Condo Protego, the UAE-based IT infrastructure and information management consultancy and solutions provider, has become a VMware Enterprise Solutions Provider, helping it to enable new digital business models in the region. The UAE’s digital market is set to grow by 21 percent to top AED… Read More
Dubai Press Club (DPC) kicked off the second edition of the Media National Youth Program (MNYP) that aims to develop a new generation of Emirati journalists equipped with the tools and skills needed for the media industry. A joint initiative of Dubai Press Club and… Read More
With the fourth industrial revolution, the deployment of artificial intelligence (AI) and use of social media platforms by individuals, much is impacting both media organizations and governments. Columnist and media expert Yasser Abdel-Aziz takes note of the most important developments affecting media worldwide. Drawing attention… Read More
OSN has unveiled a new OSN ‘Binge’ channel, offering viewers a TV destination for an uninterrupted marathon-viewing experience. Launching on April 1, 2019, OSN Binge Channel will kick off with shows like ‘Game of Thrones’ (seasons 1 to 7), with five episodes aired back-to-back every… Read More
Visa has partnered with Starbucks and Hardee’s to accelerate the use and adoption of Apple Pay in KSA and UAE. With Apple Pay, Visa cardholders and iPhone users can make instant payments using their phone via app or on web. As part of this partnership,… Read More
Around 30 percent of CIOs in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) are now scaling and refining the results of their digital initiatives, according to Gartner’s annual global CIO survey. This is an increase from 27 percent last year. Digital has become paramount focus for local… Read More
United Arab Bank (UAB) has appointed Ahmad Mohammad Abu Eideh as its Chief Executive Officer, effective March 10, 2019. This appointment comes as part of the bank’s efforts to develop its services and provide more benefits to its customers, as well as achieving sustainable revenue… Read More
Zain KSA and Huawei are partnering towards implementing a ‘to Home’ video streaming service platform and infrastructure. The development comes on the back of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between Zain and Huawei on the sidelines of Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. This project… Read More
Asda’a BCW will manage Starz Play’s strategic PR and communications function and outreach throughout the GCC, North Africa and Levant
Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank’s (ADIB) has appointed Mazin Manna as ADIB’s new Group Chief Executive Officer. Mr Manna brings over 28 years of experience in international banking, with deep knowledge of the regional market. With expertise in institutional and commercial banking, he has led the… Read More
