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August 5, 2022

Embracing a new world of retail technology in the Middle East

Increasingly sophisticated ways of incorporating intelligent technology into grocery retail are driving the sector deeper into the digital transformation. This reality is not simply changing the industry but revolutionising it entirely. The fusion of digital and physical experiences is expected to accelerate further, according to Deloitte’s 2022 retail industry outlook report. The research identified retail industry leaders (respondents with aggregate scores in the top 25%) and industry laggards (those in the bottom 25%).
by News Desk | 3 min read
August 1, 2022

Gerab System Technology moves IT distribution business to Ampconnect

Sharafi Holding Group, based in the United Arab Emirates, has moved its IT distribution business from Gerab Systems Technology (GST) to Ampconnect. Ampconnect is rapidly transforming the Middle East and Africa's IT distribution landscape
by News Desk | 2 min read
July 21, 2022

“Democratising technology’ – A conversation with Director, Corporate Sales at MediaTek

MediaTek is known for its diverse portfolio consisting of varied smart devices and connectivity solutions. Our USP lies in the high value we offer our customers as a complete Consumer Electronics company focusing on democratising technology.
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July 13, 2022

FIFA upping the game by using semi-automated offside technology

The new technology uses 12 dedicated tracking cameras mounted underneath the roof of the stadium to track the ball and up to 29 data points of each individual player, 50 times per second, calculating their exact position on the pitch. The 29 collected data points include all limbs and extremities that are relevant for making offside calls.
by News Desk | 2 min read
July 13, 2022

UAE businesses must support technology professionals: Report

Cisco AppDynamics, a provider of Observability and Application Performance Monitoring technology, has released findings from its fourth annual report, Agents of Transformation 2022, which examines the skills and attributes of elite global technologists.
by News Desk | 2 min read
July 4, 2022

Technology will redefine total guest experiences over the next ten years

Following a transformative few years, which saw the entire industry adopt critical technology solutions in order to survive, hotels and venues have grown increasingly adept at offering seamless digital-first experiences. As they look ahead, however, this reliance on digital technology poses potential challenges to an industry that is built on human-to-human experiences.
by News Desk | 3 min read
June 24, 2022

Huawei opens first technology experience center in KSA

Future Space, the largest exhibition center outside of China, will feature cutting-edge technologies such as self-driving cars, 3D printing, and brainwave robot control, among other innovations.
by News Desk | 2 min read
June 22, 2022

Workplace technology frustrates nine out of ten employees in MEA

According to the report, nearly half (47%) of employees in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) report that workplace technology issues have increased their stress levels, negatively impacting their mental health.
by News Desk | 2 min read
June 17, 2022

Experts discussed future of biotechnology at Dubai Science Park’s Advance Health forum

The forum had important industry stakeholders who are exploring the outlook of biotech innovation and research in the UAE. This is at par with the expansion of the healthcare sector as part of the Centennial 2071 project launched by the Cabinet of the United Arab Emirates. UAE even allocated 8.09% of its federal budget to healthcare and community protection.
by News Desk | 2 min read
June 16, 2022

How technology advancement can unlock widespread personalised healthcare?

The GOAST Base has enabled researchers to reduce the time it takes to process a single genome from 60-150+ hours to an amazing 48 minutes, 188x faster than the industry average. That result is accomplished on an industry-standard two socket rack server, without the use of acceleration or specialty hardware, on the open-source GATK platform.
by News Desk | 4 min read