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.
SAS places No. 2 on the Chartis RiskTech100 2025
SAS’ second-place finish in the world’s most prestigious risk technology rankings is complemented by six solution category awards SAS has again earned distinction as No. 2 on the Chartis RiskTech100® 2025. This marks the second consecutive year that the data and AI leader has placed second overall on the list, widely considered the preeminent annual ranking of […]
Huawei Launches 5G-AA Solutions for the Mobile AI Era
[Istanbul, Türkiye, November 4, 2024] At the Global Mobile Broadband Forum 2024 (MBBF 2024), Cao Ming, Vice President of Huawei and President of Huawei’s Wireless Solution, launched 5G-AA solutions. Cao said: “Mobile AI is changing our lives. The arising new connections and services pose increasingly higher requirements on networks. Huawei’s 5G-AA 10 solutions build multidimensional ultimate network […]
Huawei Proposes ‘FOUR NEW’ Strategy and AI-centric F5.5G All-Optical Network to Boost Carriers’ Business Success
[Istanbul, Türkiye, November 5, 2024] At the 10th Ultra-Broadband Forum (UBBF 2024), James Chen, President of Huawei’s Carrier Business, delivered a speech entitled “Network+AI, Unleashing More Business Value.” Chen said, “To explore the potential of AI, the ‘FOUR NEW’ strategy — new hub, new services, new experience, and new operation is crucial. It helps carriers […]
Poor network service is the UK’s biggest gripe with mobile phone companies
The Guardian says, “The UK’s 5G connection really is crap” A story by Chris Stokel-Walker, recently published in the Guardian, asserts that “poor network service is the UK’s biggest gripe with mobile phone companies.” The author criticized the UK 5G telecom network based on his experiences; “The 5G mobile internet I had tethered to my laptop kept […]
Huawei’s David Wang: UBB Advanced Paves the Way to All Intelligence
[Istanbul, Türkiye, November 01, 2024] At the 10th Ultra-Broadband Forum (UBBF 2024), David Wang, Huawei’s Executive Director of the Board and Chairman of the ICT Infrastructure Managing Board, delivered a keynote speech titled “UBB Advanced Paves the Way to All Intelligence”. When opening the event, he shared his latest insights into the AI industry and […]
Telcos & Ecosystem Partners to Power Regional Socio-Economic Growth through 5G-A Fixed Wireless Access; Future Collaboration Roadmap Set during Istanbul Industry Meeting
Istanbul, Turkey – November 01, 2024 – ICT Industry leaders and experts convened for the global Mobile Broadband Forum (MBBF) in Istanbul for the third ELITE FWA Club roundtable, to discuss the future of Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) and, in particular, 5G-Advanced FWA; its transformative impact in the development of regional digital economies, and its significance […]
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Huawei’s Yang Chaobin: 5.5G Unleashes the Potential of Mobile AI
[Istanbul, Türkiye, November 01, 2024] Yang Chaobin, Huawei’s Board Member and President of ICT Products and Solutions, delivered a keynote speech today at the Global MBB Forum 2024, saying, “The upcoming mobile AI era will create huge opportunities for the mobile industry and profoundly shape the decade to come. Evolving 5.5G technology will be the […]
Global MBBF 2024: Accelerating 5.5G and AI Convergence to Lead the Mobile AI Era
[Istanbul, Türkiye, October 30, 2024] The Global Mobile Broadband Forum 2024 (MBBF 2024) has kicked off in Istanbul, Türkiye, with the theme “5.5G Leads Mobile AI Era”. More than 1,000 guests from mobile network carriers, ecosystem players, and leaders from vertical industries have gathered to discuss various topics, from business model innovation to industry development and […]
NEOM Board of Directors showcases progress with opening of Sindalah, a new luxury travel destination in the Red Sea
NEOM, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, October 27, 2024 – Sindalah, the luxury island destination and first physical showcase of NEOM, has been unveiled by the NEOM Board of Directors. First announced by His Royal Highness Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Chairman of the NEOM Board of Directors in December 2022, Sindalah’s opening marks an exciting […]
University of Dubai Achieves Global Net-Zero Campus Milestone: Second Worldwide to Reach Carbon Neutrality
“Dr. Eesa Bastaki, President of University of Dubai, reveals the institution’s groundbreaking achievement as the world’s second net-zero energy campus, showcasing UAE’s leadership in sustainable education infrastructure at GITEX Global 2024.”
stc Group Celebrates Success with Agreements at the Global Health Exhibition 2024
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 24 October 2024 – stc Group, Saudi Arabia’s leading digital enabler, successfully showcased its cutting-edge digital health solutions at the Global Health Exhibition (GHE) this week, forging several notable partnerships poised to advance and strengthen the kingdom’s healthcare sector significantly. The exhibition, now in its seventh year, took place at the Riyadh Exhibition and […]
Axis Communications Launches New Experience Center in Riyadh: Advancing Security Innovation in Saudi Arabia
Axis Communications opens new office and Experience Center in Riyadh, showcasing tailored security solutions for Saudi Arabia’s critical industries and smart city initiatives.
PTCL wins SAMENA LEAD Best Business Strategy & Expansion Award
Dubai, October 21, 2024: The Pakistan Telecommunication Company Ltd. (PTCL) snared the prestigious Best Business Strategy & Expansion Award at the second edition of the South Asia – Middle East – North Africa Leadership and Excellence Awards in Digital-development (SA-ME-NA LEAD). The SAMENA Council LEAD Awards celebrate digital development and ICT innovation excellence across South […]
GITEX GLOBAL concludes, reinforcing its status as the world’s largest and most dominant technology event
Dubai, UAE, 19 October 2024: GITEX GLOBAL 2024 concluded on Friday, underscoring AI’s pivotal role as a transformative tool that will continue to reshape industries and drive business and economic growth globally. For the final time this week, 6,500 exhibitors, 1,800 startups, and 1,200 investors, along with governments from more than 180 countries—marking the highest-ever international […]
stc Group Named Best Middle Eastern Connectivity Provider at Capacity Europe 2024
London, 19 October 2024 – stc Group has concluded its participation as a Digital Enabler at Capacity Europe 2024, held in London from October 15-17. The Group’s involvement emphasized its commitment to pioneering global connectivity and in telecommunications innovation. During the event, stc Group was recognized with two prestigious Global Carrier Awards: Best Sales Team Globally and Best Middle […]
Huawei, SAMENA and Telecom Operators Unite to “Stride Towards Techco1.0 Era” at B2B Innovation Summit
Dubai, UAE – October 17, 2024 – At the Huawei B2B Innovation Summit, Huawei, in collaboration with key industry partners, including the SAMENA Telecommunications Council and leading operators, announced the launch of the groundbreaking “Stride Towards Techco1.0 Era” initiative. This milestone marks a pivotal moment in the telecommunications industry, highlighting the evolution of operators from […]
Middle East Spare Parts Warehouse Launches: Delivering Fast Response and Efficient Support
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, October 17, 2024 Chery has officially opened its parts warehouse in the Middle East, offering more convenient and efficient after-sales support to consumers in the region and surrounding areas. This new facility underscores Chery’s confidence in the growth potential of the Middle Eastern automotive market and signifies a commitment to improving parts supply […]
SAMENA Council’s Leadership & Excellence Awards in Digital Development Concluded with 34 Recognitions Given across 4 Regions
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 17 October 2024 – SAMENA Telecommunications Council successfully held its second edition of the SAMENA Leadership and Excellence Awards in Digital Development (“SAMENA LEADs”) on October 15that, the One&Only Royal Mirage, Dubai, UAE. SAMENA LEADs recognized telecom operators and regulators across South Asia, the Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia […]
Huawei, SAMENA and Telecom Operators Unite to “Stride Towards Techco1.0 Era” at B2B Innovation Summit
Dubai, UAE – October 17, 2024 – At the Huawei B2B Innovation Summit, Huawei, in collaboration with key industry partners, including the SAMENA Telecommunications Council and leading operators, announced the launch of the groundbreaking “Stride Towards Techco1.0 Era” initiative. This milestone marks a pivotal moment in the telecommunications industry, highlighting the evolution of operators from […]
UAE Leads Global Telecommunications: A Vision of Digital Excellence
This article highlights the UAE’s global telecommunications and digital infrastructure leadership, showcasing recent achievements and future plans as presented by the TDRA Director General at a SAMENA Council event.
Middle East Embraces 10Giga Digital Infrastructure: A Leap Towards 5G Advanced Technology
This article explores the Middle East’s push towards 10Giga digital infrastructure and 5G Advanced technology, highlighting critical discussions from a SAMENA Council seminar on accelerating regional fixed network development.
e& UAE and UiPath Launch RPA as a Managed Service to Accelerate Digital Transformation in the UAE
Dubai, 16 October 2024: e& UAE, the telecommunications arm of e&, has deepened its strategic partnership with UiPath [NYSE: PATH], a leading enterprise automation and AI company. Through this partnership, e& UAE becomes the first UiPath partner in the region to offer Robotic Process Automation (RPA) combined with AI as a managed service, hosted on e& […]