ABU DHABI: Etisalat today announced the successful deployment of a Multi-Access Edge Computing (MEC) implementation that will pave the way for Etisalat to roll out new 5G-styled services, beginning with its Content Delivery Network (CDN). MEC is a network architecture that brings real-time, high-bandwidth, low-latency access to radio network information, allowing operators to open their networks to a new ecosystem and value chain.  …

DUBAI: The Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA) and Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), that will see the two entities collaborate, share knowledge and involve the private sector in reviewing legislation with the aim of ensuring ease of doing business. Under the terms of the agreement, business groups and business councils …

DUBAI: BICSI, the global association advancing the information and communications technology (ICT)/extra low-voltage (ELV) community, will be hosting the BICSI Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) Conference & Exhibition from April 13-15 2020 under the theme, ‘e-Connections that Matter!’ at Sheikh Maktoum Hall, Dubai World Trade Centre. Tamdeed Projects has confirmed its status as the exclusive diamond-level sponsor for the event. …

News Desk ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, and Kuwaiti flag carrier, Kuwait Airways, have signed a codeshare partnership on selected services on bookings effective 22 December 2019, for travel from 5 January 2020. Subject to regulatory approvals, Etihad will place its ‘EY’ code on Kuwait Airways operated flights from Abu Dhabi to Kuwait, Najaf and …

DUBAI: Africa’s growing youth population, rapid urbanisation and the increased purchasing power of these consumers, are key factors that are driving this massive US$500 billion retail ecosystem. This high growth industry needs to be equipped with the latest innovation and communication tools to further sustain the growth and attract the right target audience, especially the millennials. Retail is all about …

KARACHI: Hutchison Ports Pakistan created maritime history in Pakistan by welcoming maiden call of CV COSCOBELGIUM. It is the largest container vessel to ever call at any port of Pakistan with length over all of 366 meters and a capacity of 13,386 TEUs. CV COSCO BELGIUM is deployed in the EPC 2 service and berthed at 2000 hours recently. The …

KARACHI: Dolmen Mall, Pakistan’s first international standard mall, has launched the Dolmen Shopping Festival 2019-20 on Friday, 20th December at all three Dolmen Malls, marking the 27th anniversary of the biggest and the country’s most loved shopping festival.  The 17-day festival bring the community together to give tribute to the city of lights and celebrate the seasonal festivities across all …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP), in collaboration with Unilever Pakistan, organized National Finance Olympiad 2019, the Grand Finale of which was held on December 19, 2019 at a local hotel in Karachi. Mr. Abdullah Hussain Haroon, Former Foreign Minister of Pakistan graced the event as the Guest of Honour. Mr. Khalilullah Shaikh, President, ICAP …

ABU DHABI: The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) has revealed that it has successfully obtained accreditation for six International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards, covering the Fund’s quality management systems. The accreditation was granted by Lloyd’s Register Quality Assurance (LRQA). KFED was able to receive international accreditation for ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 10001, ISO 10002, and …

ISLAMABAD: To ensure seamless connectivity for tourists and guests, Telenor Pakistan, in partnership with Serena Hotels Pakistan, has launched a revolutionary, first-of-its-kind digital platform. This solution, called ‘S TEL,’ will be a complimentary service for Serena Hotel guests allowing them to enjoy free international and local calls along with 4G internet and hotspot options, all packed in a dedicated smartphone placed …