Zamil Safwan
An experienced technologist with expertise spanning Digital Transformation, E-commerce, Start-ups, and Fintech. Zamil offers insightful analysis on the convergence of finance and technology in the evolving digital landscape.

X Chat Encryption Features Launch With Video Calls
X Chat encryption features now include video calling, file sharing, and end-to-end security. Discover what’s new in X’s upgraded messaging platform.

ChatGPT Group Chats Launch in Four Markets
ChatGPT group chats now allow up to 20 users to collaborate with the AI chatbot in select markets. Discover how this new feature works and who can access it.

Revolutionary AI Photo Editing Comes to Google Photos
Google Photos introduces Gemini Nano Banana AI that edits photos with simple voice commands. No skills needed—just say “make me smile” and watch the magic happen. Learn more.

Digital Health Transformation: Lean and MOD Launch Sehhatek
Lean and Ministry of Defense launch digital health transformation with Sehhatek app for personnel and families. Discover how this supports Vision 2030.

eSIM Revolution Accelerates After Apple iPhone Air Launch
Following Apple’s iPhone Air launch, eSIM adoption is accelerating globally amid regulatory, security, and interoperability challenges.

Unlocking the Power of openEuler: The OS for Intelligent Digital Infrastructure
Discover openEuler, the innovative open-source operating system designed for servers, cloud, and edge computing. Learn about its multi-architecture support, robust security, and thriving ecosystem.

Valerion launches VisionMaster Max projector in the Middle East at GITEX GLOBAL 2025
Debut of Valerion’s next-generation home theater experience, set against a Middle East home cinema market projected to reach nearly USD23 billion by 2030 Dubai, UAE – October 19, 2025: Valerion, the premium home cinema sub-brand of AWOL Vision and a leading specialist in projection technology, unveiled the regional launch of its flagship VisionMaster Max projector […]

UAE Cybersecurity Strategy: Lt. Col. Al Shebli on Digital Sovereignty and AI Defense
Lt. Col. Saeed Mohamed Al Shebli of the UAE Ministry of Interior shares insights on how the nation is securing its digital future through sovereignty, AI-driven cyber defense, and early quantum readiness.

REDMAGIC 11 Pro Series Launches in China, Redefining the Future of Mobile Esports
REDMAGIC unveils the 11 Pro Series in China with dual liquid-and-air cooling, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, 144Hz display, and 8,000mAh battery for console-level mobile gaming.

Interview: Huawei’s Mohammed Alosaimi on Cybersecurity, Trust, and Local Digital Infrastructure
At GITEX Global 2025, Huawei Saudi Arabia’s Chief Cyber Security Officer, Mohammed Moteb Alosaimi, discusses the Kingdom’s digital transformation, talent challenges, and Huawei’s commitment to cybersecurity transparency and local trust.

Huawei’s Dr. Mohamed Madkour: Saudi Arabia Is Building an AI-Driven, Sustainable Digital Economy
At GITEX Global 2025, Huawei’s Dr. Mohamed Madkour highlighted Saudi Arabia’s leadership in AI-driven digital transformation under Vision 2030, emphasizing talent development, sustainability, and open innovation.

Huawei Unveils Wheelchair Mode on HUAWEI WATCH GT 6 at GITEX 2025, Empowering People of Determination
At GITEX Global 2025, Huawei introduced the world’s first Wheelchair Mode on its HUAWEI WATCH GT 6 Series — empowering people of determination with health and fitness tracking designed for wheelchair users.

The 2025 Edition of GRIF Dubai Concludes at Full Capacity with Insightful Conversations Shaping the Future of Hospitality
Over its three-day run, attendees took part in a series of impactful discussions exploring neighbourhood culture, wellness, workplace evolution and investment trends shaping tomorrow’s hospitality landscape Dubai, UAE (10 October 2025): The final curtain has just been drawn on The Global Restaurant Investment Forum (GRIF) 2025, which brought together the world’s foremost restaurateurs, investors, developers and operators […]

AMD and OpenAI Announce Multi-Billion-Dollar Partnership to Build 6GW Global AI Infrastructure
AMD and OpenAI announce a multi-year, multi-generation partnership to deploy 6GW of AMD Instinct GPUs, starting in 2026, marking AMD as a key strategic compute partner for OpenAI’s next-generation AI infrastructure.

HUMAIN Horizon Pro: Saudi-Designed Agentic AI PC Makes Its Debut
Explore the HUMAIN Horizon Pro, the Saudi AI PC built on Snapdragon X Elite, featuring HUMAIN ONE OS, Arabic-first model ALLAM, 18h battery, and agentic AI capabilities.

Vision Bank Receives Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) No Objection for Official Launch
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – 17 September 2025: Vision Bank has received the “No Objection” from the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) to commence its banking operations in the Kingdom, marking a significant milestone aimed at introducing the public to Vision Bank and its innovative financial services. This announcement underlines Vision Bank’s commitment to delivering […]

Hyundai Reveals Ambitious “2030 Vision” and Product Roadmap at 2025 CEO Investor Day
At the 2025 CEO Investor Day, Hyundai unveils its bold 2030 Vision: 5.55 million annual sales, 3.3 million electrified vehicles, new regional EVs, EREVs, SDV platform, and a KRW 77.3 trillion investment plan.

Paymentology Expands in Saudi Arabia to Power Next-Gen Fintech Growth
At Money 20/20 Riyadh, Paymentology CEO Jeff Parker discusses Saudi expansion, AI in fraud prevention, and fintech opportunities under Vision 2030.

inDrive Expands to Riyadh with Peer-to-Peer Ride-Hailing Model, Launching on Saudi National Day
inDrive launches in Riyadh on Saudi National Day, introducing its peer-to-peer ride-hailing model. Country Manager Abdulrahman Alsager shares insights on growth, fairness, safety, and Vision 2030 alignment.

Huawei Unveils “One ISP One Network” Whitepaper at HUAWEI CONNECT 2025
Huawei released its “One ISP One Network” Whitepaper during HUAWEI CONNECT 2025 in Shanghai, offering ISPs a roadmap for B2B growth with agile networks, differentiated services, and intelligent O&M.

Cisco Duo Report: 4 Identity Security Takes Center Stage in 2025
Cisco’s latest survey reveals that 85% of companies are adopting security-first identity practices as AI-driven threats and growing complexity reshape the cybersecurity landscape. Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – September 16th, 2025 – Cisco has released its 2025 State of Identity Security report, which explores the challenges and strategies IT and security leaders are adopting to navigate […]

HALA Raises $157M in Landmark Series B Round Led by TPG and Sanabil
Saudi fintech HALA raises $157M in one of the Middle East’s largest Series B rounds, led by TPG’s Rise Fund and Sanabil Investments, to expand financial services for SMEs and support Vision 2030.
