Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Tuesday, January 19th 2016 [ME NewsWire] (BUSINESS WIRE)-- Spok, Inc. today announced it is participating in Arab Health 2016 by demonstrating how critical communication solutions can improve efficiencies hospital-wide while enhancing patient care and satisfaction. The Arab Health Exhibition and Congress is the largest healthcare event in the Middle East, and Spok will be showcasing clinical alerting, secure smartphone messaging, and contact centre optimisation solutions. The event is being held at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre from Sunday, 25 January through Thursday, 28 January. "With more than 130,000 professionals from across the globe expected to attend Arab Health, we’re excited to meet and collaborate with leading healthcare organisations to help solve their communication challenges," said Steven Armstrong, Spok’s regional vice president—EMEA. "We’re expecting exciting discussions on ways to improve communications across ... Read more »

Gro Harlem Brundtland reçoit le premier prix international pour les énergies renouvelables et la durabilité des pionniers Abu Dhabi, Émirats Arabes Unis - Mardi 19 Janvier 2016 [ME NewsWire] L'ancien Premier Ministre norvégien, Dr Gro Harlem Brundtland, a remporté hier le Prix Zayed Future Energy pour la catégorie des Réalisation Tout au Long de la Vie, lors d'une cérémonie de remise de prix organisée à Abu Dhabi. Dr Brundtland, Vice-Président de l’organisation Les Anciens et Vice-Président de la Fondation des Nations Unies, a été reconnue pour son dévouement continu pour faire avancer la cause du développement durable. Le prix Zayed Future Energy est un prix international offert par les Émirats Arabes Unis pour reconnaître et habiliter des parties pionniers dans l'énergie renouvelable et la durabilité. Le prix incarne la vision de l'UAE et l'engagement à trouver des solutions qui répondent aux défis du changement climatique, de la sécurité énergétique et de l'environnement. Le pri ... Read more »

TAIPEI, Taiwan - Monday, January 18th 2016 [ME NewsWire] (BUSINESS WIRE)-- Since its establishment in 1981, COMPUTEX TAIPEI has witnessed the evolution of Taiwan’s and the world’s ICT industry. The show’s position in Taiwan makes it a vital link in the island’s complete supply chain, as well as a professional platform for companies from all over the world to release new products and technologies. Domestic exhibitor registration for the 2016 COMPUTEX show was completed in December of 2015. Confirmed exhibitors include Acer, Asus, MediaTEK, and Advantech, as well as early overseas registrations like Intel, Microsoft, Haier, Siemens, Hisense, and Supermicro. Registration for overseas exhibitors is still open, and COMPUTEX continues to receive applications. The combined scale of the show is expected to exceed 5000 booths, a clear sign of the exhibitors’ faith in this professional show. COMPUTEX has a new positioning in 2016, which is to become the ideal platform for Building Partnership ... Read more »

Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Tuesday, January 19th 2016 [ME NewsWire] Dr. Michael’s Dental Clinic, the leading and most advanced dental health care provider in the region, welcomes new School Projects Coordinator Dr. Sosan Fatima to its team of dental experts. Dr. Sosan graduated with a BDS from Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University in 2011. She is a team player with a strong understanding of all aspects of general dentistry and works in an atmosphere of genuine kindness. She has particular interest in patient education, comprehensive restorative dentistry and preventing dental disease in children. As the School Projects Coordinator, Dr. Sosan will actively visit schools and nurseries in Dubai to promote effective oral hygiene in children. “Dental caries among pre-school children remains a significant dental public health problem,” said Dr. Sosan. “A child is not truly healthy unless he or she has good oral health. Education goes a very long way in keeping our children healthy and ... Read more »

LONDON - Tuesday, January 19th 2016 [ME NewsWire] -- Glen Sargeant, FX Buy-Side Sales Manager -- -- Marek Lewandowski, Cross-Asset / FX Sales Manager -- (BUSINESS WIRE)-- FlexTrade Systems, a global leader in multi-asset execution and order management systems, today announced the appointments of Glen Sargeant and Marek Lewandowski as FX Sales Managers for the company’s EMEA region. Based in the company’s London office, Sargeant will be responsible for buy-side client acquisition while Lewandowski will focus on cross asset acquisition opportunities with a specific focus on the FX space. “I am pleased to welcome Glen and Marek to the FlexTrade team,” said Vikas Kedia, Managing Director, FlexTrade UK Ltd in London. “With technology in the FX space becoming more sophisticated for asset managers and hedge funds, it is critical to have people who are experienced in the complex workflows that comprise the day-to-day trading process. The depth of Glen and Marek’s knowledge and experience i ... Read more »

Taiwan’s Largest App Company Announces YouCam Makeup Reaches Major Milestone in Record Time NEW YORK - Monday, January 18th 2016 [ME NewsWire] (BUSINESS WIRE)-- Perfect Corp. is proud to announce that YouCam Makeup has achieved the monumental 100 million download milestone worldwide for iOS and Android, making it the most downloaded digital makeover app in the world. YouCam Makeup has not only become one of the “Super Apps” in the Google Play Store, but it has also been ranked as the number one photo and video app in the App Store in 37 countries since its initial release in August, 2014. “We’re very proud to announce this symbolic 100 million download milestone,” said Alice H. Chang, CEO of Perfect Corp. “This major landmark demonstrates that YouCam Makeup is now the top makeover app in the world. We achieved this milestone thanks to the loyal support from our passionate community of app users, whose excitement and feedback serve to guide our continuous innovation.” YouCam Makeup ... Read more »

EDINBURGH, Scotland - Tuesday, January 19th 2016 [ME NewsWire] (BUSINESS WIRE)-- Global analyst house Ovum have awarded IT Service Management (ITSM) leader Axios Systems the highest rating in four key assessment categories. Highlighted within the Ovum Decision Matrix for ITSM powered by software-as-a-service (SaaS), the categories in which Axios scooped the top position include: Maturity: focusing on solution pedigree and enterprise fit Enterprise fit: identifying the potential ROI period and solution alignment Reporting and analytics: communicating the value of IT delivery and performance management Core ITIL® functionality: emphasizing ITIL-aligned functionality, including support for incident and change management Ovum’s independent evaluation helps senior IT leaders compare ITSM solutions within the SaaS space. The Ovum findings echo Axios’ core commitment to helping enterprises strengthen their IT maturity levels. With higher IT maturity, organizations can better manage co ... Read more »

Dubaï, Émirats arabes unis - Mardi 19 Janvier 2016 [ME NewsWire] Pacific Control Systems (PCS), chef de file mondial dans la fourniture des solutions des services gérés par l'Internet des objets (IdO) à l'échelle mondiale, a été classé parmi les «Top 10 des fournisseurs de solutions de l’IdO, à plus forte croissance dans le monde» Selon le magazine Silicon Review. Selon le même magazine, Pacific Controls s’est classée en haut de la liste de Silicon Review des 10 fournisseurs de solutions de l'IdO pour avoir pris l'IdO et les initiatives Smart City à un tout nouveau niveau. Pacific Controls sert le bien-être de la communauté au sens large grâce à des stratégies et des actions uniques qui conforment à son engagement à assurer des villes intelligentes durables et un style de vie numérique. M. Manish Pandey, Rédacteur en Chef de Silicon Review, a déclaré: " Pacific Control Systems a été reconnue par Silicon Review comme l'un des fournisseurs de la solution de l’IdO à plus forte croissa ... Read more »

Gro Harlem Brundtland receives top international award for renewable energy and sustainability pioneers ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Tuesday, January 19th 2016 [ME NewsWire] Former Prime Minister of Norway, Dr. Gro Harlem Brundtland, yesterday received the Lifetime Achievement Award of the Zayed Future Energy Prize at an awards ceremony in Abu Dhabi. Dr. Brundtland, Deputy Chair of The Elders and Vice Chair of the United Nations Foundation, was recognised for her lifelong dedication to furthering the cause of sustainability and her steadfast advocacy of sustainable development. The Zayed Future Energy Prize is the UAE’s international award that recognises and empowers pioneers in renewable energy and sustainability. The prize is part of the UAEs vision and commitment to finding solutions that will meet the challenges of climate change, energy security and the environment. The Large Corporation category prize was awarded to Chinese electric vehicles manufacturer BYD. Tanzanian ... Read more »

3DEXPERIENCE Platform Brings Powerful Product Innovation, Design Management and Enterprise Collaboration Capabilities VELIZY-VILLACOUBLAY, France & NEW YORK - Monday, January 18th 2016 [ME NewsWire] (BUSINESS WIRE)-- Dassault Systèmes (Euronext Paris: #13065, DSY.PA), the 3DEXPERIENCE Company, world leader in 3D design software, 3D Digital Mock Up and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solutions, today announced that Boyner Group, the leading retail company in Turkey, is using the “My Collection” industry solution experience to streamline the design and development of its multi-category fashion retail collections. Based on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, “My Collection” provides Boyner Group with a collaborative digital solution that accelerates time to market, allowing its teams to dedicate more time toward creative planning. Boyner Group’s eight group companies, 28 brands and 500 stores serve 15 million customers in Turkey and select international markets with products known for style, ... Read more »

Skillfully managed round-the-clock by Media personnel from the Operations Room ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Wednesday, January 13th 2016 [ME NewsWire] Major Fawaz Ali: “The platform will serve as a field liaison between police and media outlets” The Abu Dhabi Police announced that their media platform is the first innovative, integrated and comprehensive operations room in the region. The platform is fitted with electronic equipment, modern software and high-quality techniques, which monitor and keep track of emergency events around the clock in Abu Dhabi, in order to provide video material and live coverage effectively from incident sites to support decision-makers operating in the field. Major Fawaz Ali Abdullah, Director of the Security Media Department at Abu Dhabi Police, indicated that the platform serves as a significant link and field liaison between the police and media outlets’ audiences. “The platform operates according to standardized operational procedures manu ... Read more »

Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Monday, January 18th 2016 [ME NewsWire] Pacific Control Systems (PCS), a leading provider of Internet of Things (IOT) managed services solutions globally, has been listed among the ‘Top 10 Fastest Growing IoT Companies in the World in 2015’ by The Silicon Review’ magazine. Pacific Controls makes it to The Silicon Review’s top 10 IoT solution providers list for taking the IOT and the Smart City initiatives to a whole new level. Pacific Controls is serving the welfare of the community at large through unique strategies and actions in line with their commitment to deliver smart sustainable cities and a digital lifestyle. Mr. Manish Pandey, Editor in Chief of The Silicon Review, said: “Pacific Control Systems has been recognized for their outstanding achievement in the year 2015 by The Silicon Review as one of the fastest growing IOT companies in the world. The annual list celebrates not only the glory of the highly valued products or services of the ’10 ... Read more »

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Monday, January 18th 2016 [ME NewsWire] Participants in the Ministry of Interior’s Council hosted by UAE national Al Muta’ared Saif Al Afari at his residence in Al Ain under the theme “The Risks of Internet Use on the Youths’ Thought,” recommended developing public policies among stakeholders, in coordination with Abu Dhabi Education Council (ADEC). Moreover, they stressed the need to promote the positive role of the media in raising awareness of the dangers of negative internet use. The council is one of the awareness councils organized by the Law Respect Culture Bureau, in cooperation with the Security Media Department at the General Secretariat of the Office of H.H Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior. The council was moderated by media personality Rashid Mohammed Al Nuaimi, Head of the Al Khaleej Newspaper Office in Al Ain. In his address on this occasion, Colonel Mohammed Salem Al Zaabi from the Abu Dhabi Police GHQ spoke about how mo ... Read more »