Mobile Madness – The Middle East’s Smartphone Spring
BlackBerry has certainly managed to create some headlines, although not everyone's drinking the Kool-Aid, writes Alex Mcnabb.
February 12, 2013 11:22
RIM versus the TRA. Again
Local media reports that the TRA has gained access to Blackberry encryption codes, while RIM has told Gulf News it literally can’t divulge such information. Which is true?
December 15, 2010 4:33
BlackBerry and the TRA kiss and make up
At the GITEX technology event, the Co-CEO of Research In Motion announces a rosy picture that will see BlackBerry and the TRA walking hand-in-hand into the sunset.
October 18, 2010 11:06UAE BlackBerry users stick to device as deadline nears
Deal to be reached between RIM and UAE - analysts
October 6, 2010 9:01US, Israel spying behind BlackBerry woe-Dubai police
'United States is the primary beneficiary of having no controls over the BlackBerry.'
September 4, 2010 11:47
Blackberry security explained
What kind of access do US authorities get to BlackBerry messages that Saudi, the UAE and India don’t? Is it even possible to monitor encrypted messages?
August 12, 2010 4:54
BlackBerry: A global view
Believe it or not, the UAE and Saudi are not the only countries grappling with the BlackBerry issue. Here’s an overview of BlackBerry concerns across the globe.
August 8, 2010 2:16
Analysts: There will be BlackBerry deal
‘Three months is a long time in telecoms.’ But can Research In Motion really walk the fine line between state and corporate demands?
August 3, 2010 3:43BlackBerry ban includes roaming
Move will close potential loophole and affect visitors.
August 2, 2010 4:01Million BlackBerry users face hit after Gulf bans
UAE cites security risk from use of encrypted messages.
August 2, 2010 10:08
Your corporate secrets are worthless
Paranoid about corporate espionage? On edge about your company’s creative edge? Worried about the impending BlackBerry restriction? Relax, says Sam Potter – you don’t even have any secrets.
August 1, 2010 1:36Du responds to UAE BlackBerry suspension announcement
Telecoms provider issues statement following TRA's announcement to suspend BlackBerry services in October.
August 1, 2010 9:39
BlackBerry services to be suspended in the UAE
UAE to halt Blackberry services in October; service to be halted until 'acceptable solution' found; cites security concerns regarding data exported offshore.
August 1, 2010 9:28
BlackBerry won’t be banned
The UAE government says that the little device you’re using to text your spouse is operating ‘beyond the law,’ but says it has no plans to stop them. What’s going on?
July 26, 2010 3:30
Dusting off the Emirates ID card
The Emirates Identity Authority is 'keen' on making its ID cards more functional.
May 16, 2013 5:57
Turkish Airlines Can Ride Out Turbulence
The airline said there had been little impact on May 15 from a strike in protest over pay and previous sackings.
May 16, 2013 2:57
Air Berlin doesn't need Etihad's help
Last year, the German carrier posted its first annual profit since 2007.
May 16, 2013 10:54
Taking on Abercrombie & Fitch
Controversial views from the clothing company's CEO causes huge backlash.
May 16, 2013 2:43
Fake pilot 'on the run'
Michael Fay forged papers and operated as a pilot for Afriqiyah Airways for eight months. . .
May 14, 2013 11:26