SSICT News

Inaugural HR Tech Saudi Summit Opens Today with High-Level Presentations
Uniting HR and IT professionals in Saudi Arabia for the first time, the inaugural HR Tech Saudi Summit, organised by Dubai based QnA International, will take place at the Mövenpick Hotel, Riyadh. The two-day summit begins today, 20 November. The Summit is set to lead discussion and debate on the Kingdom’s adoption of cutting-edge HR […]

Huawei introduces truly intelligent Mate 10 Pro for pre-order
After Huawei Consumer Business Group unveiled its new mobile smartphone, HUAWEI Mate 10 and Mate 10 pro, on October 30 in Dubai, Huawei announced the availability of its new Mate 10 Pro for pre-order with its authorized dealers in Saudi Arabia: Jarir Bookstore, Extra, Axiom Telecom, Souq.com and Lulu Hypermarket. The Huawei Mate 10 pro […]

“Instaclass.com Online Tutoring Platform Officially Launches In the Middle East”
“Instaclass.com Online Tutoring Platform Officially Launches In the Middle East”Artificial Intelligence Online Learning Platform That Transforms Tutoring and LearningInstaclass.com, the online learning platform for all, has announced the official launch of its operation in the Middle East today. Instaclass.com platform is a revolutionary tool that connects learners and tutors throughout the region via online interactive […]

Nissan Reports Growing Market Share and Sales Volume for Altima in KSA
Known for its distinguished design, strong engine, innovative technologies, and best fuel efficiency in its segment, the Nissan Altima continues to show significant growth in Saudi Arabia. Its brand loyalty amongst Saudi consumers underscores the success of the new Nissan Altima. It achieved a 59% increase in sales this year compared to last year, reinforcing […]

Showstopper honor7X Challenges the Mobile Industry to Push All Limits to ‘Max Your View’
The most accessible FullView Display Millennial device brings max Experience, Fun and Value honor is releasing this year’s beast out onto the industry of mobile phones. Between the fierce competition of many other competitors, honor 7X roars out loud and reaffirms its position as a young, innovative trendsetter. Designed to be cost-effective, while encompassing all […]

Xperia collaborates with multi-award winning director Mateo Willis to capture a world of WOW
Emmy and BAFTA award-winning cinematographer, Mateo Willis – responsible for some of modern television’s most gripping wildlife sequences in Blue Planet II, Planet Earth II and Frozen Planet – has worked with film-makers from around the world to create a crowd-sourced film captured entirely on Xperia smartphones. 40 independent content creators from across the globe were recruited by Sony […]

Gartner Survey Shows Digital Business Is Turning CIOs Into Business Leaders
For 82 percent of Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) CIOs digital business has led to a greater capacity for change and a more open mindset in their IT organization, according to Gartner, Inc.’s annual survey of CIOs. On average, EMEA CIOs have increased the amount of time they spend on business leadership — up […]

Al Rajhi Bank and SOUQ to offer discounts in co-operation to customers in the KSA
SOUQ and Al Rajhi Bank, one of the largest Islamic Banks in the world, have announced that they will co-operate offer customers in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia an array of benefits when they purchase products on the SOUQ website and mobile app using Al Rajhi Bank credit cards. SOUQ customers in KSA will get […]

Wipro Launches Industry-Specific Solutions as Extensions to SAP® Leonardo
Wipro Limited (NYSE: WIT, BSE: 507685, NSE: WIPRO), a leading global information technology, consulting and business process services company, today announced the launch of industry-specific solutions on SAP® Leonardo. The first set of solutions will focus on the utilities industry, while the next will cover the consumer and manufacturing industries. SAP Leonardo is a holistic […]

Thousands Convene in Houston to Learn About the Latest In Automation Technology While Helping to Support Area Recovery
HOUSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE/AETOS Wire)– Thousands of industrial professionals are convening in Houston for the Automation Fair event to learn more about the latest advanced manufacturing technologies shaping the industry, and the automation tools that can help them be more globally competitive and productive. Hosted by Rockwell Automation and its PartnerNetwork members, the Automation Fair event is the premier […]

10 Saudi Universities are said to participate in the MENAISC 2017 Hackathon
The annual information security conference in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) 2017 has confirmed the participation of 10 Saudi universities in the “Hackathon” competition, which will be hosted in its fifth edition in Riyadh on the 21st November, 2017. Samer Omar, CEO of VirtuPort the organizer of MENA ISC 2017, pointed out that […]

2.38 Million Visitors and USD 56 Million Book Sales at Sharjah International Book Fair 2017
The 36th Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) concluded on a record-breaking note, attracting 2.38 million visitors over its 11-day run. The world’s third largest book fair featured more than 2,600 cultural events, 400 authors and intellectuals, and 1,690 exhibitors from 60 countries, who put up 1.5 million titles on display. A high volume of purchase […]

Turkish Airlines Announces 2017 Q3 Financial Results
Turkish Airlines, given the financial discipline and dynamic demand management applied since the beginning of 2017, with USD 939 million in 2017 Q3, posted record net profit of all 3rd quarters in company history. The 9-monthly operating net profit is recorded as USD 956 million. The successful 3rd quarter marked a 23 percent increase on […]

New Huawei Mate 10 Series: Superior intelligence camera, performance, power, and a reflection of user’s personality
Huawei’s smartphone series committed to the highest standards of performance, high speed, and attractive design thanks to its customized design for business users. Huawei once again provides a fast and easy-to-use experience in line with what they expect from smartphones. Huawei brings the world’s first truly intelligent devices, the HUAWEI Mate 10 and HUAWEI Mate […]

SOUQ.com to Launch Half a Million Deals for White Friday 2017
SOUQ.com has announced the return of its biggest online shopping event, the annual “White Friday Sale”, with 500,000 deals across the region on more than 16,000 brands, from Wednesday 22nd to Saturday 25th November 2017. In its fourth year running, shoppers across the GCC and Egypt can snap up deals of up to 70 percent […]

Nissan Cars Face off in the Ultimate Game of Auto Football at Dubai International Motor Show
Nissan, the Official Global Automotive Sponsor of the UEFA Champions League, has invited football fans and petrol heads to connect and engage in its interactive stand at this year’s Dubai International Motor Show (DIMS). Combining the region’s love of football and motoring, the auto manufacturer has equipped six Nissan Kicks to control a UEFA football […]

How blockchain technology is changing the security landscape in the banking sector
How blockchain technology is changing the security landscape in the banking sector Authored by Sunil Gupta, President and Chief Operating officer at Paladion Blockchain, the technology that is used in the popular cryptocurrency ‘Bitcoin’, is revolutionary in many ways. It addresses multiple challenges associated with digital transactions, such as double spending and currency reproduction. Employing […]

Bahrain to Host Global Entrepreneurship Congress 2019
Bahrain named host country for the Global Entrepreneurship Congress in 2019 at a high-profile event at the UN HQ in NY, confirming the country’s position as a business-friendly nation and an international leader in the field of entrepreneurship and business innovation. The annual global event, hosted by countries including the US, UK, China, Italy, Brazil […]

Raytheon Saudi Arabia receives commercial registration from Ministry of Commerce and Industry
Raytheon Company (NYSE: RTN) today announced the completion of official commercial registration requirements for, and designated the official name of, its new Riyadh-based business unit: Raytheon Saudi Arabia. This milestone allows Raytheon Saudi Arabia to accelerate its localization strategy in support of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030. Earlier this year, Raytheon announced a Memo of Understanding […]

Yanbu Smart City receives prestigious award at Smart City Expo World Congress 2017
RC Yanbu, Smart City Project, won the prestigious Data and Technology Award at the Smart City Expo World Congress 2017, the leading international event on smart cities. The award was given in recognition for RC Yanbu’s innovative and successful implementation and usage of data and technology during Barcelona’s three-day event. The Royal Commission of Yanbu […]

BenQ brings th e World’s Friendly True 4K UHD HDR Home Cinema Projector
(AETOS Wire)- World’s leading DLP Projector brand BenQ launches an impressive DLP 4K HDR CineHome projector W1700, bringing 4K UHD HDR home cinema to all audiences at a sensible value. A true cinematic marvel, the W1700 budget-friendly projector comes fully-loaded with 8.3 million-pixel true UHD 4K resolution, CinematicColor™ accuracy, and projection-optimized HDR for stunning true-to-life […]

THE NEW JAGUAR E-PACE MAKES MIDDLE EAST DEBUT AT DUBAI INTERNATIONAL MOTOR SHOW
Jaguar E-PACE: the design and dynamics of a Jaguar sports car in a five-seat compact performance SUV Latest connectivity technologies and practicality solutions for busy families Sports car-inspired design includes first-in-class 21-inch alloy wheels Up to eight devices can stream content using E-PACE’s 4G Wi-Fi hotspot Touch Pro infotainment system connects customers to their favourite […]
