SSICT News

W7Worldwide Marketing Communications Partner for the MENA 2017 Information Security Conference #menaisc2017
CEO of VirtuPort – MENA 2017 Information Security Conference (#menaisc2017), Samer Omar, stated that “W7Worldwide Marketing Communication played a valuable role in delivering the message to the target audience both efficiently and professionally.” Samer Omar said that the performance of the communications campaign designed by W7Worldwide contributed to the Saudi Cyber Security Community’s preparation with […]

First Swiss Businesswomen Delegation Explores Business Opportunities in Saudi Arabia
A Swiss Businesswomen delegation met on Tuesday, 28 November 2017, in Jeddah with a number of Saudi Businessmen and Businesswomen to learn about potential commercial and investment opportunities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This comes in line with Saudi Arabia’s keenness to encourage investments and trade in promising vital sectors, and reflects the decisions […]

The Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) and the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry of Japan (METI) Host Two Intellectual Property (IP) Events to Promote Cooperation between UAE and Japan
The Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) and the Ministry of Economic, Trade, and Industry of Japan (METI) held two events to discuss the development of appropriate collaborative measures for tackling IP infringement and counterfeiting region. IP Judicial Workshop – 26 November 2017The first event aims to promote a mutual understanding of judicial system protocol and […]

94% of CSPs Plan to Use Cloud RAN in Their 5G Deployments
Mavenir, focused on accelerating software network transformation and redefining mobile network economics for Communications Service Providers, announces the results of a new global 5G Operator Survey. The survey, just completed by Heavy Reading in November 2017, unveils important new findings regarding the 5G development and deployment plans of more than fifty major Communication Service Providers […]

ExaGrid Named “Recommended” Solution for Deduplication Backup Target Appliances by DCIG
ExaGrid®, a leading provider of hyper-converged secondary storage (HCSS) for backup with data deduplication, announced that independent analyst firm DCIG once again ranked the ExaGrid disk-based backup appliance in the top category of “Recommended” in its recently published 2018 Deduplication Backup Target Appliance Buyer’s Guide. This research body assists organizations in matching their business and […]

Visa Readies Digital Payments for the Projected 500,000 Visitors Traveling to Russia for the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™
In celebration of the Final Draw for the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™, Visa (NYSE: V), the Official Payment Service Partner of FIFA, released travel and spending data for the 2018 FIFA World Cup™. Throughout official FIFA venues, Visa will enable a cash-free fan experience by implementing point-of-sale terminals that accept a Visa credit or […]

BIOCAD Launches the New Manufacturing Site in North Africa
Russian biotechnology company BIOCAD and Moroccan pharmaceutical company Sothema Labs announced the launch of medicines derived using the technology provided by the Russian manufacturer into the North African market. The manufacturing of Russian biosimilars of rituximab and bevacizumab indicated for the treatment of cancer, approved in the first half of October 2017, will be based […]

Huawei holds a training workshop to showcase its new era of professional photography through the new innovative Huawei Mate 10 Pro
Huawei Consumer Business Group held a training workshop entitled “Professional Photography using a Smartphone” for media at Park Hyatt Jeddah Hotel to introduce a new era of professional photography and best ways to use the cameras of the new Huawei Mate 10 Pro smartphone to replace their traditional professional cameras. Huawei’s training workshop has seen […]

SOUQ Customers Enjoyed Biggest Regional Online Shopping Event in Record-Setting White Friday 2017
SOUQ.com today announced that the number of items sold during White Friday 2017 more than doubled compared to last year – making it the biggest shopping event in SOUQ history. White Friday 2017 offered an unprecedented one million deals during the event. Customers enjoyed the four-day online shopping event and over 70 percent of customers […]

Western Digital launches path-breaking storage solutions in the KSA
Western Digital Corporation launched its latest range of storage technology at a press conference held in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. . Western Digital announced the launch of the WD My Cloud Home Storage device that plugs directly into the Wi-Fi router home, helping users save all digital content in one central place. The company […]

In a Move to Accelerate Transparency and Development in the Diamond Industry, CEDEX and IDEX Online Join Forces
Under the agreement, CEDEX will leverage on IDEX diamond knowledge and real-time diamond prices to present it to its future exchange customers, while IDEX will use CEDEX technology to better accommodate investments in the diamond professional market. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20171127005483/en/With over two decades of undisputable reputation as a prominent and unbiased market […]

STME implements end to end IT solutions in Pharma International’s new factory in Jeddah
STME, the Middle East’s leading IT solutions provider and systems integrator, has successfully completed the comprehensive end-to-end IT infrastructure of Pharma International’s new pharmaceutical factory in Jeddah. Pharma International’s move to integrate advanced systems in its factory showcases growing awareness of local companies on the importance of safeguarding critical points of its operations. According to […]

Jade Logistics Continues Impressive Implementation Record
Software company Jade Logistics, supplier of the world’s number one Terminal Operating System (TOS) for mixed cargo ports, has continued to increase its global footprint by implementing its Master Terminal product at 22 sites in 2017. On the back of significant sales growth and what has been a record year for the company, Jade Logistics’ global […]

The Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation for Education Doubles Its Annual Scholarship Offering for Emirati & Arab Youth in Its Second Year of Operation
The Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation for Education (AGFE) has responded to the overwhelming number of applications from tens of thousands of Emirati and Arab youth by increasing the number of scholarships offered through its programs from 700 currently, to 1,500 in the next year. The Foundation supports the most vulnerable youth from the UAE and […]

The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology sponsors the 1st Saudi Electronic Applications Exhibition
Amid growing interest in Saudi Arabia, the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology is keen on stimulating the economy with a focus on electronic applications, leadership, the fourth industrial revolution, and bridging the digital gap to go inline with the Saudi Vision 2030. HE Eng. Abdullah bin Amer Al Sawahah, the Minister of Communications and […]

The Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation for Education Doubles Its Annual Scholarship Offering for Emirati & Arab Youth in Its Second Year of Operation
The Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation for Education (AGFE) has responded to the overwhelming number of applications from tens of thousands of Emirati and Arab youth by increasing the number of scholarships offered through its programs from 700 currently, to 1,500 in the next year. The Foundation supports the most vulnerable youth from the UAE and […]
PADDINGTONTM WORLD COMES TO DUBAI FESTIVAL CITY MALL
Dubai Festival City Mall, is the place to visit this season as it opens Dubai’s first ever Paddington World themed in celebration of the new Paddington 2 movie released in UAE movie theatres on November 30th. Visitors can meet with Paddington himself each day between 4pm – 10pm. Within the one-of-a-kind experience, families and Paddington […]

Two-pronged approach essential to address ICT business & technical risks
As Saudi Arabia’s integrated Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector undergoes massive transformation, “it is critical to address key business and technical risks and challenges from both global and local perspectives,” Felix Wass, President and CEO of Detecon Al Saudia (Detasad), said in his keynote speech at the IDC IT Forum 2017 in Riyadh last […]

KDK showcases Indoor Air Quality Products for a Healthy Life at Big 5 2017
KDK Company a pioneer in fan technology from Japan, is known for its high-performance products, is showcasing some of the best Indoor Air Quality products in collaboration with Electra, an Abu Dhabi based company, in Big 5 this year. KDK is present at Stand #: Z5 A61 in Zabeel Hall 5 at Dubai World Trade […]

New Nissan LEAF wins first international award
The new Nissan LEAF has taken top honors at the CES (Consumer Electronics Show) annual CES Unveiled ceremony, presented by the Consumer Technology Association. The result follows regional successes, with its first Middle East showcasing at the Dubai International Motor Show, as well as becoming part of the official fleet for Expo 2020 Dubai. With […]

Panasonic Homes & Living showcases Lighting & Electrical Solutions at Big 5 Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Panasonic Homes & Living, in collaboration with its UAE channel partner ADVANCE EST. for Lighting & Electricals (a subsidiary of M/S Easa Hussain Al Yousifi [EHY] group of companies) is showcasing its latest range of products at Big 5 2017 taking place from November 26th-29th at Dubai World Trade Centre. According to industry reports, over […]

Canon Demonstrate s Commitment to the Kingdom with Enriched & Expanded Partner Programme & Product Portfolio
Canon Middle East announced the expansion of its partner programme and eServices in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to facilitate innovation, drive business growth and deliver success for partners an customers. The leader in imaging and printing solutions also announced a strategic partnership with Alkhorayef Printing Solutions (APS), a part of the Alkhorayef Group and […]
