Cost Savings, Peace of Mind and Security Are Key Factors Driving Growth of Wireless Connected Devices; 89 Per Cent of People Want to Connect All Their Devices in The Future

BARCELONA, Spain. - Tuesday, March 3rd 2015 [ME NewsWire]

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(BUSINESS WIRE) The Internet of Things (IoT) is transforming family life through the wireless connection of devices in the home, such as smart meters and security systems, helping to save money and increase peace of mind, according to new research issued today by the GSMA. The report, ‘The Impact of the Internet of Things: The Connected Home’, was developed by KRC Research* and GSMA Intelligence, and highlights that approximately one in four people in Germany, Japan, the UK and the US already own a connected device such as a smart meter (28 per cent), security system (23 per cent), lighting system (23 per cent), or health monitor (23 per cent), underscoring the g ... Read more »

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Thursday, February 26th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

A delegation from the Abu Dhabi Company for Onshore Oil Operations (ADCO) visited the Operations Department at Abu Dhabi Police to review the various tasks and duties undertaken by the department. The visit falls within the framework of communication and relationship management with partners.

The delegation, led by Mohammed Mubarak, CEO of Emergency and Crisis at ADCO, was briefed by Colonel Mohsen Al Yafe’I, Acting Deputy Head of Police Operations, about the Operations Room’s tasks and strategic plans.

The delegation was also acquainted with the information and technology systems adopted by the Police Operations Room, the methods of processing and handling emergency notifications, and the different equipment used by the department, as well as the technology systems and programs used in the Operations Rooms.

The delegation members also watched a documentary film s ... Read more »

SHENZHEN, China - Tuesday, March 3rd 2015 [ME NewsWire]

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(BUSINESS WIRE) -- ZTE Corporation (0763.HK / 000063.SZ), a major international provider of telecommunications, enterprise and consumer technology solutions for the Mobile Internet, enables a world leading converged 4G network powered by multi-operator core network (MOCN), carrier aggregation (CA) and voice over LTE (VoLTE) solutions for HKT. This solution helps HKT to converge its mobile networks smoothly and at the same time improve the communications experience of 4G users.

After acquiring CSL in 2014, HKT operates two commercial networks in parallel. As such, there is a need to integrate the two networks as quickly and seamlessly as possible to ensure the users on two networks can enjoy the same service experiences without being disrupted by changes. Being the supplier of one of HKT’s two mobile networks, ZTE leverages its leading technological capabilities and consid ... Read more »

Upgrade your look and confidence with Couture Smile, a personalized smile makeover by Dr. Michael Formenius.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Thursday, February 26th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

Dr. Michael Formenius, CEO and Clinical Director of Dr. Michael’s Dental Clinics, brings to the UAE his expertise in crafting individualized smiles. Couture Smile™ is the art of creating a smile that enhances the features of the face, while maintaining a beautiful balance in size, proportion, position, color and angulation of the teeth. It enhances the overall look of a person while at the same time, strengthening the surfaces of teeth that are continuously exposed to wear and tear.

Opting for Couture Smile is similar to choosing a tailor over a department store: you are given undivided attention and time, and eventually you take home a personalized product made specifically for you. Every patient is unique and a Couture Smile is set to complement a person’s over ... Read more »

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Thursday, February 26th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

Major General Ahmed Nasser Al Raisi, Director General of Central Operations at Abu Dhabi Police hosted a ceremony to honor training liaison officers and staff members at the Directorate General of Central Operations, in recognition of their outstanding efforts in implementing the 2014 training plan, and completing the training curriculum on time.

Major General Al Raisi underscored the commitment of Abu Dhabi Police to qualifying staff members at the various levels, with the aim of enhancing their skills and abilities; and encouraging them to pursue further innovative and creative efforts to achieve efficiency of police work and provide high quality services to customers. He said: “As a part of its vision, the police leadership endeavors to produce properly qualified staff members; and to boost their skills and competencies so as to keep pace with global developments.”

In ... Read more »

INGELHEIM, Germany. - Tuesday, March 3rd 2015 [ME NewsWire]

    First submission of an investigational specific reversal agent to a novel oral anticoagulant (NOAC) for regulatory approval
    Boehringer Ingelheim pursues accelerated procedures with all three authorities1
    In Phase I, idarucizumab has shown immediate, complete and sustained reversal of the anticoagulant effect of dabigatran (Pradaxa®)2

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Boehringer Ingelheim today announces that idarucizumab has been submitted for approval of marketing authorisation to the European Medicines Agency (EMA), U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Health Canada.1 The submission is for use in patients who require rapid reversal of the anticoagulant effect of dabigatran, the active ingredient in Pradaxa®.

“The submissions for idarucizumab mark the first regulatory submissions for ... Read more »

BARCELONA, Spain. - Monday, March 2nd 2015 [ME NewsWire]

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(BUSINESS WIRE) Oberthur Technologies (OT), a world leader in digital security solutions for the mobility space today announced its selection by Samsung Electronics to provide PEARL, its state-of-the-art NFC embedded Secure Element (eSE) in its latest version, for its newly released flagship smartphone Samsung Galaxy S6.

PEARL by OT® is the most advanced multi-application eSE and offers the largest memory on the market. It is also the first of its kind to be certified by Visa, MasterCard,and American Express. PEARL by OT® allows easy deployment of secure contactless payment, strong authentication, transit, access and loyalty applications.

OT is the recognized leader in trusted payment with OEMs with more than 150 million units of its eSE and the most advanced and certified multi-application features in the field.

“OT is proud to put on the market ... Read more »

Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Thursday, February 26th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

In celebration of Dubai’s rich array of creative talent, Dubai Design District (d3) is hosting a three day open to the public community event. “Meet d3”, has been specifically commissioned and curated to feature a compelling mix of local, regional and international designers, artists, musicians, concept retailers and unique dining experiences.

d3 is the realisation His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid’s ambition to establish a dedicated home for design in Dubai. It is playing a key role in bringing to life His Highness’ vision to drive an innovation-led economy that welcomes creativity in all its forms. With over 200 licenses issued, d3 has secured an impressive mix of design, retail, fashion companies, both regional and local. This includes some of the region’s most well-respected brands such as the Chalhoub Group and Jumeirah Group, through to talented em ... Read more »

ZTE unveils new consumer research offering insights into smart voice market in China

BARCELONA - Tuesday, March 3rd 2015 [ME NewsWire]

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(BUSINESS WIRE) -- ZTE, a leading global mobile device maker, was today joined by partners Nuance, Audience, NXP and Sensory at the first Smart Voice Alliance Seminar, an event held during the Mobile World Congress 2015 in Barcelona. The event saw ZTE and partners discuss the latest smart voice industry trends, as well as their visions for the future of voice control technology. Findings from a report with in-depth analysis about the smart voice market in China were also discussed at the event. The report is an industry first in terms of insights into the usage of voice-controlled devices among Chinese consumers and is set to be published during Mobile World Congress 2015.

80% of Chinese smartphone users want voice control

To find out more about Chinese consumer perceptions of voice c ... Read more »

Under the slogan “Your Choice Determines Your Destiny”

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Saturday, February 28th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

The Abu Dhabi Police General Headquarters, represented by the Traffic and Patrols Directorate, is completing preparations for the grand launch of the 31st GCC Traffic Week, which runs from 8 to 19 March 2015 in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and the Western Region under the slogan “Your Choice Determines Your Destiny”. The week’s events come in line with the approach of social communication and aim at boosting partnership with the different segments of society in the effort to preserve lives and property.

The event also reflects the police leadership’s commitment to pursue its strategy, which has already yielded a significant improvement in the traffic safety indicators during the past five years; and to further implement its plan to reach zero fatalities in the next five years, according to the Abu Dhabi 2 ... Read more »