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FEATURED STORY Transmission From Space

Qatar-based satellite company, Es’hailSat was created in 2010 to meet the rising demand for telecoms and broadcast across the region as the population is expected to increase by as much as 30 percent by 2030. Ali Ahmed Al Kuwari, CEO of Es’hailSat tells The Edge that their aim is to provide satellite-based services to what will be a growing population with an increasing demand for communication in the coming years. read more ›

As costs increase and revenue from traditional services such as voice and SMS decrease over time in developed markets, managing hardware that handles IP-networks will help telcos such as Vodafone Qatar which recently launched its 4G LTE network, stay competitive and profitable.

How virtualisation is transforming mobile operators

by  — 14 September 2014

Both telecom operators in the country, Oooredoo and Vodafone Qatar, have introduced 4G LTE capabilities to their networks. Nathan Pearce, product manager for Europe Middle East and Asia at F5 Networks, looks at how mobile operators are changing IT structures to meet future demands and remain profitable. read more ›

The new e-participation policy will allow citizens and residents in Qatar to voice their opinions on policy in a number of areas, specifically in issues that directly impact the general public, communities or businesses in Qatar as service recipients. (Image Corbis)

New policy will require ministries to involve public in decision making

by  — 14 September 2014

The Ministry of Information and Communications Technology (MICT) recently announced a public consultation on a draft of an e-participation policy, one which would increase citizen access to information from ministries and provide them with the ability to participate in certain areas of decision-making. read more ›

Ali Saleh Al Fadala, senior deputy group CEO of QIC, said the pilot programme could be a key step to making a significant and positive difference in altering driving behaviour and increasing road safety.

Tracking technology links driving habits to insurance costs

by  — 3 September 2014

A deal signed recently between Qatar Mobility Innovations Center (QMIC) and Qatar Insurance Company (QIC) will test a pilot project that links drivers’ performance to insurance plans. read more ›

Soubhi Chebib, general manager of Gulf Business Machines Qatar, tells The Edge, “The advance capabilities of middleware software and computing systems allow business leaders to look at challenges more holistically, delivering far better experiences to end-users.”

Technology is making organisations more competitive and agile

by  — 25 August 2014

In an exclusive interview with The Edge, Soubhi Chebib, general manager for Gulf Business Machines (GBM) Qatar, talks about trends and challenges in the Information Technology industry. He also discusses how technology solutions provided by GBM are transforming business functions and changing the way companies interact with their customers. read more ›

Adrian McDonald, president of EMC for Europe, Middle East and Africa tells The Edge that acquisitions are an important growth strategy for EMC.

The scale of IT is growing immensely and for firms it is about harnessing that immense power

by  — 5 August 2014

Adrian McDonald, president of EMC Corporation for Europe, Middle East and Africa spoke exclusively with The Edge about how the IT company has evolved over the years, how technology is impacting business strategy and the challenges in securing employees to fill the increasingly high-skilled positions the IT sector is demanding. read more ›

The Ariane 5 ECA launcher rocket takes off from Europe’s Spaceport in Kourou, French Guiana on Thursday, August 29, 2013, carrying on board the Es’hail 1. (Image Flickr ESA-CNES-ARIANESPACE/Eutelsat)

Transmission From Space

by  — 27 July 2014

Qatar-based satellite company, Es’hailSat was created in 2010 to meet the rising demand for telecoms and broadcast across the region as the population is expected to increase by as much as 30 percent by 2030. Ali Ahmed Al Kuwari, CEO of Es’hailSat tells The Edge that their aim is to provide satellite-based services to what will be a growing population with an increasing demand for communication in the coming years.  read more ›

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Fixing the data bandwidth blockage

by  — 15 March 2014

As the use of mobile devices and the demand for Internet-based services on them increases, wireless networks in the country are running out of capacity, says an industry expert. read more ›

This year's event is expected to attract around 150 exhibitors representing more than 15 countries.

QITCOM returns for third time in Qatar

by  — 2 March 2014

Opportunities for investment in and to capitalise on the rapidly developing Qatar market will be the focus of QITCOM 2014. read more ›

Qatar to discuss road map to smart city at upcoming Arab Future Cities Summit

by  — 12 February 2014

Doha will once again host the Arab Future Cities Summit on the 7th and 8th April, 2014 at the Sheraton Doha Resort and Convention Hotel. read more ›

The billing process under Qatar’s new Telecommunications Consumer Protection Policy requires that bills to customers be plain, simple and in an easy-to-understand format.

A new government policy to protect Qatar consumers

by  — 11 February 2014

A new Telecommunications Consumer Protection Policy will take effect in Qatar, which includes a strengthened system for monitoring and enforcing compliance with the rules, and a provision for an independent dispute resolution process. read more ›

Envisaging Doha’s 21st Century zenith. Illustrations by Rishab Soni

What will Qatar look like in 2050?

by  — 26 December 2013

What will Qatar look like in the middle of this century? Barry Mansfield presents a semi-fictional vision of likely changes in cultural and economic life brought about by a ‘rise of the machines’ - and how Qataris may blend the traditional and high technology in a way that is agreeable to them. read more ›

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Infographic: Corporate policies vs Personal devices

by  — 26 December 2013

The Fortinet global study, which focused on the opinions of younger employees, showed the widespread use of cloud services for storing sensitive corporate data as an emerging threat to organisational security.  read more ›

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The IT challenge: Personal devices in the workplace

by  — 26 December 2013

The bring-your-own-device to work (BYOD) culture has been a growing concern for IT departments within organisations for a few years now. A recent study by Cisco on ICT security in the Middle East revealed that as much as 65 percent of employees are putting their firms at risk by not understanding the security implications of using personal devices to access corporate data. read more ›

QSTP licensees are allowed 100 percent foreign ownership and are not taxed on their income, this has been a crucial reason why so many companies exist within QSTP, says Hamad Al Kuwari, managing director QSTP.

QSTP: Qatar’s gateway to industry

by  — 24 December 2013

As a facilitator of applied research and a free zone, the purpose of Qatar Science and Technology Park (QSTP) is to foster a spirit of innovation. Talking exclusively to The Edge, Hamad Al Kuwari, managing director of QSTP says that each of the functions of the park are aligned with the aims and strategies drawn up in the Qatar National Research Strategy. read more ›

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Big Data in Qatar: More challenges ahead

by  — 14 November 2013

Companies in Qatar employing Big Data practices are seeing a significant impact on their businesses, according to a recent EMC survey of local businesses. However, Big Data still has numerous challenges to overcome. read more ›

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