Not all cloud software is created equal

By John Maddison, Senior Vice President of products and solutions, Fortinet. An assumption made by many security professionals is that any performance differences between physical security devices are eliminated when those security software images are run on identical cloud hardware. But the truth is, there are still significant performance differences between solutions, and those differences can be critical both from a processing perspective as well as cost. Because cloud performance is a baseline requirement for competing in the digital marketplace, organizations cannot afford for security to be a bottleneck. Transactions need to be inspected at digital speeds. Of course, elastic … Continue reading Not all cloud software is created equal

One of the most prestigious buildings in Downtown Dubai receives its first residents with direct access to The Dubai Mall

‘There are shadows,’ wrote EM Forster in ‘A Room with a View’, “because there are hills.” The writer’s metaphor apart, when you are in Downtown Dubai, you are in the shadow of a global icon – Burj Khalifa, towering high above you, presenting a compelling skyscape – one where the impression that the tower makes also draws from the multiple hues that the sky wears at different points in time on any day. From the crystal-shine of the early morning to the many-hued reflections of the evening sky to the glittering lights at night, Burj Khalifa offers many moods, all … Continue reading One of the most prestigious buildings in Downtown Dubai receives its first residents with direct access to The Dubai Mall

General Civil Aviation Authority signs agreement to increase air traffic capacity between the UAE and Canada

During the recent visit of his Highness Sheikh Abdulla bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and international cooperation to Canada. His Excellency Engineer Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansoori, Minister of economy and Chairman of the General civil aviation authority held talks with the Canadian Transport Minister that culminated in an agreement to increase Air Traffic rights between the two countries and which undoubtedly will create new investment opportunities and stimulate economic activity and reflect the strength of the relationship between the two countries. The new agreement allows Etihad Airways to increase flights to Canada to become five flights … Continue reading General Civil Aviation Authority signs agreement to increase air traffic capacity between the UAE and Canada

New short indie movie ‘The Peril’ is a wake-up call to parents about internet safety for kids

1 in 3 internet users in the world is a child, says UNICEF report Under the Patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Hend Al Qassemi, the independent short film ‘The Peril’ by producer/director Zenofer Fathima officially premiered today at Marriott Hotel in Al Jaddaf, Dubai.  The Peril is a breathtaking narrative that aims to raise awareness on the unseen dangers of children using technology. In an era of tablets, smartphones and touchscreens, more and more children have increasing digital presence, which inevitably translates to increased exposure to possible perils of the digital world.  Late last year, UNICEF released its very first … Continue reading New short indie movie ‘The Peril’ is a wake-up call to parents about internet safety for kids