Mohamed Ghamdi

EMKAN SURVEY REVEALS SHIFT IN CONSUMER SPENDING BEHAVIOUR AND ACCELERATION IN DIGITAL ADOPTION FOR FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, July 7, 2021 – The economic fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic combined with disruptions across various sectors has accelerated changes to consumer spending and lending behaviours, according to a survey conducted by Emkan, a financial company that provides innovative financial solutions across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The survey consisted of responses from […]

Lights, Camera, Drive! Nikon & MG to Find, Celebrate, & Reward the UAE’s Best Video Content Creators #DoMoreZMore
Dubai, UAE; 04 July 2021: Inter Emirates Motors (IEM), a subsidiary of Ali & Sons Holding LLC, the official distributor of MG Motor vehicles in the United Arab Emirates, has partnered with Nikon Middle East to bring video storytellers in the UAE an exciting opportunity to upgrade their camera kits and their ride. The #DoMoreZMore contest is open to all video content creators and […]

Avaya Enabling the Future of Work and Customer Experience in the Levant Through Distribution Agreement with Ingram Micro
New distribution agreement will see Ingram Micro supply and support Avaya’s OneCloud portfolio of contact center and unified communications solutions. The two companies will focus on enabling the future of work through scalable business communications systems. Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 07 July, 2021 – As it continues to support the development of the future of […]

stc and Ericsson key contributors to realizing Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030
stc and Ericsson sign Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on network infrastructure development at MWC Barcelona Enhanced stc network will deliver world-class connectivity and pave the way for essential Vision 2030 technologies such as AI, edge computing and automation. stc has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) to further the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) development […]

vivo Becomes World’s Second-fastest Growing 5G Smartphone Brand, According to Strategy Analytics
7 July, 2021 – vivo became the second-fastest growing 5G smartphone brand globally in Q1 2021, jumping 62 percent quarter-on-quarter to 19 million units shipped, while vivo’s 5G smartphone strongholds are China and Europe, according to a new research from Strategy Analytics. As a fervent advocate of 5G development, vivo has made remarkable progress in 5G […]

Kaspersky delves into trends and risks surrounding cryptocurrencies
Technology has significantly impacted lives and economies over the last few years and is now giving rise to new modes of transactions and even currencies. New modes of electronic payment are becoming increasingly popular, and cryptocurrencies have captured the imagination and attention of individuals, investors, the banking industry, and Governments the world over. According to […]

On a historic date for modern vaccines, Emirates SkyCargo crosses COVID-19 vaccine transportation milestone
150 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines flown on Emirates aircraft Dubai, UAE, 6 July 2021 – July 6, 1885 was a historic date for modern medicine and treatment. This was the day when Louis Pasteur administered the first attenuated vaccine to a human patient. Over the next 135 years, the development of vaccines for various […]

Telemedicine revolutionizes diabetes management in KSA
Abbott-supported report by Economist Intelligence Unit reveals up to 90% of patients with diabetes in Saudi Arabia switched to virtual clinics in the past year Telemedicine consultations could be key to addressing the growing economic cost of treating diabetes Riyadh, 6 July 2021 – A recent report by The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) has revealed that the […]

ALTIBBI AND RECKITT® SIGN A LONG-TERM AGREEMENT TO SPREAD AWARENESS ABOUT COMMON HEALTH ISSUES IN THE KINGDOM
The leading digital health platform in MENA, Altibbi, has announced signing a joint cooperation agreement with Reckitt, manufacturers of many household brands. The ceremony took place at Reckitt’s headquarters in the UAE earlier this June. This prospective collaboration aims to provide consultations & medical guidance regarding common health-related issues, such as Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), […]

New Kaspersky Password Manager: focus on convenience and enhanced password control
Kaspersky Password Manager has implemented several improvements across all platforms and enhanced control over password strength. The version on Windows has become more convenient and transparent: new features will allow customers to monitor the status and security of all passwords. The option that allows the scanning of multi-page documents is now available for iOS users. […]

du and Wipro launch a Multi-Cloud Platform for seamless migration and management of multi-cloud infrastructure
Dubai, UAE, 3 July 2021: du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), and Wipro Limited, a leading global information technology, consulting and business process services company, today announced the launch of their new Multi-Cloud Platform. The two companies have partnered to deliver market-leading multi-cloud management and migration capabilities through this platform, which aligns with their aims […]

Green finance surges in MENA region in first half of 2021, exceeding global growth rates
MENA green and sustainability-linked debt issuance reaches approximately $6.4 billion in H1 2021, exceeding total for whole of 2020 H1 2021 MENA issuances up 38% on full-year 2020 totals, compared with 12% global increase Saudi Arabia; 4 July 2021: Green and sustainability-linked debt issuance in the MENA region reached $6.4billion in the first half of 2021, already exceeding the total […]

Digital transformation investment will continue in 2021; states reality check by Software AG
Transformation and investment remain common goals, but the best way to achieve them highlights diversity of thinking in tech strategies Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – July 2021: Software AG (Frankfurt MDAX: SOW) has recently released the global ‘Situation Report’ based on responses from IT Leaders on their views around digital transformation investment strategies. The global COVID […]

Mr.Hassan Abbas Sharbatly Foundation (HAS) for Community Service And Digitect sign strategic agreement
Saudi Arabia – Jeddah. 4 July 2021 – A strategic agreement to cultivate the culture of community services was signed between Hassan Foundation and Digitect. Mr.Abdulatif Al-Nugali, Secretary of the Board of Trustees, emphasized on the importance of this agreement through choosing success partners whom objectives are aligned with the institution and its programs’. This year, […]

Finastra survey finds Banking as a Service (BaaS) set to make significant impact on financial services in next 12 months
90% of UAE respondents believe Banking as a Service (BaaS) will make an impact over the next year UAE banks keen to collaborate in order to drive innovation and revenue growth Dubai, UAE June 28, 2021: Finastra research reveals that Banking as a Service (BaaS) is set to have a notable impact on the industry in the […]

1.1 million Web attacks exploited the gaming theme worldwide in April 2021
In 2020, as countries around the world were forced into lockdown, the number of online gamers skyrocketed. In fact, by the end of March 2020, the number of both active users and concurrent users actively playing games on Steam (the most popular online gaming platform, community, and store) reached an all-time record. This record was once again […]

Sustainability and Digital Transformation Targets Are Driving Demand for Multi-Technical Service Contracts in Saudi Arabia’s USD 445 Million Market
Real-Time Analytics Enable Energy Performance and Condition-Based Maintenance Contracts, Says Amani Al Moajil, New Saudi Arabia GM of Enova RIYADH, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – 30 June 2021 — Amani Al Moajil, the newly appointed General Manager of Saudi Arabia for Enova, the Middle East’s leading energy and facilities management specialist, has said that digital transformation […]

Innovative Program to Create Work Opportunities for 1,150 Ivorian Women in the Energy Sector
US$1.4 million investment will help address gender imbalance in the country’s energy sector and improve energy access for marginalized communities Abidjan, Ivory Coast, 1 July 2021: A coalition of five organizations are coming together to launch a unique initiative that will train 1,150 Ivorian women to access dignified work opportunities in the country’s energy sector. Schneider […]

Petal Maps rolls out new exclusive features to the Middle East and Africa
Enhanced features by Petal Maps including, dark mode navigation, display over other apps, heads-up display, and more 30 June, 2021, Dubai, UAE: Huawei announced that users across the Middle East and Africa will experience an enhanced Petal Maps application, which includes a range of new features and upgrades such as dark mode navigation display over other […]

HyperX Named Official Gaming Microphone Partner of FaZe Clan
London (UK) – 29th June 2021 – HyperX, the gaming peripherals team at HP Inc. and brand leader in gaming and esports, today announced it is the Official Gaming Microphone Partner of esports and gaming lifestyle organization FaZe Clan. The new collaboration will outfit FaZe Clan’s diverse roster of premiere content creators with HyperX’s premium microphones. As gaming industry leaders, […]

Refinitiv launches post-trade solution for Islamic money market transactions
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES: Refinitiv has launched an automated post-trade solution that connects with a conversational dealing platform and supports Islamic money market transactions such as Murabaha, Wakala, and Mudaraba. According to the Refinitiv 2020 Islamic finance development report, global shariah-compliant assets are forecast to reach $ 3.69 USD trillion by 2024. Financial institutions face major challenges in trading Islamic finance […]

British Council launches fun and interactive Summer School programme for kids
– A high-quality English learning experience designed by experts, the programme is led by qualified teachers who motivate every student and get everyone working together. – Children will have hands-on, interactive projects build skills like problem solving, teamwork and critical thinking as well as focus on real-world topics like artificial intelligence, gaming, ethical food and climate […]
