and jobs: The ethical question that companies face

As businesses implement AI, questions arise on the future of their workforce. Should they replace human employees with technology? A recently opened Microsoft AI Business School outlines how companies can approach the topic of AI and ethics

Why UAE businesses must streamline sales through technology

UAE-based Saphyte provides businesses a software solution using intuitive design, automation and big data to create a competitive edge

The power of integrating AI models into HR departments

Does the implementation of AI as a routine part of HR department operations mean that a company’s human workforce will eventually be trimmed?

Why commercial-military collaborations will drive revolutionary innovation

The history of warfare is marked by innovation. The 4.0 era will be won by smart technological convergence

Responsible AI

Why regional executives should consider AI education

The process of implementing AI in organisations is a complex one and requires the right kind of training, says Microsoft, which has launched its AI Business School

Etihad Airways 3D printed face shields PPE

Video: Etihad manufactures 3D-printed face shields for UAE’s healthcare workers

The shields are made from 100 per cent recycled materials

Dubai Video Games Game_On

Dubai Media City launches video game development workshops

The inaugural workshop will be conducted by Ahmad Al-Natsheh on May 14 at 3pm

Dubai startup Invygo raises $1m in funding

The startup plans to use the funds to further the business by expanding into new customer segments

Asia’s Richest Men Prep for Battle as Adani Enters Ambani’s Turf

Saudi wealth fund exploring an investment in Reliance Jio

Facebook last month agreed to pay $5.7bn for a 10 per cent stake in the digital unit

The growing trajectory of digital healthcare tools

In the aftermath of the global Covid-19 spread, the demand for digital healthcare tools is expected to scale

Mideast Petro-States look past oil rout to chase solar power

Prices for benchmark Brent crude have slumped 52 per cent this year, falling far below levels that most governments in the region need to balance their budgets

How the Covid-19 pandemic enabled YouTubers to become teachers

If any e-learning habits built up during Covid-19 become ingrained, schools may be prompted to incorporate more YouTube videos into their routines

Facebook Journalism Project launches fund to support local newsrooms amid Covid-19

Facebook will work with the International Centre for Journalism (ICFJ) to offer grants, webinars and professional mentorship to support publishers

UAE’s Mubadala Healthcare and NYUAD to jointly produce 3D-printed medical masks

The 3D-printed masks will be similar to the N95 mask, but will be reusable and feature replaceable filters

Abu Dhabi Pay

TAMM launches Abu Dhabi Pay to offer digital payment options for government services

Currently, digital wallet and credit card payments are available while direct bank debit will subsequently be added to the platform

Watch: How to prepare for and respond to a cyber attack?

In this special webinar, Jan Tietze from cyber security company SentinelOne, goes through the threat hunting process

UAE telco du launches digital platform for SMEs

The new platform will enable SME corporates to conduct simple, secure, and trusted business transactions

UAE’s yallacompare raises $4.25m in new funding round

The comparison website accounts for more than 75 per cent of online insurance transactions in the UAE

Robot technology deployed to disinfect Abu Dhabi airport, screen passengers

The robot will be deployed throughout Abu Dhabi International Airport including staff areas and cargo facilities as well as cabins on passenger aircraft

Message from the top: Reem Al Shihhe, COO, DIFC Courts

As companies across the GCC tackle the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic, regional business leaders reveal insights on what their organisations are doing and offer advice on how to deal with the current crisis