SSICT News
Uptime Institute Releases 2026 Annual Outage Analysis Report
Uptime Institute’s eighth annual data center outages report shows outage frequency declining for the fifth straight year, though improvement has slowed. Costs continue rising, with 57 percent reporting outages exceeding $100,000.
Gradiant Deploys HyperSolved AI Data Center Cooling Solution to Global Hyperscalers
Gradiant deploys HyperSolved, an integrated water cooling platform for AI data centers, to leading global hyperscalers. The solution unifies fragmented water infrastructure into a single system.
STC Group Launches Pulse by Solutions Brand Identity for Regional Expansion
STC Group rebrands Giza Systems as pulse by solutions to strengthen digital integration and expand regional systems integration services following its 2022 acquisition.
MTU engine leasing TRecs investment advances digital engine transition management
MTU engine leasing TRecs investment in the digital platform reduces coordination time and creates unified asset records across the engine leasing lifecycle.
HUAWEI AppGallery Concludes $20,000 Baloot Esports Tournament in Riyadh
HUAWEI AppGallery concluded its $20,000 Baloot esports tournament in Riyadh, elevating the traditional Saudi card game into a structured competitive format with regional participation.
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LG Launches UltraGear EVO Gaming Monitor with Hyper Mini LED 5K Display
LG Electronics unveiled the UltraGear EVO gaming monitor with Hyper Mini LED 5K technology, featuring 2,304 local dimming zones and 1,250-nit peak brightness. The display earned TÜV Rheinland Anti Blooming certification and includes AI Upscaling, dual refresh rate modes, and advanced connectivity options for gaming and professional use.
Dream of the Desert Opens Riyadh Headquarters, Appoints General Manager
Dream of the Desert, Saudi Arabia’s first ultra-luxury train by Arsenale Group, opened its Riyadh headquarters and appointed leadership, marking its entry into the delivery phase before its 2026 debut across 1,300 kilometers of Saudi railway.
MEFMA Members Win Global FM Awards for Excellence 2026
Two MEFMA members received awards at the Global FM Awards of Excellence 2026, reinforcing the Middle East’s rising reputation for facility management innovation. The recognition occurs as the GCC facility management market expands to USD 72 billion by 2028.
HPE Launches Compute Scale-up Server 3250 With 64TB Memory for SAP Workloads
HPE releases the Compute Scale-up Server 3250 with up to 64TB DDR5 memory, designed for SAP workloads and enterprise applications requiring high-speed transactions and real-time analytics.
GAZOO Racing Secures Double Podium at Rally de Portugal
GAZOO Racing World Rally Team finishes second and third at Rally de Portugal. Solberg and Evans secure podium places while Toyota extends championship leads to 93 points in manufacturers’ standings.
CEL-SCI Partners with Amarox to Bring Multikine Cancer Therapy to Saudi Arabia
CEL-SCI and Amarox have signed a strategic partnership to develop and distribute Multikine Saudi Arabia cancer immunotherapy under a 50/50 revenue-sharing model, pending SFDA approval.
Zoho Study Shows 86% of Saudi Organizations Prioritize Cybersecurity Amid Identity Gaps
A Zoho global study reveals 86% of Saudi organisations prioritise cybersecurity and 88% have implemented Zero Trust strategies, yet identity security gaps persist with only 62% achieving full identity visibility and control.
Genetec Urges Stronger Credential Governance for Physical Security Systems Amid AI Cyber Threats
Genetec calls for stronger credential governance physical security systems as AI accelerates cyber threats. Research shows 58.7% of organizations face increased phishing attacks.
AVIXA Foundation Opens Michael Verguawen Scholarship for AV Students
The AVIXA Foundation is accepting applications for ten $2,500 Michael Verguawen Scholarships for students pursuing audiovisual industry careers through June 30, 2026.
Vertiv Appoints Frieda He as Chief Procurement Officer
Frieda He Chief Procurement Officer appointment at Vertiv. He brings nearly two decades of global procurement experience from roles at Polestar and Volvo Cars.
98% of Saudi Consumers Want Invisible Payments, but Security Remains Key to Trust
New research shows 98% of Saudi consumers want invisible payments, but security concerns remain the decisive factor. 50% shop online weekly, with 67% planning to increase purchases in the next year.
HITEK AI Launches Sustainability and ESG Consultancy Services in Saudi Arabia
HITEK AI sustainability consultancy expands its Saudi Arabia operations with new sustainability and ESG consultancy services, supporting organizations in carbon reduction and environmental strategy implementation aligned with Saudi Vision 2030.
Phoenix Group Partners with DC Max on $8 Billion European AI Data Center Platform
Abu Dhabi-based Phoenix Group partners with DC Max to develop an 18MW AI data center in Lyon, France, launching a $8 billion European expansion platform targeting over 1GW of capacity.
Ankabut Expert Contributes to Global Resilience Standard Framework
Shameerudin Sharief of Ankabut contributed to developing the Global Resilience Standard, a unified framework integrating business continuity, risk management, cybersecurity and AI governance across 24 countries.
GWM Unveils GWM ONE S Platform and 4.0T V8 Engine at Auto China 2026
GWM debuts the GWM ONE S platform and 4.0T V8 engine at Auto China 2026, showcasing multi-powertrain technology and AI integration for Middle East markets.
ADPIC Launches Unified Governance Framework to Accelerate Infrastructure Delivery
Abu Dhabi’s ADPIC launches a unified governance framework with 14 government entities to accelerate infrastructure approvals and delivery across the emirate during ADIS 2026.
Yango Yasmina Launches Football Updates Feature for Voice-Activated Sports Tracking
Yango Yasmina introduces voice-activated football updates for UAE users, allowing real-time tracking of local and international matches in Arabic and English across AI-powered smart speakers.