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.

stc and Ericsson break speed and data capacity performance records #LEAP22
stc and Ericsson provide exceptional 5G coverage and performance in the 2021/2022 edition of a major festival in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia The 5G network has played a major role in boosting capacity and elevating user experience with peak theoretical throughput of 2.7Gbps Ericsson and stc sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at LEAP […]

In collaboration with the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, Ericsson launches KSA 5G Together Apart Hackathon to boost innovation in line with Saudi Vision 2030
The KSA 5G Together Apart hackathon comprises a competition and thought-leadership panels to inspire participants and wider Saudi society on the importance of innovation to achieve national goals The hackathon will focus on the three core pillars of Saudi Vision 2030; a Vibrant Society, a Thriving Economy and an Ambitious Nation In collaboration with the Ministry of […]

stc pay signs MoU with Hungerstation to enhance the digital transformation #LEAP22
Riyadh, February 2.2022: stc pay, the leading digital wallet in the Kingdom, signed a memorandum of understanding with Hungerstation, to enhance the digital transformation, in align with the Saudi Vision 2030, achieve the objectives of stc pay strategy, to promote its customers’ experience and expand the partnership scoop between stc pay and Hungerstation. This MoU […]

LEAP Launches SAUDI IGNITE PROGRAM, 36 Initiatives Worth SAR 4.2 Billion #LEAP22
Riyadh, February 02, 2022, SPA — The “LEAP”, global tech conference hosted by Riyadh, announced today the actual launch of the digital content program “SAUDI IGNITE PROGRAM” with an estimated budget of SAR4.2 billion. The program aims to regulate and activate the digital content markets in the Kingdom, via facilitating the participation of the private […]

stc partners with Ericsson for 5G Core and BSS transformation for 5G standalone
Ericsson to provide 5G Standalone Core on Ericsson cloud native infrastructure (CNIS) to support stc network transformation in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia stc has also selected Ericsson’s Policy and Charging System as part of its 5G standalone program to drive agility and innovation for enhancing customer experience As part of Ericsson (NASDAQ:ERIC) and stc’s ongoing partnership to transform […]

Innovation in services drives the growth of digital payments sector in the Kingdom, says stc pay CEO #LEAP22
Riyadh, 2 February 2022 – stc pay, one of the many fintech giants in KSA, participated during a panel discussion on Fintech and Innovation at the LEAP 2022 conference. The CEO Ahmed Elenzi, took the lead on the discussion. Ahmed highlighted some exciting and conversational insights during the panel discussion, tackling topics related to technology, fintech, […]

The Garage is a World-Class Innovation Hub to Support Technology Startups #LEAP22
Riyadh, February 01, 2022, SPA — The global technology event “LEAP”, which is hosted in Riyadh, has witnessed a historic moment today, the announcement to launch “The Garage” a world-class innovation hub to support emerging and disruptive technology based startups. During the event Dr. Munir Eldesouki, President of the King Abdulaziz City for Science and […]

stc pay to be Headline Sponsor for the 13th Compliance and Anti-Money Laundering Seminar 2022 #LEAP22
RIYADH, February 1st, 2022 – stc pay, the leading digital mobile wallet in Saudi Arabia, was the headline sponsor for the Compliance and Anti-Money Laundering Seminar (CAML) that took place in Riyadh on January 30. This step was made because stc pay understands the importance of CAML and implements money laundering regulations to increase the company’s awareness […]

Huawei’s rotating chairman Guo Ping announces plans to build a new cloud region in Saudi Arabia during #LEAP22
The executive confirms commitment to support digital transformation in Saudi Arabia and the wider Middle East region Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Feb.1, 2022: Speaking to attendees at LEAP 2022 technology innovation conference on Tuesday, Huawei’s rotating chairman Mr. Guo Ping said that Huawei would soon build a cloud region in Saudi Arabia. The hosting of the HUAWEI CLOUD region […]

Technology Has Changed the Worker-Firm Relationship
By Juerg Kronenberg, Partner, Bain & Company Middle East and Andrew Schwedel, Partner, Bain & Company New York The Covid-19 pandemic has profoundly shifted the way workers interact with their firms. While some workers are starting to return to the office, the new equilibrium is unclear. Most firms will adopt a hybrid model, but exactly […]

The Garage is a World-Class Innovation Hub to Support Technology Startups #LEAP22
Riyadh, February 01, 2022, SPA — The global technology event “LEAP”, which is hosted in Riyadh, has witnessed a historic moment today, the announcement to launch “The Garage” a world-class innovation hub to support emerging and disruptive technology based startups. During the event Dr. Munir Eldesouki, President of the King Abdulaziz City for Science and […]

RoboAds Announces the Launch of the Revolutionary RA-200 Mobile Advertising Robot at the Leap Expo #LEAP22
Smart technology meets digital signage –RoboAds is about to unveil the future of interactive mobile advertising. Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, (February 1, 2022) – RoboAds, the AI robotics startup that developed the world’s first advertising robot, is about to expose its latest and most advanced robot – the RA-200. The RA-200, is a most sophisticated signage […]

Checkout.com report shows how Saudi Arabia is turbo-charging its digital economy under Vision 2030 #LEAP22
45% of Saudi consumers surveyed believe the most important pillar to underpin Vision 2030 is further digitization of the economy and greater access to digital skills and education Nearly half of all Saudis planning to spend even more on eCommerce in the next 12 months, as they deploy more of their retail spending power through digital transactions […]

TAWAL showcases smart ICT solutions as Gold Sponsor at LEAP 2022
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 31st January 2022: TAWAL, the leading Saudi ICT Infrastructure Company, has announced its participation as a gold sponsor at LEAP 2022. The global platform for future technologies is being held at the Riyadh Front Expo Centre, Saudi Arabia, from February 1st – 3rd, 2022. From its booth no. 10 in Hall 3, as an exhibitor, TAWAL […]

Juniper Networks Showcases Technology Innovation at LEAP in Saudi Arabia
Juniper to discuss its complete client-to-cloud enterprise networking solution portfolio during event’s Smart Cities and Healthcare speaking tracks RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, January 31 2022 — Juniper Networks, a leader in secure, AI-driven networks, is demonstrating its commitment to delivering operational and superior end-user experiences through its AI-driven, secure cloud networking solutions during this year’s LEAP, taking place […]

BARQ Systems announces new Security Operations Center as-a-Service as part of their Managed Services portfolio offering during LEAP 2022
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, January 31, 2022 —BARQ Systems, a leading regional IT services provider serving business and government clients across Middle East, and Africa (MEA), announced their transition to an IT Service Provider, offering a full-fledged Managed Services Portfolio. As part of this transition, BARQ Systems is launching a new Security Operations Center as a […]

Proven Arabia to Exhibit Leading Technologies at #LEAP22
Proven Arabia will be participating at LEAP this year to introduce the company’s latest innovations Dubai, UAE – January 31, 2022 – Proven Arabia, an international holding company for its’ portfolio of corporate brands that offer global solutions for companies in the Middle East, has announced its participation in LEAP in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from February 1st until […]

Huawei Retains Leadership in 5G RAN Portfolio
Middle East, January 31st, 2022: Huawei’s 5G RAN portfolio has been ranked a leader for the third year in a row in GlobalData’s recent H2 2021 report 5G RAN: Competitive Landscape Assessment. This report is released every six months to evaluate the competitive advantages of 5G RAN products from major RAN vendors. In the H2 2021 report, […]

Uber MENA: 2021 in Numbers
When we closed 2021, we completed Uber’s Year in Review – a look back over the year to reflect on how Uber was used in the MENA region. Since launch, we’ve been busy Zooming out, Uber has been busy since we launched in MENA. Over 31 million riders have taken trips, and drivers have always […]

92% of Government IT Decision-Makers Agree Saudi Arabia is Accelerating towards Digital Transformation
More Than Half to Invest in HCM, ERP, and Core Solutions in 2022 and Beyond 77% to Invest in AI/Machine Learning and Predictive Analytics in 2022 and Beyond RIYADH, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia — 27 January 2022— Nearly all (92%) of Saudi Arabia’s government IT decision-makers agree that the COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated their digital […]

Huawei launches its much-awaited flagship smartphones, HUAWEI P50 Pro and HUAWEI P50 Pocket in the region
HUAWEI P50 Pro stands as the ultimate Camera phone with aesthetic design while HUAWEI P50 Pocket brings fashion, beauty and tech innovations into the fold Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia —January 26th, 2022 Huawei Consumer Business Group announced today the launch of the new HUAWEI P50 Pro, the ultimate camera phone with aesthetic design and HUAWEI P50 […]

TECHNOLOGY THAT LETS YOU BEATH AGAIN WITH LG’S PURICARE WEARABLE AIR PURIFIER
Backed by Years of Research the New LG PuriCare Wearable Air Purifier offers Smart Breathing Comfort with Lighter Design JEDDAH, 23 Jan. 2022 — As more time is spent frequenting public spaces and enjoying the outdoors, consumers are looking to invest in solutions which can keep them comfortable while maintaining peace-of-mind. Air quality has been a common concern in […]
