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- Ankabut and Dell Technologies signed a memorandum of understanding to support technological innovation in the UAE’s education sector.
- The agreement enables access to GPU-as-a-Service and high-performance computing systems for academic institutions.
- The collaboration aims to expand access to advanced cloud computing and support data-intensive research.
Ankabut, a leading provider of networking and cloud computing services for the education sector in the United Arab Emirates, announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding with Dell Technologies to strengthen digital infrastructure and support technological innovation across educational institutions in the country.
The agreement was signed in Abu Dhabi by Waleed Yahya, General Manager for the Southern Gulf region at Dell Technologies, and Tarek Elgendy, Chief Executive Officer of Ankabut. The partnership reflects a shared commitment to advancing digital learning through advanced technologies and strategic collaboration.
Strengthening Digital Infrastructure for Academic Institutions
Under the agreement, Ankabut will provide Dell’s GPU-as-a-Service solutions, enabling academic institutions to access accelerated computing capabilities that support data-intensive research and advanced learning applications.
Dell Technologies will also provide high-performance computing systems along with the latest peripherals and workstations, allowing educational institutions to build secure, scalable, and efficient technology infrastructures.
Expanding Access to Advanced Cloud Computing
Ankabut offers a wide range of services including networking, virtualization technologies, cloud computing, application services, cybersecurity, and managed support services through its advanced data center located at Khalifa University.
Through this collaboration, Ankabut aims to expand its cloud computing capabilities, enabling a larger number of institutions to access high-performance computing resources and GPU capabilities. This initiative is expected to support scientific research, improve educational outcomes, and foster innovation across the UAE’s academic ecosystem.
Official Statements
Waleed Yahya, General Manager for the Southern Gulf region at Dell Technologies, said:
“ The UAE continues to set global benchmarks for innovation in education through its commitment to technology-enabled learning. Our collaboration with Ankabut aligns closely with this national vision, combining Dell’s advanced infrastructure solutions with Ankabut’s leadership in education networking to build a future-ready digital ecosystem serving students, researchers, and educators across the country.”
Tarek Elgendy, Chief Executive Officer of Ankabut, said:
“This collaboration marks an important step in advancing digital learning in the UAE. By integrating Dell Technologies’ advanced computing solutions with Ankabut’s expertise in cloud computing and network connectivity, we can help institutions explore innovative ways of delivering education and contribute to building a more connected academic community that supports the UAE’s knowledge-based economy ambitions.”
