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.
iOS 17 makes iPhone more personal and intuitive
The release introduces major updates to communications apps, easier sharing with AirDrop, more intelligent text input, and new experiences with Journal and StandBy CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA Apple today announced iOS 17, a major release that upgrades the communications experience across Phone, FaceTime, and Messages; makes sharing even easier with AirDrop; and provides more intelligent input that improves […]
Huawei Network Summit at the Huawei Middle East & Central Asia Tech Carnival 2023:
Huawei Demonstrates Nonstop Innovations in Seven Major Scenarios and Launches Six Groundbreaking Innovations [Almaty, Kazakhstan, June 5, 2023] During the Huawei Middle East & Central Asia Tech Carnival 2023, Huawei successfully held the Huawei Network Summit (HNS), attracting over 480 customers and partners from Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and many other countries. […]
The Ultimate 2023 Smartphone Showdown: HUAWEI P60 Pro vs iPhone 14 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
In the ever-evolving world of smartphones, the battle for supremacy is a never-ending spectacle. With every new flagship release, we see them bringing new and improved features to one-up the competition. And this time around, we’ve got three contenders vying for the top spot: the HUAWEI P60 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max, and Samsung Galaxy […]
UAE’s Falcon 40B, World’s Top-Ranked AI Model from Technology Innovation Institute is Now Royalty-free
Abu Dhabi- United Arab Emirates: 31 May, 2023 – The Technology Innovation Institute’s (TII) Falcon 40B, the UAE’s leading large-scale open-source AI model, is now free of royalties for commercial and research use, in response to global demand for inclusive access to AI. Ranked #1 globally on Hugging Face’s leaderboard for large language models (LLMs), Falcon 40B outperforms competitors like Meta’s LLaMA […]
Checkout.com highlights importance of payment and revenue optimization in digital transformation report
Dubai, UAE, 30 May 2023 — In the MENA region’s rapidly evolving digital economy, a large opportunity still remains for merchants to improve their bottom line through digital payments, according to a report released by Checkout.com. The ‘Seizing the Digital Opportunity in MENA 2023’ report—part of Checkout.com’s annual MENA Report series—acknowledges how the region’s digital economy has […]
- Ad
Arabsat Shapes Future of Connectivity with Launch of Badr-8 Satellite in Partnership with Airbus and SpaceX
The 7th generation satellite successfully lifted off from launch complex 40 at Cape Canaveral air force stationon 26th May 2023 Florida, USA, May 29, 2023: Arabsat, a world leader in broadcasting and telecommunication satellites, has launched its latest state-of-the-art satellite, Arabsat Badr-8, aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 from, Florida, USA. The satellite will join the Badr network at Arabsat’s […]
Ericsson retains top ranking in Frost Radar™ Global 5G Network Infrastructure Market 2023 Report
Ericsson has been ranked as the leader in the Frost Radar™ 5G Network Infrastructure Market 2023 report for the third consecutive year, showing that the company’s enhanced efforts to invest in technology leadership for customers’ benefit continue to pay off. Apart from retaining its top ranking, Ericsson has also gained important recognition for developing energy-efficient 5G […]
HONOR Launches HONOR Magic5 Pro and HONOR Magic Vs at an Exceptional Event in KSA
The all-new devices come with revolutionary cameras, breakthroughs in display, and iconic designs [Riyadh, KSA – 25 May 2023] Global technology brand HONOR officially revealed its brand-new line-up of premium products, HONOR Magic5 Pro and HONOR Magic Vs in a glamorous event held in Dubai. As the latest all-round flagship under HONOR’s premium Magic Series line-up, HONOR Magic5 Pro […]
Opensignal: Saudi mobile phone users spend 20% of their time on 5G network
This is Opensignal’s third consecutive report, which examined the mobile network experience of Mobily, stc, and Zain. Jeddah: In Opensignal’s latest Mobile Network Experience report, Saudi Telecom Company (stc) dominated as the clear winner for overall experience, 5G experience, and consistency —winning all 12 awards across various categories — as well as jointly securing all three coverage […]
center3, owned by stc group and Alcatel Submarine Networks to connect Saudi Arabia with Europe by building the EMC West subsea and terrestrial data cables
Riyadh, 23 May 2023: center3, owned by stc group, on behalf of the consortium partners of EMC Subsea Cable Company Ltd (EMC Company) and Alcatel Submarine Networks (ASN), the leader in the manufacturing and installation of submarine optical systems, announced the signing of the Supplier’s Contract for the construction of two subsea and terrestrial data […]
HONOR is Taking on the Foldable Smartphone Market with the Release of its Flagship Device, the HONOR Magic Vs
The all-rounder foldable designed to be the perfect companion for entrepreneurs as well as those who put mobile entertainment above all else [Riyadh – KSA – 23 May 2023] Earlier this month, HONOR announced the upcoming launch of its highly anticipated flagship foldable, the HONOR Magic Vs. This cutting-edge device represents HONOR’s latest exploration into the development of foldable […]
Hands-on with HUAWEI P60 Pro: Everything you need to know
A flagship that delivers on all fronts, from design and camera to display and performance Riyadh, May 21st, 2023: Huawei is no stranger to making premium smartphones that rival the best in the market. The HUAWEI P60 Pro is the latest example, a flagship phone boasting a stunning design, powerful Ultra Lighting XMAGE Camera, the ultimate durability of […]
stc group raised its 4G & 5G network capacity by more than 350% during the Arab Summit Conference
60 cyber security standards to protect data and infrastructure during the Jeddah Summit Jeddah, 21 May: stc group, the engine of digital transformation in the region, continues to play its leading national role in supporting digital empowerment of the major national events in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. With the Arab Summit large scale, stc has focused […]
Revolutionizing Digital Commerce: Dubai Gears Up for Seamless Middle East 2023 Amid Booming MENA E-commerce Market
Payments and e-commerce in the MENA region is booming, the market size is expected to reach US$57 billion in 2026. At the heart of this region is Dubai, this city is at the forefront of the MENA market and is the crucial gateway for companies to get involved in this astronomically fast-growing sector. Seamless Middle […]
Cybersecurity thought leaders across Middle East and Central Asia gather at high-level media roundtable hosted in parallel with GSMA M360 EURASIA 2023 conference in Baku, Azerbaijan
Huawei joins other regional and global stakeholders to discuss latest cybersecurity trends and threats, expand future opportunities and deepen multi-stakeholder engagement Baku, Azerbaijan, May 18, 2023, Huawei Middle East and Central Asia joined a high-level media roundtable on day two of the GSMA M360 EURASIA 2023 conference in Baku, Azerbaijan, to discuss the latest telecom cybersecurity trends, […]
Huawei and SAMENA Hosted the 5.5G Leaders’ Summit
Dubai, UAE, May 16, 2022: Huawei Middle East & Central Asia and SAMENA Telecommunications Council jointly hosted the 5.5G Leaders’ Summit at Atlantis the Palm, Dubai, UAE, with a theme “10Gbps, Striding towards the 5.5G Era”. The 5.5G Leaders’ Summit brought together ICT leaders, regulators, industry organizations, including GSMA and WBBA, vendors, enterprises, analysts, chipsets, application […]
World’s Lightest and Slimmest Big-Screen Foldable Smartphone HUAWEI Mate X3 Launches in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Available now for pre-order! Reimagining foldable smartphones with an extremely lightweight design, durable built, and next-level camera Riyadh, 17 May 2023: Huawei Tech Investment Saudi Arabia announced the launch of the HUAWEI Mate X3 in the local market. It is the world’s first ultra-light, ultra-thin, quad-curve, and large-screen foldable smartphone[1], setting a new standard for how […]
HONOR Announces the Upcoming Launch of The Highly Anticipated HONOR Magic5 Pro and HONOR Magic Vs
Boasting significant breakthroughs in smartphone camera, display and design, the all-new HONOR Magic Series delivers the best-in-class flagship experience [Riyadh, KSA, 16 May 2023] Today, HONOR, the leading global technology brand, has announced the upcoming launch of its highly anticipated HONOR Magic Series, featuring two exceptional flagship smartphones – the HONOR Magic5 Pro and the HONOR Magic […]
HONOR Magic Vs, the Real Game Changer in the Foldable Market
Boasting Industry’s First Super-Light Gearless Hinge Technology [Riyadh, KSA – 14 May 2023] Foldable smartphones are a game-changing innovation in the mobile industry, offering users incredible versatility and transforming the way users use their devices. HONOR, a leading smartphone manufacturer, has recognized the growing demand for foldable smartphones and has unveiled its latest addition to the foldable […]
Sounding the Bell for a sustainable future in aviation
Bell is known as a long-standing expert in the field of aviation, a pioneer responsible for many world firsts over its 87-year history, and at the forefront of its field as a provider of technology. A designer and architect of superior solutions for vertical lift in the commercial and military sectors, with customers across six […]
stc Group achieved the highest quarterly revenues in its history, as revenues for Q1, 2023 compared to the comparable quarter of last year increased by 7.45% , and it distributes SAR 0.40 per share dividends for the 1st quarter of 2023.
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 10 May 2023- stc today announced the company’s preliminary financial results for the period ending at 31 March 2023: In accordance with the dividends distribution policy for three years period starting from the 4th quarter of 2021, which was ratified during the Ordinary General Assembly Meeting on 30-11-2021. In addition to the […]
stc, in collaboration with Huawei, deploys agile and automated infrastructure to simplify and expedite the network cloudification journey
stc Group, the digital enabler in the region, announced the collaboration strategy today, which includes a partnership with Huawei to build the industry’s best cloud infrastructure and deliver the highest service experience to its end users. This cooperation with Huawei is part of the evolution of Intelligent Telecom Network O&M and the agilenetwork architecture. The first CDCT (Continuous Delivery Continuous Testing) Validation under Telco cloud Partnership program in KSA was completed via […]