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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    MARSS Unveils Enhanced Interceptor Drone Capabilities at World Defense Show 2024

    In an exclusive interview at the World Defense Show 2024, Johannes Pinl, founder and president of the global technology firm MARSS, unveiled significant upgrades to their Interceptor product. The revamped drone is set to redefine aerial defense mechanisms against emerging drone threats. The Interceptor drone, developed by MARSS, has undergone extensive enhancements, cementing its status […]

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    From manufacturing to operations, how Bell’s sustainment strategy has empowered long-term dependability and increased capabilities.  

    What does it mean to be a trusted manufacturer; to develop products that customer depend on day after day; to think beyond the needs of today, and design machines built to incorporate the capabilities of tomorrow?  Bell has long been established as a dependable manufacturer providing proven and dependable aircraft around the globe. State-of-the-art modernization […]

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    MARSS wins multiple yacht contract awards in early 2024, valued at over $4million 

    In the wake of a successful 2023, marked by the completion of numerous major contracts, MARSS is happy to share a further contract win for the delivery of its comprehensive CUAS and surface surveillance system, NiDAR, to two prestigious yachts – a primary vessel and its support ship.  MARSS’ NiDAR system protects assets and people, […]

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    AMD Launches Embedded+ Architecture, Merging Embedded Processors with Adaptive SoCs to Expedite Edge AI Application Development

    Today, AMD (NASDAQ: AMD) unveiled the introduction of its AMD Embedded+ architecture. This innovative solution integrates AMD Ryzen™ Embedded processors with Versal™ adaptive SoCs on a unified board. This approach offers scalable and energy-efficient solutions that hasten the development process for Original Design Manufacturer (ODM) partners. AMD-validated, the Embedded+ integrated computing platform streamlines the path […]

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    MARSS Group’s NiDAR Technology to Elevate Combat Ship Defense in $20M Contract

    MARSS Group secures a groundbreaking $20M contract to deploy its NiDAR defense systems on combat ships, marking a significant advancement in maritime security technology.

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    stc Group to showcase digital leadership and solutions at Capacity Middle East 2024​

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 5th February 2024: stc Group, an engine of digital transformation, has confirmed its ‘Digital Enabler’ sponsorship and participation at Capacity Middle East 2024, the region’s leading meeting for the digital infrastructure industry.  The event will connect 2,600+ key ICT players from the Middle East and beyond, representing carrier, cloud, peering, hyperscale, content, finance, edge, software, equipment, […]

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    SingleView awarded as “The Most Innovative Open Banking Solution Provider in Saudi Arabia” in 2023

    SingleView, the pioneering fintech company based in Saudi Arabia, was honored as “The Most Innovative Open Banking Solution Provider in Saudi Arabia” at the 11th International Finance Ceremony held last Thursday in Dubai, UAE. This prestigious award acknowledges SingleView’s distinctive efforts in delivering Financial Technology solutions across various sectors, with a primary focus on Open […]

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    stc Group to showcase advanced defense solutions and foster innovation at World Defense Show 2024

    Riyadh, 3 February 2024, stc Group, the engine of digital transformation, is participating as a sponsor at the World Defense Show 2024, taking place from February 4 to 8, 2024 in Riyadh. Under the theme ‘Equipped for Tomorrow,’ the second edition of the World Defense Show will showcase the future of defense through innovation and emerging technologies […]

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    AMD Unveils Ryzen 8000G Series Desktop Processors: A New Era of AI-Enhanced Gaming Performance

    Today marks a pivotal moment in desktop computing as AMD introduces the Ryzen 8000G Series Desktop processors, heralded as the world’s first desktop processors equipped with a dedicated AI engine. This groundbreaking innovation sets a new gaming and processing value benchmark, showcasing superior performance that eclipses its competitors. The Ryzen 8000G Series stands out with […]

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    HRH Crown Prince launches ‘Alat’ to Make Saudi Arabia a Global Center for Electronics and Advanced Industrials

    Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, February 1st, 2024 — His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, Crown Prince, Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Public Investment Fund (PIF), announced today the launch of “Alat”, a PIF Company, which will create a global sustainable technology manufacturing hub in Saudi […]

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    Eni’s Revolutionary HPC6: Ushering in a New Era of Supercomputing and Energy Transition

    Explore Eni’s groundbreaking HPC6 supercomputer, a major advancement in industrial computing, set to revolutionize high-performance computing and facilitate Eni’s transition to future energy sources with its unprecedented computational power and commitment to sustainability.

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    PAYMOB AND MASTERCARD PARTNER TO ACCELERATE DIGITAL PAYMENT ACCEPTANCE IN MENA

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, January 24, 2024 – Paymob, the leading financial services enabler in the Middle East, North Africa and Pakistan (MENA-P), has announced a partnership with Mastercard to accelerate digital payment acceptance across the MENA region.  The strategic omnichannel partnership will leverage Paymob’s payments infrastructure and Mastercard’s payments technology to scale the adoption of low-cost solutions […]

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    European Technology ‘Made in Belgium’ Successfully Delivered at CES 2024 with strong Validation of High-End Solutions.

    BRUSSELS/LAS VEGAS, Jan 24, 2024 – Belgian Tech companies reaped a rich harvest at CES 2024, the world’s most powerful tech event in the world. The 13 companies hosted by the Wallonia Export & Investment Agency at the Belgium Pavilion packed a punch with new contracts, strong sales leads, investment partnerships, distributor agreements and global […]

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    DIRIYAH COMPANY PARTNERS WITH FORMULA E FOR 2024 DIRIYAH E-PRIX

    Diriyah. 22 January 2024. CBX, promoter of the 2024 Diriyah E-Prix, is delighted to announce Diriyah Company as a partner for the upcoming Formula E Diriyah E-Prix taking place on the 26th and 27th of January, Rounds 2 and 3 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. Thousands of fans are set to fill the […]

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    PIF creates a new Electric 360 partnership with Formula E, Extreme E, and E1 powerboat racing to support the growth of electric motorsports globally

    London, Monday, January 22, 2024 – The Public Investment Fund (PIF) today unveiled a multi-year partnership, Electric 360, with Formula E, Extreme E, and E1 to support the growth of electric motorsports and their role in advancing the future of electric mobility. The new partnership will draw together initiatives that underscore the power of electric motorsports […]

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    New Report Measures Quality of Growth for New Economic Era

    • A recently released World Economic Forum report calls for a new approach to economic growth that balances efficiency with long-term sustainability and equity, examining speed and quality together. • High-income economies score high on innovation and inclusion, while lower-income economies on sustainability. • A new Future of Growth initiative will help policy-makers and economists […]

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    Huawei Opens AI ICT Academy Lab at Hamad Bin Khalifa University

    Huawei HBKU AI ICT Academy Lab inauguration marks a milestone in collaborative educational endeavors Doha, Qatar, 15 January 2024: Huawei Technologies and Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) celebrated a significant milestone in their collaboration with the inauguration of the Huawei HBKU AI ICT Academy Lab. This state-of-the-art facility represents a fusion of innovation and education, […]

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    tiqmo signs agreement to exclusively launch Mastercard prepaid cards through its mobile application in Saudi Arabia.

    Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; January 15th, 2023 – tiqmo, a leading innovative fintech application licensed by the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA), has signed an exclusive issuing partnership agreement with Mastercard to issue prepaid cards in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.   Using Mastercard’s diverse range of solutions, including the technology company’s Cross-Border Payment services and tokenization, […]

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    Samsung’s ‘AI for All’ Vision Unveiled at CES 2024

    Samsung outlines strategy for using AI technology to make the connected device experience safer, more inclusive, and more energy-efficient  LAS VEGAS, Nevada – Jan. 9, 2024 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today shared its vision for how artificial intelligence (AI) technology will enable people to experience their devices more intuitively and conveniently than ever before. Presenting these […]

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    Careem’s 2023: A Year of Remarkable Achievements and Fascinating Trends

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 8 January 2024 – As a beacon of digital convenience in the Middle East, Careem has unveiled its intriguing customer trends and remarkable achievements for 2023. The company, renowned for its comprehensive multi-service app, has been instrumental in simplifying the daily lives of millions across the region, offering over 20 digital […]

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    New Global Cooperation Barometer: Cooperation Is Possible Even in Midst of Competition

    Geneva, Switzerland, 8 January 2024 – The World Economic Forum today launched the Global Cooperation Barometer to measure the state of global cooperation. The barometer indicates that global cooperation was resilient in multiple dimensions from 2012 until 2020 but overall cooperation declined by 2% from 2020 to 2022.   The Global Cooperation Barometer, developed in collaboration […]

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    e& enterprise partners with Fils to introduce groundbreaking carbon offset solutions

    Dubai / London | January 8th, 2024: e& enterprise today announced its strategic partnership with Fils, a groundbreaking fintech platform, establishing a new standard in the digital payments sector by promoting sustainability. This alliance signifies a milestone in e& enterprise’s continuous pledge to lead the digital transformation regionally and globally, infusing environmental consciousness into every digital transaction. Through […]