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.

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    Genspark AI: Pioneering the Future of Search Technology with Revolutionary Agentic Engine

    Genspark AI emerges as a challenger to traditional search, using an innovative ‘agentic engine’ with specialized AI agents to synthesize information into custom ‘Sparkpages.’ With significant funding and a growing user base, it offers a glimpse into the AI-driven future of online information access.

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    Kingston Technology Urges Proactive Data Security Measures in the Middle East Ahead of World Backup Day

    Empowering individuals and businesses with practical backup strategies, Kingston highlights its advanced storage solutions to ensure data safety and reliability Dubai, UAE – 25 March 2025:  As World Backup Day which falls on March 31 approaches, Kingston Technology Europe Co LLP, an affiliate of Kingston Technology Company Inc., a world leader in memory products and technology solutions, is […]

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    Protect satellite navigation from interference, UN agencies urge

    Aviation, maritime and telecoms agencies raise alarm over increase in jamming and spoofing of satellite navigation systems Geneva, 25 March 2025 – Increasing incidents of interference with aviation, maritime and other satellite telecommunications services mean states must urgently enhance the protection of a critical radio-frequency band, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), International Telecommunication Union (ITU) […]

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    Precision Medicine Surge: KFSHRC Achieves 39% Rise in Genetic Mutation Analysis

    Advanced testing empowers tailored therapies and proactive management of hereditary diseases Riyadh King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) has reported a significant increase in the number of targeted mutations analysed. The latest data reveal that the number of analyzed mutations has increased from 3,969 cases in 2023 to 5,514 in 2024, representing a […]

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    Azizi Developments partners with SAP for comprehensivedigital transformation to support expansion drive

    The developer is now adopting RISE with SAP and a range of SAP solutions for its operations, to enhance efficiency and leverage the latest AI capabilities Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 21 March 2025: Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has entered a strategic partnership with SAP to drive an end-to-end digital transformation of […]

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    Nothing Phone 3a and 3a launches in the Middle East, right in time for Eid!

    The latest from the technology company marks the perfect Eid gift! 20th March 2025, Dubai, United Arab Emirates  – Nothing Tech today announced the regional launch of its new smartphone series, the Nothing (3a) series in the Middle East. Announced at its local event held in Dubai, the two new smartphones in the series will be available […]

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    Emirates NBD partners with VFS Global to empower consumers with exclusive benefits and services

    Emirates NBD, the leading banking group in the MENAT (Middle East, North Africa and Turkey) region, has signed a partnership agreement with VFS Global — the world’s largest visa outsourcing and technology services specialist — to offer consumers across the Kingdom access to exclusive benefits. The agreement was signed by Ghassan Najmeddin, Head of Retail […]

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    ALEC Achieves 29% YoY Growth Driven by Ongoing Saudi Expansion and Subsidiaries’ Strong Performance

    Construction firm’s growth in Saudi signals impressive early success of ongoing expansion in the Kingdom Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 11 March 2025 – With a healthy pipeline of projects in progress, ALEC Engineering and Contracting LLC (ALEC) has continued its strong business momentum. During 2024, the company — one of the largest construction firms in […]

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    Anthropic Unveils Claude 3.7 Sonnet: A New Era for AI in the Middle East

    Anthropic’s latest AI model, Claude 3.7 Sonnet, promises to revolutionize industries across the Middle East with its advanced capabilities and potential applications in key sectors such as oil and gas, finance, and healthcare.

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    Gemini for Google Workspace now supports Arabic

    Dubai, UAE – February 21, 2025 – Google Workspace is expanding language support to additional languages including Arabic, to help even more organizations work better. This expansion makes Gemini for Workspace increasingly accessible to over 1 billion people whose first language is now supported. For over 20 years, Google Workspace has been more than just a suite […]

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    Saudi Arabia Shows High Levels of Container and GenAI Adoption

    Nutanix study reveals that GenAI is changing organizations’ priorities, with security and privacy being a primary concern RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, 17 February, 2025 – Nutanix (NASDAQ: NTNX), a leader in hybrid multicloud computing, today announced the findings of its seventh annual Enterprise Cloud Index (ECI) survey and research report, which measures global enterprise progress with cloud adoption. This year’s report sheds […]

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    Nokia upgrades Orange Jordan’s broadband network gateway to enhance connectivity across the Kingdom #MWC25

    17 February 2025 Amman, Jordan – Nokia and Orange Jordan have announced the successful upgrade of Orange Jordan’s Broadband Network Gateway (BNG) with Nokia’s cutting-edge 7750 Service Router (SR) platforms. This strategic initiative marks a significant milestone in enhancing broadband services across Jordan, delivering superior connectivity and operational efficiency for the operator and its customers. The […]

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    Turkcell and ZTE conduct Europe’s first “Fiber Fingerprint” intelligent ODN trial in Türkiye 

    Istanbul, Türkiye, 17 February 2025   – ZTE Corporation (0763.HK / 000063.SZ), a leading global provider of integrated information and communication technology solutions, partnered with Türkiye’s leading telecommunications operator, Turkcell, to conduct the first “Fiber Fingerprint”  trial in Europe. The trial was deployed at Turkcell Kartal Plaza, leveraging ZTE’s Fiber Fingerprint line card, external optical multiplexer with an integrated optical switch, and […]

  • Why Daily Food Company Relies on Huawei Cloud for Scalable, Secure, and Localized Cloud Infrastructure

    Daily Food’s partnership with Huawei Cloud has driven significant advancements in digital transformation, enhancing operational efficiency and customer experience in Saudi Arabia through localized, scalable cloud solutions.

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    AI Revolutionizing Design: R/GA’s Vision of Personalization, Creativity, and the Future of Digital Engagement

    AI is reshaping design by enabling hyper-personalized experiences, but ethical and creative challenges remain. Nick Pringle of R/GA shares insights on innovation, privacy, and digital transformation at LEAP 2025 in Riyadh.

  • Huawei Cloud Enables Saudi Arabia’s Path to AI Leadership at LEAP 2025

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, February 9, 2025 — As artificial intelligence reshapes the global economy, Huawei Cloud today showcased how its Riyadh Region enables Saudi Arabia to chart its path to AI leadership while maintaining data sovereignty. At LEAP 2025, the company highlighted how its sophisticated infrastructure and AI capabilities empower the Kingdom to build locally relevant […]

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    WDS Continues Strategic Partnership with SAMI for 2026 as National Strategic Partner

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 26 January, 2025 — World Defense Show (WDS) proudly announces continuation of its strategic partnership with Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI) for the show’s third edition, to be held 8-12 February 2026 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. SAMI has been a key partner since the inception of WDS, and this continued collaboration plays […]

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    Tonight the London Cycling Team will Embark on an Epic 550 Km Desert Ride to Save Children with Heart Defects

    The H&K Cycle Club from East London will start the awe-inspiring 550-kilometre journey from Mecca to Medina tonight to raise vital funds for children suffering from Congenital Heart Defects in Africa. This fourth annual challenge sees the team aiming to raise an unprecedented £500,000, building on the £350,000 they have already secured through past rides. […]

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    Volkswagen Launches the All-New Tiguan in Saudi Arabia

    Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – Volkswagen proudly announces the launch of the all-new Tiguan in the Kingdom with the arrival of the third generation of this iconic SUV. Over 7.6 million Tiguan vehicles have been sold worldwide since its debut in 2007, making it one of Volkswagen’s best-selling models. The all-new Tiguan will be available in showrooms […]

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    PIF and Elm sign agreement for Elm to acquire Thiqah

    PIF and Elm, a leading digital solutions company, today signed a share sale and purchase agreement for Elm to acquire Thiqah Business Services Company – a firm specializing in smart technology solutions for business services – in a deal valued at $907 million (SAR 3.4 billion). Completion is expected once regulatory approvals are obtained and […]

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    CFMOTO Opens Its Second Showroom in Saudi Arabia in Jeddah with an Ambitious Vision for Leadership

    On the evening of Thursday, January 16, 2025, the city of Jeddah witnessed a remarkable sports event with the grand opening of CFMOTO’s second showroom in Saudi Arabia. This milestone marks a new chapter in the journey of Al-Shaali Moto Trading, a company consistently striving for excellence and innovation in the world of motorcycles and […]

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    ITU and global organizations rally to democratize access to AI education to close the ‘AI skills gap’

    The UN Agency for Digital Technologies spearheads action to bridge global inequalities in AI skills Geneva, 20 January 2025 – Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft, the East Africa Community and Cognizant are among more than 25 organizations from around the globe that will serve as founding contributors to the AI Skills Coalition, an initiative of the International […]