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.
Huawei Unveils its Intelligent Distribution Solution at 26th World Energy Congress
[Middle East, April 30, 2024] Huawei presented its innovative Intelligent Distribution Solution (IDS) at the 26th World Energy Congress in Rotterdam. Developed in collaboration with ecosystem partners, the IDS aims to tackle the electric power industry’s most pressing challenges, including high line loss, unreliable service, and the burden of managing new energy loads. To address […]
Saudi Space Agency to Launch the Centre for Space Futures with the World Economic Forum
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 29 April – The World Economic Forum has signed an agreement with the Saudi Space Agency to establish a Center focused on space. The Centre for Space Futures, set to open in autumn 2024 will be hosted by the Saudi Space Agency with the aim of facilitating public-private discussions on space collaboration, […]
Special Meeting 2024 – Revitalizing Growth, Development and Collaboration Amid Global Fractures
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 29 April 2024 – Amid rising geopolitical tensions and a deepening North-South divide, the World Economic Forum brought together 1,000 global leaders and experts from government, business, international organizations and civil society to chart a collective course towards a more stable, sustainable and inclusive future. The Special Meeting on Global Collaboration, Growth and […]
Major Expansion of Dubai World Central: Shaping the Future of Air Travel
Discover Dubai’s next step in aviation dominance with the AED128 billion expansion of Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC), set to transform travel experiences and reinforce Dubai as a top global aviation hub.
World Economic Forum Convenes Special Meeting on Global Collaboration, Growth and Energy for Development
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 27 April 2024 – With geopolitical upheavals and complex economic challenges destabilizing a fractured world, the World Economic Forum Special Meeting on Global Collaboration, Growth and Energy for Development will convene 1,000 global leaders from 92 countries on 28-29 April, to support global dialogue and find actionable, collaborative and sustainable solutions to shared […]
Huawei Analyst Summit Discusses Opportunities to Leverage AI Capabilities for Business Development
[Shenzhen, China, April 26, 2024] The 21st Huawei Analyst Summit (HAS), held in Shenzhen and attended by over 500 analysts, researchers, and experts from around the world, recently concluded. The summit issued a set of recommendations for harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the future of business and services across specialized sectors and industries. This […]
AdRiyadh is Gearing Up for a Key World Economic Forum Gathering
RIYADH: The Saudi capital is buzzing with final preparations ahead of a crucial World Economic Forum gathering scheduled for April 28 and 29. The event will bring together heads of state alongside leading figures from both the public and private sectors. The conference aims to address pressing global economic, environmental, and humanitarian challenges. Participants will […]
Huawei Unveils its Intelligent Distribution Solution at 26th World Energy Congress
[Rotterdam, Netherlands, April 22, 2024] Huawei is presenting its innovative Intelligent Distribution Solution (IDS) at the 26th World Energy Congress in Rotterdam. Developed in collaboration with ecosystem partners, the IDS aims to tackle the electric power industry’s most pressing challenges, including high line loss, unreliable service, and the burden of managing new energy loads. To […]
Nine Solutions for Cities to Cut Carbon Emissions in Construction
New York, USA, 22 April 2024 – A report released today by the World Economic Forum’s Centre for Urban Transformation features best practices developed by pioneer cities that are reducing carbon emissions from urban development projects. As cities grow in population and importance, urban construction will continue to gather pace. It is estimated that the global floor area […]
Deloitte launches Kiyadat to advance GCC national talent into leadership roles
Middle East, 18 April 2024 – Deloitte Middle East announced the launch of Kiyadat, a center of excellence designed to empower national talent across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. In Arabic, “Kiyadat” translates to “Leaders”, symbolizing the commitment to fostering national talent and paving their way towards leadership roles. Mutasem Dajani, CEO of Deloitte […]
AMD Expands Commercial AI PC Portfolio to Deliver Leadership Performance Across Professional Mobile and Desktop Systems
— AMD Ryzen™ PRO 8040 Series and AMD Ryzen™ PRO 8000 Series provides businesses with the world’s fastest and most advanced x86 processors[i][ii] for AI PCs — SANTA CLARA, Calif. — April 16, 2024 — Today, AMD (NASDAQ: AMD) announced new products that will expand its commercial mobile and desktop AI PC portfolio, delivering exceptional productivity and premium AI and […]
Beyond Oil: Saudi Aramco and Groq to Build Global AI “Nerve Center”
Saudi Aramco Digital and Groq are building the world’s largest AI inference data center in Dammam. Backed by a $1.5 billion commitment, the project leverages Groq’s LPU technology to power sovereign AI models like Allam and drive Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 digital transformation.
Telcos globally innovating to win business in crucial SMB market, says GlobalData
Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are at the forefront of telcos’ global enterprise market focus as they pivot towards this lucrative market segment amidst intensifying competition and evolving economic landscapes. Recognizing SMBs as engines of economic growth, telcos are innovating their service offerings and forging strategic partnerships to capture a larger share of this dynamic […]
STC Bank launches in Beta supported by SAMA
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 4 April 2024: Today stc pay was given formal approval from the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) to move to the next phase of its transformation journey into STC Bank. This beta launch is limited to preselected customers and is a preparation for a full public launch later in the year. This step […]
5G beacon of hope in stagnated Hong Kong mobile services market, says GlobalData
The mobile services market in Hong Kong faces stagnation, with limited overall revenue growth projected despite the anticipated surge in 5G service adoption. While 5G represents a positive trend, the industry is expected to witness only marginal expansion, from $2.7 billion in 2023 to $2.9 billion in 2028, forecasts GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. […]
CASHIN KSA and Fils Join Forces to Accelerate Sustainability in Payment Solutions across Saudi Arabia
Dubai, UAE / Riyadh, KSA / London, UK | March 21st, 2024: CASHIN KSA, a prominent POS and digital payments fintech in the region in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and Fils, a pioneering force in climate-positive transactions, empowering businesses of all sizes to embed climate positivity into transactions using their APIs, have forged a transformative partnership aimed at […]
NVIDIA Digital Human Technologies Bring AI Characters to Life
Leading AI Developers Use Suite of NVIDIA Technologies to Create Lifelike Avatars and Dynamic Characters for Everything From Games to Healthcare, Financial Services and Retail Applications Dubai, United Arab Emirates, March 20, 2024 – NVIDIA announced today that leading AI application developers across a wide range of industries are using NVIDIA digital human technologies to create […]
Saudi Arabia MISA, CST, and Huawei Cloud Jointly Hold an Automotive Forum, Helping Chinese OEMs Take Root in Saudi Arabia
A Global Leap Towards Intelligent Connectivity: New Opportunities for Automotive Globalization in Saudi Arabia 7 Mar, during LEAP Summit 2024 in Saudi Arabia, Huawei Cloud, the Ministry of Investment of Saudi Arabia (MISA), and the Communications, Space & Technology Commission of Saudi Arabia (CST) jointly hosted the Huawei Cloud Automotive Forum. Representatives from Saudi Arabian […]
SAMI-AEC Celebrates Significant Achievement at LEAP 2024 with Key Partnerships and Cutting-Edge Technological Showcases
The company signed multiple deals with Aramco, ParagonID, Asas, Hail Region Development Authority, RealTyme, Honeywell, Asset, Kidana, and Cyberani Solutions Riyadh, 14 March 2024: In a significant stride towards reinforcing its status as a beacon of technological innovation, SAMI-AEC concluded its successful participation at LEAP 2024, one of the largest global technology events. Hosted in the […]
Visa joins Dubai FinTech Summit as Founding Partner & Co-Host
Dubai, 13 March 2024: Visa, a global leader in digital payments, has joined the Dubai FinTech Summit (DFS), organised by Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global Financial Centre in the MEASA region, – as a Founding Partner & Co-Host underscoring its dedication to support innovative and future thinking businesses on a global scale. Visa has cemented its partnership with DFS through a strategic […]
Vertiv Launches Free Online Tool to Streamline Data Centre Planning and Design
Vertiv™ Modular Designer Lite is a web-based application for configuring Vertiv™ SmartMod™ and Vertiv™ SmartMod™ Max prefabricated modular data centres. Dubai, UAE [March 13, 2024] – Vertiv, a global provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions, today unveiled a new tool designed to transform and simplify the configuration of prefabricated modular (PFM) data centres. Available now […]
aiXplain Expands its Frontier into the Middle East, Accelerating AI Accessibility and Innovation
At Leap 2024, aiXplain announced its expansion, marking a pivotal step towards unleashing the full potential of AI in the Middle East Riyadh, KSA 12.03.2024 — aiXplain, the world leader in empowering developers and business users with Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies, announced its strategic entry into the Middle East during the Leap 2024 technology conference. aiXplain’s […]