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Yahsat gets Dhs18.7bn mandate from UAE govt for 17 years Image WAM

UAE: Yahsat receives Dhs18.7bn govt mandate for satellite related services

This agreement increases the group’s contracted future revenues to Dhs25.7bn, over 16 times its 2022 annual revenues

Cisco Splunk

Cisco to buy Splunk in $28bn deal

Splunk president and CEO Gary Steele will join Cisco’s executive leadership team

Silal launches food tracking system powered by blockchain tech Image Silal X

Farm to fork: Abu Dhabi’s Silal launches blockchain-powered food tracking system

The traceability feature is accessible by scanning the QR code of a Silal Fresh product through the Silal App

Echo Show 8

Amazon upgrades Echo Show 8 with new features

The device features a new industrial design, intuitive home screen experience, upgraded processor, spatial audio and a built-in smart home hub

Gitex Global

Gitex Global 2023: New venues, new shows and more

Gitex Global and Expand North Star will comprise a combined 41 halls spanning 2.7 million sq. ft of exhibition space – a 35 per cent increase over the previous year

Wearables market

Global wearables market sees growth in Q2 2023

The basic watch category continued to grow, capturing nearly half the market

Dubai Harbour

Dubai Harbour introduces floating waste collector drone

PixieDrone has a 160-litre collection capacity, with up to six hours of operation in autonomous mode

Fuze

UAE-headquartered Fuze raises $14m seed round

The investment was led by Abu Dhabi-based Further Ventures, along with participation by US-based Liberty City Ventures

Epson EcoTank L3560

Hands-on review: Epson EcoTank L3560 printer

With versatile features, high-quality prints and up to 90 per cent savings on printing costs, it makes an ideal choice for budget-conscious homes and small offices

Google Lens and Bard

Google Lens is coming to Bard in Arabic

Bard is now making its existing English language features available to more than 40 new languages while launching new capabilities

Kuwait Cyberattack

Kuwait: Finance Ministry says cyberattack hit one of its systems

The ministry has been in contact with National Cybersecurity Center for updates and assessment of the hack

iOS 17

What’s new in iOS 17? A closer look at the latest Apple update

The update makes iPhone even more personal and intuitive, says Apple

Nuha

Nuha: UAE’s first ChatGPT-powered virtual hospitality concierge unveiled

The artificial intelligence system, conceptualised and developed in-house, has made its debut at the Address Downtown Hotel in Dubai

Winly

Online store Winly introduces an engaging spin on e-commerce

With every purchase made on the platform, customers receive a complimentary Prize Draw ticket

edtech

Edtech: Using technology to connect stakeholders

YaSchools started as a directory that hosted information of about schools but has evolved into a multi-service platform

Digital Twins - sustainable solutions

A case study from Helsinki: Seeking sustainable solutions using digital twins

A data and technology-driven approach can enable the built environment’s decarbonisation mission

Google - Big Tech

Antitrust trial: Why has the US Justice Dept sued Google?

The antitrust trial is a landmark case and centers on allegations that Google has engaged in monopolistic practices

Iphone 15 UAE

Apple’s iPhone 15 series pre-order begins in UAE

Apple unveiled its latest iPhone 15 series lineup on September 12, featuring a slew of upgrades

Microsoft

Microsoft, Oracle expand cloud partnership

The new offering, Oracle Database@Azure, will give customers direct access to Oracle database services running on OCI and deployed in Microsoft Azure data centres

iOS 17

Here’s a list of iPhones eligible for iOS 17 update

The launch date of iOS 17 is scheduled for September 18

Hub71 RemotePass partner to help SMEs Image Hub71

Abu Dhabi: Hub71, RemotePass partner to support startups with HR needs

A Hub71 startup since 2020, Remotepass has successfully scaled its business to become a key partner of the ecosystem

iPhone 15

Apple’s iPhone 15 series: Features, specs, price revealed

Pre-orders for the series will commence on September 15, and customers in the UAE can expect the product to be available starting from September 22

Watch Series 9

Apple introduces Watch Series 9

The new Apple Watch lineup can be ordered today, with availability beginning Friday, September 22

skills shortage

Insights: Navigating the skills shortage and delivering outcomes for field service

Any business implementing new technologies to drive efficiencies, will also need to implement an approach that delivers change management

Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Alpine F1 Helmet Design

Abu Dhabi Grand Prix: Binance, Alpine F1 launch helmet design contest

The contest is open to all existing and new Binance users as well as F1 enthusiasts worldwide

Seeds for the Future

Qatar hosts Huawei’s Seeds for the Future 2023 programme

Under the initiative, Huawei hosted the Tech4Good regional competition in Doha, targeting youth with ideas that can address social issues by leveraging the latest ICT technologies

Dubai South

Dubai South completes blockchain integration system in partnership with Dubai Customs

Dubai South becomes the first free zone in Dubai to complete this integration

Brands For Less

IQ Robotics, Brands For Less Group unveil multi-million-dirham robotics transformation

Marking its fourth collaborative robotics transformation, the agreement aims to facilitate BFL Group’s expansion into Saudi Arabia

Dubai Metro achieves new operational milestone Image courtesy RTA

Dubai Metro achieves new milestone; here’s how its fleet is maintained

Among other highlights, Dubai Metro has achieved a punctuality rate of 99.7 per cent

Coursera Coach AI

Say hello to Coach AI

Why Coursera’s CEO wants the company chatbot to become your personal tutor