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.

Zain KSA and Ericsson sign Charging agreement at #MWC22
Zain KSA is extending its partnership with Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) to upgrade and modernize its Charging systems. The scope of the partnership includes upgrades across hardware, software, and services. Ericsson will modernize Zain KSA’s systems while upgrading Ericsson Charging, Ericsson Mediation, Ericsson Activation and Ericsson CSS (Communication Solution Server); Ericsson’s strategic platform for next-generation intelligent-network […]

Huawei and Middle East Carriers Meet to Discuss the Digital Wave and Techniques to Accelerate Operations Transformation #MWC22
Forum highlights the right path for operations transformation working with carriers and industry leaders in the Middle East region Middle East, March 2, 2022: Huawei hosted a high-profile Operations Transformation Forum for leading Middle East carriers on the sidelines of the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. The Forum aimed to create a platform for close […]

During MWC Barcelona Zain KSA Signs an MoU with Huawei to Enhance Digital Infrastructure #MWC22
Barcelona, 1 March, 2022: Zain KSA, a leading telecommunications and digital services provider in Saudi Arabia, signed an MoU with Huawei to enhance its digital infrastructure and strengthen its value proposition by providing its individual and business clients with the best digital experience and the most innovative services. The announcement was made on the sidelines […]

Zain KSA Launches 5G LAN During MWC Barcelona Becomes First Operator in MENA to Adopt the Technology #MWC22
After launching 5G Stand-Alone in the Kingdom, Zain KSA becomes first operator to provide 5G LAN technology in the region. 5G LAN provides businesses with an unmatched experience with high of reliability and security. Pioneering breakthrough technologies, Zain KSA has announced the launch of the 5G local area network (5G LAN), becoming the first operator […]

Huawei seeks to ‘Light up the Future’ at #MWC22
Rotating Chairman Guo Ping speaks on the company’s plan to continue its globalization strategy and increase its strategic investment into foundational technologies [March 1, 2022] At this year’s MWC Barcelona, Huawei is meeting with global operators, industry partners, and thought leaders for discussions on topics including 5G business success, green technology, IT growth, and the […]

Electric Vehicle Manufacturer Lucid Group Gearing Up for First International Plant in Saudi Arabia After Signing Agreements with Multiple Agencies
Lucid announces long-term plan to bring advanced automotive manufacturing to Saudi Arabia to address global demand. Lucid estimates that the location of Lucid’s first international manufacturing plant in Saudi Arabia may result in up to $3.4 billion of value to Lucid over 15 years. New international manufacturing plant targets 150,000 vehicles per year at the King Abdullah Economic City […]

Huawei’s BladeAAU Pro Drives New 5G Growth for du
[February 28, 2022] du, a leading mobile operator in the UAE, has successfully placed Huawei’s next-generation BladeAAU Pro into commercial use. The new BladeAAU Pro provides an innovative and simplified solution for du’s 5G commercial deployment by unlocking new possibilities of its 5G business development in innovative scenarios, spurring on du 5G business growth. Operators […]

Huawei’s Ryan Ding: GUIDE to a Better Digital Economy #MWC22
[February 28, 2022] At the Huawei Day 0 Forum held the day before Mobile World Congress 2022, Ryan Ding, Huawei’s Executive Director and President of the Carrier Business Group, said that operators can work on connection density, computing diversity, and carbon reduction intensity, and called on operators to join Huawei in its GUIDE business blueprint […]

Chinese Report on Suspected NSA Hack Shows Beijing Pushing Back
Chinese cybersecurity firm outlines research on hack from 2013 Beijing may be rethinking its tactics for dealing with U.S. For years, Washington has accused Beijing of instigating cyberattacks against the US. and its allies. Now, a Chinese cybersecurity firm says it has identified hacking within China by a group linked to the National Security Agency, […]

Ooredoo extends collaboration with Dell Technologies to fast-track digital offerings and deliver advanced services to enterprise customers
Ooredoo selects Dell Technologies’ infrastructure, storage and cyber recovery services New implementation to support Ooredoo’s 5G offerings, drive digital innovation and unlock new revenue streams Doha, Qatar – February 21, 2022 Dell Technologies (NYSE: DELL), today announced that it has expanded its collaboration with Ooredoo to support the development of the telco’s next-generation digital infrastructure. By […]

Ericsson 5G portfolio update puts energy efficiency center stage
Seven new RAN products and solutions led by the flagship dual-band Radio 4490, which consumes 25 percent less power compared to current product Easy-to-deploy portfolio additions also include compact active-passive antennas, high-capacity ultra-lightweight Massive MIMO radios, and software features for energy savings and enhanced 5G performance Powered by next-generation Ericsson Silicon, the additions will lead […]

Diversification and innovation in the face of global challenges
Despite the ongoing disruptions of the pandemic to our society, a post-COVID business landscape is now emerging. The enterprises that have successfully come out the other side of this pandemic are now more resilient and better hardened against future shocks. What unites many of these front runners is that they saw the pandemic as an […]

Huawei ranked among Top 10 Most Valuable Brands of 2022
Brand Finance has named Huawei among the top 10 most valuable brands for 2022 in its recently published Brand Finance Global 500 2022 report, jumping up six places from 2021 despite facing many unforeseen challenges. The Chinese tech giant has ranked the world’s 9th most valuable brand for 2022. Its brand value improvement defies the odds amidst the […]

TAWAL of stc Group fully acquires Awal Telecom in Pakistan
Riyadh, KSA, 9 February 2022: TAWAL, the leading Saudi ICT infrastructure company and one of stc Group subsidiaries, has announced its entry into the Pakistan’s market via a full acquisition of Awal Telecom. The move, which is TAWAL’s first foray outside Saudi Arabia, is an initial step in the company’s international expansion roadmap. TAWAL has agreed in […]

Twitter sheds light on platform safety with حملة_تويتر_للسلامة# on Safer Internet Day
07, February , 2022, Riyadh, KSA – In an ongoing effort to foster a safe environment on the platform, and on the occasion of Safer Internet Day, Twitter MENA launched حملة_تويتر_للسلامة# (#TwitterSafetyCampaign). An extension of Twitter’s 2019 MENA safety campaign, which focused on empowering people to identify and report spam. The initiative underscored Twitter’s safety tools and features that […]

Kingdom’s first integrated defense show to open its doors on March 6 under the patronage of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud #WDS2022
Saudi’s first-ever World Defense Show ready for launch Hundreds of global leaders to attend in the presence of international and local industry giants Event will unlock massive local industry opportunities for global firms Riyadh, 7th February 2022 – Saudi Arabia’s World Defense Show, the global defense and security event to be held in Riyadh under […]

Zain KSA signs agreement with Huawei to develop and expand its digital services infrastructure #LEAP22
Saudi Arabia, February 7, 2022: Zain KSA, a leading telecommunications provider in Saudi Arabia, signed an agreement with its global partner Huawei to expand and develop its cloud and digital services infrastructure. The announcement was made on the sidelines of the global future technologies event LEAP 2022. Zain KSA participated in line with its strategy to […]

100,000 Registered Attendees See #LEAP22 Leapfrog Into first Place in International Technology Events
Riyadh, February 05, 2022, SPA — The inaugural edition of LEAP has set new records for a debut technology event, attracting over 100,000 registered attendees from more than 80 countries. Over 700 exhibitors including the world’s leading technology companies and over 1,500 of the most innovative start-ups, along with more than 500 international speakers joined […]

PLAYHERA MENA unveiled in a multi-million-dollar deal with Zain #LEAP22
Zain and the fast-growing gaming startup PLAYHERA announced a joint-venture agreement to launch PLAYHERA MENA powered by Zain eSports. Zain, Zain eSports, and PLAYHERA plan to invest more than SR 375 million over the upcoming five years; the newly established JV will have Riyadh as its headquarters and go after MENA’s lucrative gaming market with an […]

Zain Cloud Launches 6 New Comprehensive Services Supporting Individuals and Business #LEAP22
Zain Saudi Arabia Elevates Its Participation at The Global Tech Event “LEAP” Following its achievement of receiving the highest rating from the Communications and Information Technology Commission (CITC), Zain Cloud is launching a range of new products and services to strengthen its leading position. Zain Cloud, the cloud computing service provided by Zain KSA, announced […]

Saudi Digital Academy and Huawei to cooperate in nurturing future digital talent through Huawei ICT Academy Program #LEAP22
Memorandum of understanding includes initiatives that span across the talent supply chain covering the entire process of learning, certification, and talent promotion Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, February 1st, 2022: The Saudi Digital Academy (SDA) has signed a memorandum of understanding with Huawei to cooperate in developing local talent within the technology domain, supporting the Kingdom’s digitization goals outlined […]

Huawei explores how countries in the Middle East region can take the lead in digitization at the inaugural #LEAP22 summit in Riyadh
Huawei experts shared digital transformation strategies throughout the three-day conference, including a keynote from Huawei rotating chairman Mr. Guo Ping As a strategic sponsor of LEAP, Huawei’s exhibition included end-to-end innovations from across all of its core business groups and emerging business units Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – February 3, 2022: During this week’s LEAP conference held […]
