Dubai, UAE, March 2025 – Axis Communications, the leading manufacturer of network security and surveillance solutions, has announced two multi-door network controllers offering complete control for up to eight doors. With onboard lock power, these all-in-one door controllers simplify installations and minimize complexity.
AXIS A1710-B offers full control for up to four doors including support for eight OSDP readers and eight locks, whereas AXIS A1810-B can control for up to eight doors and includes support for 16 OSDP readers and 16 locks. These compact barebone devices offer a smaller footprint design than most door controllers on the market. They’re designed for centralized installation with Axis and third-party cabinets, for instance, in security rooms. Thanks to built-in lock power management, they simplify complex installations. Additionally, the connectors are color-coded for easy cable management.
du and Microsoft collaborate to enhance cybersecurity services in the UAE by integrating Microsoft Azure advanced security technologies and AI capabilities with du Tech’s managed services.
Barcelona / Dubai March 7, 2025: du, a leading telecom and digital services provider, today announced a collaboration with Microsoft during Mobile World Congress, taking place in Barcelona from March 3 – 6, 2025. The collaboration will see Microsoft Azure’s innovative security stack integrate with du Tech’s robust managed services to offer businesses a comprehensive 360-degree security solution within the UAE, aimed at thwarting the ever-evolving cyber threats effectively.
Jasim Al Awadi, Chief ICT Officer at du, said: “We are thrilled to partner with Microsoft to bring the latest advancements in managed security to our customers. This collaboration represents a significant milestone in du’s history, and we are keen to empower businesses to achieve their security objectives while adhering to the stringent compliance demands of today’s digital world.”
Expert highlights the role of FLP in shaping Arabic language maintenance among UAE expat youth
Assistant Professor of Anthropology Dr. Reem Razem
As more Arab expats in the UAE adopt English as their primary language for communication, a researcher from Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) of Dubai has been exploring why the language shift from Arabic and how the nation’s mother tongue could be sustained among future generations. Assistant Professor of Anthropology Dr. Reem Razem says that the key to preserving the Arabic language lies in a Family Language Policy (FLP), a bottom-up approach, where small changes in homes and communities can significantly shift societal communication. Parents act as catalysts for informal societal change, while mother tongues create a vital connection between offspring and their parents, linking generations to both their past and future.
Inspired by observing her own children during COVID-19, Dr. Razem embarked on a study to explore the prevalence of English speaking in the case of the second generation among Arab families. A Jordanian expat and a motherscholar, Dr. Razem explained, “I have three bilingual sons, and when we were confined to our homes, I began to wonder why my boys spoke English to each other and sometimes responded in English when I addressed them in Arabic. This developed into an autoethnography research project, where I filmed my boys’ conversations during the lockdown. This revealed that 30-40% of my sons’ speech was in English, whereas conversations between myself and my husband, and when addressing our children was 90-95% Arabic.”
Dr. Razem continued, “I then explored why they use English in conversation at home. Usually, it was to talk about issues related to online learning; in every topic related to English, such as technology-related issues, they would switch to English. The second trend was intriguing because with anything relevant to entertainment, they would switch to English as well. Whether it be music, movies, or a series that they wanted to talk about, they would revert instantly to English. This means they didn’t have the Arabic words to discuss it.”
Building on her autoethnography study, Dr. Razem extended her research into the wider Jordanian expatriate community to explore whether other families witnessed the same phenomenon. She explained, “I’m a part of a social media group for Jordanian mothers in the UAE. I noticed so many posts delving into language shift, parents being unhappy and frustrated with Arabic language loss, and their children not understanding or valuing Arabic. The majority of the posts on the subject were seeking advice on how to instil the love of Arabic, revitalise and preserve the Arabic language in their children’s upbringing, and encourage them to use Arabic at home and in their communities.”
Dr. Razem found that there were a number of issues impacting Arabic literacy, including the shift to English as a medium of instruction in schools and universities, which meant English had become the language of communication and education. She also pointed to small, unconscious acts, such as selecting English over Arabic at an ATM, which were contributing to the decline in usage.
Discussing potential strategies to boost Arabic language use, Dr. Razem concluded, “There is an intersectionality between the role of the parents at home and the role of the immediate community, and then the crucial role of schooling. We must consciously choose to preserve the language through a bottom-up approach. Family is a nucleus of social change, and taking small steps to raise awareness and practice Arabic can help to create a larger-scale movement. Much like the Butterfly Effect, where a seemingly small flap of wings can trigger far-reaching consequences, the decisions parents make daily, such as the language they choose to speak at home, the schools they select, and the day-to-day social and cultural practices they emphasise, carry the potential to reverse language shift and preserve Arabic as a cornerstone of identity and heritage.”
Tap to Add Card enables cardholders to seamlessly add their cards to digital wallets by simply tapping them on their mobile device
The solution eliminates the cumbersome process of manual entry, a common source of errors and a vulnerability exploited by fraudsters seeking to compromise sensitive card information
UAE, Dubai, 06 March, 2025:Visa (NYSE: V) today announced the launch of Tap to Add Card in the UAE marking a significant advancement in digital wallet provisioning. This innovative technology addresses the growing need for secure and streamlined digital payment solutions by allowing cardholders to add their Visa contactless cards to digital wallets with a simple tap on their mobile device.
Dubai, 9 March 2025- : Chery UAE, in partnership with AW Rostamani Group – the sole and official distributor for Chery cars in the UAE – has announced new offers for customers purchasing a Chery car during Ramadan.
Launched under the slogan “This Ramadan, Chery Will Pay”, the highly competitive offers boast multiple benefits, including 0.99% interest for 3 years, free fuel for a period of one year delivered to the customer’s doorstep, a one-year car insurance policy, 2 years of free service and a 6-year warranty covering up to 200,000 km.
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