Planned acquisition will strengthen Nokia’s Network Security Portfolio

OTTAWA, Ontario - Monday, February 22nd 2016 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Nakina Systems today announces its planned acquisition by global technology leader Nokia. The acquisition would strengthen Nokia’s security portfolio through the addition of Nakina’s products and expertise. The announcement is a culmination of a multi-year partnership during which time the companies have successfully collaborated on numerous customer engagements. Terms of the planned transaction, which is expected to close in Q1 2016, are not being disclosed.

“Increasing cybersecurity risks created by both insiders and external threats has increased our customers’ need for comprehensive security strategies,” Bhaskar Gorti, President of Applications and Analytics at Nokia, said. “The planned acquisition of Nakina further strengthens our market leadership, and our ability to ... Read more »

Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Wednesday, February 17th 2016 [ME NewsWire]

Hype Energy drinks will showcase a real F1™ race car inside Dubai’s World Trade Center at Gulfood 2016 as they announce their all-new redesigned products and new signature emblem.

The Hype Energy Formula One™ race car will be on display for visitors to get an exclusive look at a real F1™ car, a rare and privileged experience for all visitors of Gulfood as it is typically whiz’s past at 375 km/h.

On display at the Hype Energy LED bar, will be a sneak peak at Hype Energy drinks All-New product range designs featuring the best selling MFP, MFP Sugar Free, UP, Enlite™ and alcohol-free MOJITO.

Visitors will also get a first look at Hype Energy’s new bold MFP Emblem. What does MFP stand for? You’ll have to stop by Hall 2, Stand F2-34 to find out.

Hype Energy’s MFP Energy drink has been rated by consumers as one of the best ... Read more »

Under the Auspices of Saif bin Zayed

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Thursday, February 18th 2016 [ME NewsWire]

Under the patronage of Lt. General HH Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, the 6th edition of the International Cyber ​​Crimes Conference will start on the 16th of March. This conference is organized by the Ministry of Interior (MoI) and Institute of Training and Judicial Studies, in collaboration and coordination with the Ministry of Justice, the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) and the National Electronic Security Authority (NESA). The conference will be held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) in conjunction with the International Exhibition for National Security and Resilience (ISNR Abu Dhabi 2016).

Members of judicial, police and security authorities, university professors, law and information technology students, legal consultants from public and private sectors, repres ... Read more »

4K 60fps and FHD 120fps Mobile SlimPort Transmitter Makes USB-C Smartphones AR and VR Ready

SANTA CLARA, Calif. - Monday, February 22nd 2016 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Analogix Semiconductor, Inc. today announced the availability of its SlimPort® ANX7688, the first single-chip mobile transmitter to support 4K 60 frames per second (4096x2160p60) or FHD 120 frames per second (1920x1080p120) video resolution from a smartphone or tablet with full function USB-C™, ideal for applications such as augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) which require superior video processing and performance.

Made to pair seamlessly with Qualcomm-based USB-C smartphones and tablets, the ANX7688 is a single-chip bridge integrated circuit (IC) that converts the HDMI and USB interfaces of the application processor (AP) to DisplayPort™, integrating a converter bridge, a high speed mux, USB-PD support for fast charging, with the latest HDCP 2.2 content protect ... Read more »

Under the Auspices of Saif bin Zayed

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Wednesday, February 17th 2016 [ME NewsWire]

Under the patronage of Lt. General HH Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, the “Civil Defense and Modern Media Conference” will kick off on the first of March, to mark the celebration of the World Civil Defense Day.

In his statement during a press conference held today (Wednesday) in Abu Dhabi, Major General Jassem Muhammad Al Marzouqui, Civil Defense General Commander-in-chief, stressed that the conference establishes the principles of joint action between specialized government institutions and various segments of society. “It contributes to the development of common and sustainable communications and co-operation for the security and safety of the community. It also embodies the strategic directives of increasing awareness of preventing hazards such as fires and accidents, and ways ... Read more »

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Thursday, February 18th 2016 [ME NewsWire]

In joint collaboration with the Directorate General for Combating Drugs and Psychotropic Substances of the Musandam Governorate Police in the Sultanate of Oman, the Anti-Narcotics Federal Directorate General at the Ministry of Interior (MoI) has successfully managed to thwart an attempt to smuggle narcotic substances in Khasab city. Two people were recently found in possession of 10 kg of hashish, 19800 narcotic pills, 54.5 grams of heroin, and 80 grams of crystal narcotic.   

Colonel Saeed Abdullah Tawir Al Suwaidi, Director General, Anti-Narcotics Federal Directorate General at the Ministry of Interior, noted that based on information received by the Directorate General, the operation was carried out to arrest the smugglers and foil the smuggling attempt. He confirmed that protecting the UAE and its citizens from the scourge of narcotics and reducing crime couldn’t be achie ... Read more »

Cairo, Egypt. - Tuesday, February 16th 2016 [ME NewsWire]

In the framework of realizing its overarching mission to empower knowledge-based economies around the world, non-traditional educational initiatives forerunner ITWORX Education, a Cairo-based ITWORX division backed by the EuroMena Fund, in collaboration with other entities has recently launched “Mavericks”; a new blended learning school in Cairo, aimed at providing affordable world-class education.

Through the blended learning model, ITWORX Education is leveraging technology to tackle several challenges at once: high prices of quality education, inconsistency of curriculums and academic standards, limited access and availability to learning, and employability, among many others, and hopes to see it scale to other markets facing these and similar challenges.

As such, the model sits on a four-fold value proposition: versatility of content delivery types and instruction modes – online, d ... Read more »

Work smart, play hard with the leading smart projector

BARCELONA, Spain - Sunday, February 21st 2016 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- ZTE Mobile Devices today unveiled the Spro Plus portable smart projector, following the acclaimed Spro 2. Spro Plus is a new category of the Spro family, and ZTE aims to provide a high level of entertainment and business opportunities for users. Spro Plus helps business associates and friends meet anywhere at any time, with its leading voice conference, projection, touch-screen and innovative visual design features. The external USB camera also allows for multi-party video communication via applications like Skype.

“The Spro Plus is ZTE Mobile Devices’ latest example of igniting digital life with imagination,” said Adam Zeng, CEO, ZTE Mobile Devices. “We’re proud of the Spro Plus, which showcases a pioneering technology as a first-rate product and delivers an even more intuitive user experience. Thi ... Read more »

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates - Sunday, February 21st 2016 [ME NewsWire]

There has been an increase in government spending by 2% in 2016, 6% of the budget has been allocated for assistance and support, and 2,500 new jobs have been created for citizens in various government agencies

1% of the budget has been allocated as reserve for emergency requirements;

26% of the budget for salaries and wages;

46% for the economic development sector to reinforce sustainable growth;

The levels of expenditure on infrastructure projects are to be maintained.

The current general budget focuses on many strategic objectives and indicators of the economic, social, scientific and cultural fields in the Emirate of Sharjah. This includes the promotion of investment in a national workforce and resources, and a larger role for them in the construction process, as well as the achievement of sustainable development.

Sharjah’s annual budget for 2016 ... Read more »