AED 1 Revolutionizes Web Hosting in the UAE, Supporting the Smart UAE Initiative

 Dubai, UAE – March 5, 2025

AED 1, a pioneering web hosting service under the Ci CORP Group, is transforming the digital landscape of the United Arab Emirates by offering comprehensive web solutions for just AED 1 per day. This initiative aligns seamlessly with the nation’s Smart UAE vision, empowering businesses across the UAE and the GCC to enhance their online presence affordably.

Founded by Altaf Hussein, an entrepreneur with over two decades of experience in the Marketing, IT, Hospitality sector, AED 1 provides an all-inclusive package that includes a free domain, SSL certificate, and up to five branded email accounts. These features are designed to bolster the credibility and security of businesses venturing into the digital realm. Hussein’s leadership reflects a commitment to innovation and excellence, driving the company’s mission to make digital transformation accessible to all enterprises.

ZainTECH CloudHub sets new Standard with outstanding NCA Compliance Results in Saudi Arabia

 

• Reinforcing leadership in secure, innovative cloud solutions that empower businesses to thrive in an evolving digital landscape
• One of select providers across the Kingdom to earn the prestigious Class C Certification

Riyadh, KSA, 11 February 2025 – ZainTECH, the integrated digital solutions provider of Zain Group, has achieved a significant milestone with its CloudHub platform, successfully completing a rigorous audit by the National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The platform achieved exceptional compliance scores of 98% for Essential Cybersecurity Controls (ECC) and 92% for Cloud Cybersecurity Controls (CCC), making ZainTECH one of fewer than 20 providers across the Kingdom to earn the prestigious Class C Certification.

The Global Blockchain Congress is back home in Dubai!

 Agora Group will be hosting their 14th GBC on February 5th & 6th, 2025 at the JW Marriott Marquis Hotel.

The Global Blockchain Congress leverages the experience gained through the hosting of 13 editions of the event in Dubai and international editions in Vietnam, UK, and Singapore to ensure maximum return on investment for all our sponsors. 

It is the premier event connecting blockchain innovators with leading investors.

ZENDATA Achieves CREST Accreditation & Launches Cybersecurity Packages

 Manama, 1 February 2025 – ZENDATA Cybersecurity is proud to announce that it has achieved CREST accreditation for its Security Operations Center (SOC) services. This globally recognized certification affirms ZENDATA’s commitment to delivering cybersecurity solutions that meet the highest industry standards and regulatory requirements. The CREST accreditation provides an independent evaluation of the quality and performance of ZENDATA’s SOC, validating the excellence of its teams, processes, and technologies. 

In addition to obtaining CREST accreditation, ZENDATA is launching three tailored cybersecurity packages designed to help businesses strengthen their security posture while ensuring compliance with evolving regulations. Backed by ZENDATA’s 24/7 CREST-certified SOC, these packages provide scalable protection for organizations of all sizes. 

OPPO Reno13 Series – A New Era of Smartphone Capabilities Arrives in GCC

 Advanced AI Photography, ColorOS 15, and Seamless iOS Integration Redefine the Smartphone Experience

• OPPO GCC will launch the Reno13 Series on January 28th
• The OPPO Reno13 Series is set to elevate users’ experience through unprecedented features such as professional-grade AI Livephoto capabilities and advanced AI editing tools
• O+ Connect enables the seamless sharing of files to iOS operating platforms

Dubai, UAE, January 22, 2025: OPPO is set to unveil its highly anticipated Reno13 Series in the GCC on January 28. This series combines industry-leading AI features and technology, powerful hardware, and durable design to set new industry standards. This launch marks a significant milestone for OPPO in the GCC market, promising to make flagship-level photography and AI features accessible to a broader audience of creative users and photography enthusiasts.

Zoho Achieves 50% Revenue Growth in UAE, Partners with UAQ Chamber of Commerce

 Zoho Achieves 50% Revenue Growth in UAE, Partners with UAQ Chamber of Commerce to Drive Digital Transformation in the Emirate

Dubai, United Arab Emirates- 22 January, 2025: Zoho Corp., a leading global technology company, has announced 50% growth in its revenue in the UAE and 40% increase in channel partner network in 2024. The company also recorded a remarkable 64% upmarket momentum as large UAE enterprises migrate to its solutions, further reinforcing the nation as a key regional hub for the company. As part of its ongoing commitment to support digital transformation of businesses in the country, Zoho has signed a strategic agreement with the Umm Al Quwain Chamber of Commerce. The announcements were made on the sidelines of Zoholics Dubai 2025, the company’s annual user conference.

The signing ceremony took place in the presence of His Excellency Ammar Rashid Al-Aleeli, Director General at UAQ Chamber of Commerce and Hyther Nizam, President Middle East and Africa, Zoho and Prem Anand Velumani, Associate Director, Strategic Growth (MEA) at Zoho.

Synology Launches ActiveProtect to Simplify Business Data Protection

 Dubai, United Arab Emirates — January 13, 2025 — Synology has announced the general availability of ActiveProtect, a new line of data protection appliances that integrate enterprise backup software, server, and backup repository into a unified solution. Designed to simplify complex data protection, ActiveProtect offers comprehensive platform support, advanced security, and scalability, all with a transparent pricing model.

“Data protection should empower businesses, not be a burden to businesses,” said Jia-Yu Liu, Executive Vice President at Synology. “ActiveProtect embodies Synology’s expertise in hardware and software engineering and insights from close collaboration with customers. We are confident that ActiveProtect will exceed enterprises’ expectations for data protection.”

Middle East Mobile App Market Surges with over 30% YoY Growth

 Middle East Mobile App Market Surges with over 30% YoY Growth in Instals Across Several Key Countries, AppsFlyer Report

• Globally,2024 proved to be a big year for Generative AI apps, which achieved a standout 200% YoY increase in installs 
• In the UAE and Saudi, GenAI app marketers sought to capitalize on the market buzz and increased their user acquisition ad spend by 94% YoY

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Monday 13, 2025 – AppsFlyer, the global leader in marketing measurement, attribution, and data analytics, has released its annual lookback at the past year’s mobile app trends. The year saw notable growth in user acquisition ad spend and revenue, fueled by increasingly advanced monetization strategies and the expanded use of AI in marketing. The findings reflect the industry’s increasing understanding of how to adapt to the ongoing changes in the market.

The Extremely Thin & Durable Foldable Flagship HUAWEI Mate X6 Arrives in UAE

 With Enhanced Durability, Dual OLED Displays, and Advanced Cameras, the HUAWEI Mate X6 Raises the Bar for Foldable Smartphones

Dubai, UAE, January 6, 2024 –The latest generation Mate series foldable, HUAWEI Mate X6, has hit the shelves in the United Arab Emirates. Bringing significant upgrades to display, camera, durability, user experience, and more, Huawei takes foldable innovation to new heights, forming a new benchmark in theWith Enhanced Durability, Dual OLED Displays, and Advanced Cameras, the HUAWEI Mate X6 Raises the Bar for Foldable Smartphones industry.

New 2025 Genetec State of Physical Security Report Reveals Evolving Trends in the META Markets

 Report highlights IT department’s strategic influence and a purpose-driven approach to cloud and AI adoption

Dubai, December 11, 2024 — Genetec Inc. (“Genetec”), the global leader in enterprise physical security software, today shared the results of its 2025 State of the Physical Security Report.

Based on insights from more than 600 physical security leaders, including end users, channel partners, systems integrators, and consultants based in the Middle East, Turkey and Africa (MEA) markets, the report offers a comprehensive analysis of evolving trends in physical security operations.

Hybrid cloud adoption grows as organizations seek flexibility and control

According to the report, 48% of META end users envision hybrid deployments as their preferred approach within the next five years, compared to just 22% favoring fully cloud-based implementations and 25% planning to remain fully on-premises. This preference for hybrid-cloud is echoed by consultants and channel partners, with 53% of consultants planning to recommend hybrid deployments in the next five years.

How Huawei Transformed the Foldables Landscape in Just 5 Years

 Dubai, UAE, 29 November 2024 – Few tech brands are as resilient as Huawei. Known for its relentless innovation and cutting-edge designs, the company has become a major player in the foldable smartphone market. While the broader smartphone market seems to be plateauing, Huawei has made significant strides in the foldable smartphone sector. According to a report by Counterpoint Research, in the first quarter of 2024, Huawei’s global foldable smartphone market shipments increased by 257% year-on-year, and its market share reached 35%. It is now among the top 3 brands in the global foldable market. With this success, Huawei is reshaping the future of foldable technology.

A 5-Year Innovation Journey Powered by Foresight

Huawei’s success in the foldable market didn’t happen overnight. In fact, Huawei was the first to predict foldable screens would become an inevitable mainstream trend in future smartphone development. As early as nine years ago, Huawei BG CTO Li Xiaolong(Bruce Lee) first mentioned a three-fold smartphone concept, which then took years to develop.

IDEMIA Secure Transactions Reveals Exclusive Insights from its Global Survey on Consumer Payment Card Behavior in UAE

 The IDEMIA Secure Transactions (IST) global study, conducted by the renowned research agency Dentsu Insights, uncovers that design, convenience, and sustainability are the primary catalysts driving consumer payment trends. Security remains a concern, and consumers look for safe ways to pay.

IDEMIA Secure Transactions (IST), a leader in payment and connectivity solutions, today released the findings of its expansive 2024 Global Survey on consumer payment behavior. The survey, which gathered responses from over 3,100 individuals across 12 countries including UAE residents, sheds light on the evolving consumer preferences that are shaping the future of financial technologies. Respondents ranged in age from 18 to 71 years old, providing a wide demographic insight.

Huawei Kicks Off Service Giving Season to Celebrate Year-End with Customers

 Dubai, UAE – November 15, 2024 – Huawei extends a warm gesture of appreciation to its loyal customers with the HUAWEI Service Giving Season. From November 15 to December 31, 2024, Huawei users can access a host of thoughtful benefits at select Customer Service Centers, including out-of-warranty repairs with no labor fees, complimentary screen protectors, fixed-price battery replacements, and complimentary gifts—all designed to ensure devices perform at their best.

Users can also take advantage of the HUAWEI Care+ discounts for applicable products including wearables like WATCH GT5 and WATCH FIT3, tablets, phones like Pura 70 Series, and audio products like FreeClip.

 

Microsoft supports energy transition towards more sustainable future with industry-leading solutions at ADIPEC 2024

Participating as one of the official AI Strategic Partners at the show’s AI Pavilion, Microsoft will spotlight the latest Data and AI solutions that are helping to enhance worker safety, optimize frontline productivity, and empower organizations to reduce their environmental impact.

4 November, 2024; Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Microsoft today, at the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC) 2024, showcased its latest Data and AI solutions that are designed to empower energy companies across the region and globally to accelerate their progress towards a net-zero future.

TCL Extends Partnership with Activision to Launch Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Enhance the Gaming Experience for Players Worldwide

 Abu Dhabi, UAE – October 28th, 2024 – TCL Electronics, a leading consumer electronics brand and the world’s top two TV brand, is proud to announce its extended partnership with Activision as the Official TV Partner for the highly anticipated release of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. In a successful and exciting launch event held in Abu Dhabi, TCL participated alongside key influencers and media to celebrate the next chapter of this iconic gaming series.

The exclusive launch event, hosted at Pixoul Gaming in Al Qana Walk, Abu Dhabi, brought together 12 top notch influencers and various key media personalities to witness the debut of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. To mark this momentous occasion, an electrifying gaming tournament took place, where six lucky winners walked away with the ultimate prize TCL’s C755 QD-Mini LED 4K TV, ensuring they experience the latest games on the best displays available! This partnership is a testament to TCL’s commitment to the gaming industry and its drive to provide next-level experiences to gamers around the world.

ZainTECH showcases innovative AI-powered enterprise and sustainability solutions at GITEX Global 2024

 

• Under ZainTECH’s corporate slogan, ‘Think Tomorrow, Today’, the eco-friendly stand welcomed hundreds of clients and visitors
• Multiple significant agreements realized during GITEX to enhance service offerings
• Andrew Hanna: “Our growing portfolio of digital transformation services are helping enterprises achieve efficient and impactful returns from technology investment”

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 23 October 2024 – ZainTECH, the integrated digital solutions provider of Zain Group marked a highly successful participation at GITEX Global 2024, where for the second consecutive year, the company showcased how its innovative AI-powered enterprise solutions and digital transformation services are driving sustainability agendas across industries in the MENA region.

Zoho Drive Digitalisation in UAE with AED 46 Million Investment and New IoT Solution

 – Zoho has invested AED 46 million in strategic partnerships with the UAE government, powering up more than 7000 businesses’ digitalisation efforts.

– Zoho witnessed 57% conversion rates from new customers through strategic partnerships.

– The company launched an all-new, low-code IoT platform to accelerate businesses’ adoption of IoT technologies.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates- 15 October, 2024:Zoho Corp., a leading global technology company, today announced that it has invested AED 46 million in strategic partnerships with local public and private entities in the UAE which has powered up more than 7000 UAE businesses’ digitalisation efforts, a two-fold increase since 2022. During a press conference at GITEX, the company also launched Zoho IoT, a user-friendly and scalable low-code platform enabling businesses to build and deploy custom Internet of Things (IoT) solutions.

Core42 Announces Strategic Collaboration with AMD to Accelerate Secure Cloud and AI deployment in UAE and Beyond

 15, October 2024, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Core42, a G42 company and provider of sovereign cloud and AI infrastructure and services, has signed a strategic collaboration agreement with AMD. This agreement will see Core42 and AMD trial AI, Machine Learning, and explore confidential compute for public and private cloud deployments.

The agreement was signed by representatives from both Core42 and AMD at GITEX Global 2024 in Dubai and will begin with a proof-of-concept evaluation of AMD Instinct™ accelerators utilizing Core42 production workloads.

HID Unveils New FARGO® Printer at GITEX 2024, Alongside Other Reliable Identity and Access Solutions

 Company showcases its latest advancements in identity management, including cutting-edge security solutions such as HID SAFE™, RFID tracking and monitoring, high-definition card printing, and an award-winning visitor management system

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Oct. 14, 2024 – HID®, a worldwide leader in trusted identity solutions, today made a significant impact at GITEX 2024, where it unveiled its latest innovations designed to meet the evolving security needs of global enterprises. At Booth H5-B10, visitors will experience firsthand HID’s next-generation technologies that are transforming identity management, including the highly anticipated FARGO HDP5000e retransfer card printer.

HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate Introduces the All-new Green Edition, Advanced Golf Course Mode and Enhanced Outdoor Experiences

 Dubai, UAE, October 14, 2024 – Huawei has introduced the new Advanced Golf Features and the enhanced Expedition mode for the HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate, along with a new Green edition. Since its launch last year, the HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate has set a new standard for innovation and versatility, appealing to fearless adventurers. With its advanced features and robust design, it encourages users to push boundaries and explore new horizons.

The HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate brings ground-breaking innovations with the innovative use of the Zirconium-based liquid metal material case, under the ISO 22810:2010 standard and with EN13319 certification for diving accessories which supports dives with a maximum depth of 100 metres, as well as up to 14-days of battery life.