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On-chain segmentation: Unlocking insights for the region’s rising crypto exchanges

How do exchanges survive and thrive in an increasingly competitive market? We take a look…

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Hamdan bin Mohammed Smart University introduces metaverse training courses

The courses include presentations on the metaverse, its applications across diverse sectors and methodologies

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Dubai Taxi Corporation launches digital transformation strategic plan 2022-2025

The strategy seeks to accomplish a host of strategic goals highlighted by digital mobility, excellent operation, financial sustainability, people’s happiness and shaping the future

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Saudi Arabia to mandate Type-C USB charging ports by 2025

The decision will contribute to reducing the amount of annual domestic consumption of chargers and charging cables by more than 2.2 million units annually

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Saudi edtech YaSchools raises $600,000 in seed round, plans for expansion to Jordan

Since the launch of its microlending services in early 2023, YaSchools has received financing requests worth more than $40m

OPPO

OPPO: Building on inspiration and innovation

OPPO MEA’s new president Chi Zhou on the factors bolstering the brand’s popularity in the region

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Saudi city of future enlists Dutch help to grow crops in desert

It is carving out an area the size of some 15 soccer fields to form a horticulture oasis on the outskirts of Neom

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Standard Chartered, DIFC Innovation Hub partner to empower UAE women entrepreneurs

The Women in Tech accelerator programme offers entrepreneurs a platform to unleash their potential, overcome barriers and accelerate their business ventures

How ASUS BUSINESS is meeting the diverse needs of organisations

With ASUS BUSINESS, organisations can confidently rely on solutions that drive productivity and set new standards in the industry, backed by a legacy of excellence and innovation

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Hamad International Airport rolls out digital wayfinding solution

Distributed across the airport, wayfinding and directory devices with QR codes will allow passengers to get from one point to another

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Salesforce cuts more jobs after 10% reduction earlier this year

The company plans to reduce headcount by about 8,000 people by the end of fiscal 2024

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Meta begins blocking news in Canada in response to new law

The move came after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government passed the Online News Act, expected to come into effect before the end of this year

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Mubadala invests in US-based Aligned Data Centers

With this investment, Mubadala will become a minority partner alongside majority partners managed by Macquarie Asset Management

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Find the latest AI-powered smart pedestrian crossing in this Dubai community

The system’s AI algorithms are designed to detect and track vehicles and other road users approaching the pedestrian crosswalk

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UAE’s e& eyes further expansion, acquires Czech PPF Group’s telecom assets

Once the transaction is closed, e& will fully consolidate the acquired assets under the e& international vertical

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Apple iPhone 15: Release date, specs, features leaked

The iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max models are rumoured to cost $1,099 and $1,299, respectively

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HSBC announces new JV with fintech Tradeshift

The deal will see HSBC make a $35m investment into Tradeshift in two stages and also join its board

Insights: The age of cloud deployment choice is here

In the UAE, analysts estimate that total spending on public cloud will show a CAGR of 23.4 per cent hitting $3.30bn in 2026

UAE Ministry of Economy, Huawei Cloud launch startup programme

The programme will provide up to $150,000 in vouchers and access to Huawei Cloud ecosystem resources for eligible businesses

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Here’s how top trends in customer engagement are impacting businesses

Brands are pivoting to omnichannel operations irrespective of customer or business-facing models, says Hetarth Patel, VP – MEA and managing director – UAE at WebEngage

ServiceNow

ServiceNow raises sales forecast, bets on boost from AI

For the current period ending in September, subscription revenue will be about $2.19bn

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Saudi’s Events Investment Fund acquires stake in Tahaluf, aims to boost events sector

Additionally, SELA, the Public Investment Fund-owned creator of experiences and iconic destinations has committed to being major stakeholders too

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Hub71, Wio Bank join forces to enhance banking for tech startups in Abu Dhabi

The partnership to streamline bank account processes for startup founders

Bitcoin drops below $29,000 for the first time in over a month

The largest digital-asset by market value fell as much as 4.2 per cent

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Dubai to host key generative AI assembly in October

The assembly will bring together public and private enterprises to engage in conversations on emerging technology and its potential

DEWA’s new Disruptive Lab set to advance Dubai’s power sector

DEWA launches new disruptive lab at its distribution power division complex

The lab promotes partnerships and exchanging experiences with leading global institutions in the utility sector

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Dubai issues first construction licence for 3D-printed villa

The villa is expected to be completed by October and will be built entirely from locally sourced concrete

Technology is fostering disconnection dilemma

How technology is fuelling disconnection

While technology offers wider connections, the quantity of these associations leaves people feeling qualitatively empty

GB Tech Web3 Awards 2023

Nominations now open for GB Tech Web3 Awards 2023

The event aims to recognise and honour the most influential companies, startups and thought leaders within the Web3 community

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Elon Musk unveils new company xAI, seeks to build ChatGPT alternative

Musk and Jared Birchall, who operates Musk’s family office, incorporated a business called X.AI in March