While the Central Bank of Tunisia recommends taking exceptional measures to deal with the alarming economic situation by imposing new rules on banks to measure the ability to meet their engagements, there is fear the country could go bankrupt especially as labor unions are threatening to go on strike.
Source: Al Monitor
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Skriware to present STEAM-based educational solution at GITEX
The Polish startup has also launched an online platform, Skriware Academy
Source: ITP.net
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Is Jordan ready to normalize ties with Syria?
Syrian and Jordanian officials are in technical talks about reopening their border for trade purposes, but analysts have noted Amman's wariness about normalizing relations for fear of its possible effect on relations with its Arab and Gulf allies.
Source: Al Monitor
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Dubai Future Accelerators gets 40 startups for fifth round
Startups from around the world to participate in next edition of Dubai's government tech accelerator
Source: ITP.net
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Kuwait central bank looks to regulate e-payments
New e-payment instructions are part of plans to advance the local banking sector
Source: ITP.net
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UAE Ministry of Economy to support IP rights in developing countries
Ministry of Economy signs deal with WIPO for funding to support IP initiatives
Source: ITP.net
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AI takes centre stage at Microsoft Ignite 2018
Company demonstrates how AI, IoT and edge computing can be leveraged to provide a more secure, productive and intelligent workplace
Source: ITP.net
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Google launches online safety program in Arabic
Abtal Al Internet aims to teach children about online safety and digital citizenship
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Mobile accounts for almost half of e-commerce sales in MEA: report
Criteo’s Q2 2018 Global Commerce Review points to continued growth of in-app transactions
Source: ITP.net
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10 things you need to know about Saudi Arabia’s 2019 initial budget outline
The Saudi finance ministry released on Sunday its initial 2019 budget outline for the kingdom.Here are 10 things you need to know.1. The 2019 budget is forecast to reach a record level of 1.106
Source: Al Arabiya
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