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Apple iPhone Tata Wistron deal

Tata to manufacture iPhones in India after completing Wistron purchase deal

Apple has been touting India as its next big growth driver as it looks to move some production away from China

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Interview: Microsoft’s Ahmad El Dandachi showcases the company’s new AI services

The enterprise commercial director of Microsoft UAE shares what the company showcased at GITEX GLOBAL and what the we can expect to see from Microsoft in the coming months

Saudi Arabia economy growth

Saudi Arabia launches Esports World Cup 2024

This ambitious undertaking underscores Saudi Arabia’s commitment to becoming a global leader in the esports arena

Maser - Prateek Suri on consumer tech industry in Africa

Powered by innovation: Maser’s Prateek Suri on the burgeoning consumer tech industry in UAE and Africa

Building on its presence in the continent, Maser Group is looking to expand its portfolio and strengthen its global presence

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Why digital infrastructure is a cornerstone for the burgeoning growth markets

The evolution of digital infrastructure stands as a cornerstone for the burgeoning growth markets in the realm of technological sovereignty

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GITEX GLOBAL 2023: Core42, AWS collaborate to accelerate digital transformation

This collaboration will be driven by harnessing existing AWS cloud and AI services, and Core42’s deep expertise in AI and digital solutions

BUSINESS LICENCE

GITEX GLOBAL 2023: Dubai Tourism, Avaya to build AI-powered platform to streamline business licences

The platform aims to help digitise the process of business licence applications, using AI to solve the most common pain-points in the journey

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GITEX Global 2023: Seclore combines cybersecurity with data-centric solutions

The Middle East witnessed a 77 per cent increase in ransomware activities in the first quarter of 2023, highlighting the need for significant cybersecurity investments by enterprises

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Expand North Star 2023: Dtek unveils SWIFT for retail industry

The checkout system has been designed based on feedback from retailers, and addresses common pain points such as crowded checkouts and stock mismanagement

Ride-hailing firm Yango sets up global office in Dubai

Yango sets up global office in Dubai

The global office will serve as a centre of excellence for the company’s operations in more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Africa, and beyond

Abu Dhabi’s G42, OpenAI partner Middle East AI push

GITEX GLOBAL 2023: G42, OpenAI partner to advance AI in Middle East

The partnership will focus on delivering OpenAI’s generative AI models across sectors spanning financial services to energy and healthcare

UAE’s AI Office, Core42 partner to enhance national talents

GITEX GLOBAL 2023: UAE’s AI Office, Core42 partner to enhance national talents

The strategy represents a significant stride towards emphasising the importance of developing national talents within the digital sector

Dubai Police unveils virtual cop, luxury marine patrol car Image Dubai Police at Gitex Global 2023

GITEX GLOBAL 2023: Dubai Police unveils virtual cop, luxury marine and self-driving patrol vehicles

Dubai Police is presenting several innovations, modern technologies, and services at the exhibition, all aiming to enhance its role in enabling community happiness and security

Dubai Land Department's RDC showcases Al and metaverse tech to solve rental disputes at Gitex Global 2023 Image Supplied

Here’s how AI, metaverse will help solve rental disputes in Dubai

Dubai Land Department’s RDC unveiled Metaverse Litigation a virtual platform for real estate litigation sessions and the new Judicial Probe service, which uses AI

TECOM’s in5 reports 20% growth in funding for startups

Expand North Star 2023: Funding for startups at TECOM Group’s in5 surges by 20%

The innovation and entrepreneurship platform said 120 new ventures joined its ecosystem in the first nine months of 2023

HPE electronic waste art installation at Gitex Global 2023

GITEX GLOBAL 2023: HPE presents electronic waste art installation at show

The piece of art, made of HPE electronic circuit board parts, aims to raise awareness among GITEX visitors for the environmental impact of the tech industry

Honeywell unveils T&L CT47 Mobile Computer

GITEX GLOBAL 2023: Honeywell unveils next-Gen 5G mobile computer for e-commerce sector

The CT47 all-purpose device is specifically designed to help transportation, logistics and warehouse workers pick, pack, sort and deliver e-commerce orders more efficiently

Masdar City and Huawei join forces to accelerate net-zero

GITEX GLOBAL 2023: Masdar City, Huawei partner to boost net zero efforts

The agreement will promote the adoption of carbon-conscious ICT through Huawei’s Net Zero Campus Framework

Richard Burns, Chairman of ISS and Thomas Pramotedham, CEO of Presight Image Supplied

GITEX GLOBAL 2023: Presight, Intelligent Security Systems sign MoU for smart and safe city projects

The strategic collaboration was formalised with a signing ceremony at the Presight stand at GITEX GLOBAL 2023 in Dubai

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Saudi Arabia to host major gaming and esports conference

The specialised gaming and esports event will be co-hosted by the Saudi Esports Federation and Saudi Arabia Ministry of Sport in Riyadh on October 23

Hub71 enahnces incentive programme to drive startup growth in Abu Dhabi Image Supplied

Hub71 revamps incentive programme, strengthens support for startups in Abu Dhabi

Startups can receive Dhs250,000 worth of in-kind incentives and an initial Dhs250,000 cash incentive for equity, with certain startups eligible to receive a top-up of up to Dhs250,000

Future Blockchain Summit 2023

Dubai Harbour: Future Blockchain Summit kicks off on Oct 15

The summit, which will go on until October 18 at Dubai Harbour, will see global companies showcase the significant progress made in Web3, blockchain and crypto technologies

Gitex Global is back and bigger than ever

Gitex Global 2023: The biggest tech show of the year is back!

The event covers 41 exhibition halls, hosting leading technology giants and startups specialising in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, mobility, and more

RTA facial recognition

Dubai’s RTA unveils facial recognition for Nol cards at GITEX Global 2023

This state-of-the-art system enables passengers to make payments without tickets, Nol cards, or credit cards

AI chip

US tackles loopholes in curbs on AI chip exports to China: Report

The updated rules also are meant to cover AI chips as technology evolves

Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy unveils ‘App Olympics’

Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy launches App Olympics

The competition is open to UAE nationals and residents as well as global tech startups interested in establishing a presence in Dubai

Phoenix Group gears up for Abu Dhabi IPO

UAE’s Phoenix Group gears up for IPO in Abu Dhabi

Founded in 2017, the company is set to be the first privately owned crypto and blockchain entity to be listed on a Middle East stock market

Abu Dhabi launches SAVI at Masdar City Image Abu Dhabi Media Office

Abu Dhabi launches Smart and Autonomous Vehicles Industries (SAVI) cluster

Located in Masdar City, SAVI will build on Abu Dhabi’s industrial base and access to established air corridors, road infrastructure and global network of partners

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Cover story: Pioneering proptech: Transforming real estate through blockchain

Robin Ubaghs, co-founder of Propchain and the Welfare Group shares how his ventures are using blockchain technology to transform the real estate industry

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Biggest-ever gaming deal clears regulatory hurdle: Microsoft closes $69bn Activision Blizzard deal

The deal was blocked in April by UK’s Competition and Markets Authority which said it could give Microsoft a stranglehold over the nascent cloud gaming market