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.

Stepping into the Digitalized Journey with Huawei IT Day
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, 7th July 2021: Huawei, a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices, in partnership with Al-Alameya Group for Security Systems, held ‘Huawei IT DAY 2021’ in the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. During the event, the company showcased Huawei’s All-Flash Data Center, Mass Data storage, cloud, and […]

Power-packed Huawei Middle East IP Club Carnival 2021 showcases the future of IP networking for the Middle East
At the annual flagship event, Huawei unveils next-generation, AI-enabled IP products, and solutions and launches a new joint innovation program that sets regional industry pace Dubai, UAE – July 6, 2021: Leading regional and global industry experts today unpacked the future of IP networking for Middle East governments and enterprises at the Huawei Middle East IP […]

Ericsson Mobility Report: GCC is forecast to have 62 million 5G mobile subscriptions by the end of 2026
5G remains on track to become the fastest adopted mobile generation in history with subscriptions increasing at a rate of about a million per day globally Saudi Arabia’s digital initiatives under Saudi Vision 2030 spurring uptake in 5G subscriptions in the GCC 5G will account for 73 percent of all mobile subscriptions in the GCC […]

stc and Ericsson key contributors to realizing Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030
stc and Ericsson sign Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on network infrastructure development at Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona Enhanced stc network will deliver world-class connectivity and pave the way for essential Vision 2030 technologies such as AI, edge computing and automation. stc has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) to further the Information and Communication […]

Huawei highlights 5G as a key player for brighter global future during MWC Barcelona 2021
Huawei’s Ryan Ding: Ongoing innovation is lighting up the future of every industry Huawei releases 5G series products to expand multi-antenna technology to all bands and scenarios Middle East, June 30, 2021: During MWC Barcelona 2021, Huawei Executive Director and President of Carrier BG, Ryan Ding delivered a keynote speech Innovation: Lighting up the Future. […]

Microchip Boosts Gallium Nitride (GaN) Radio Frequency (RF) Portfolio with Ka-band Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit (MMIC) with High Linearity for SatCom Terminals
The GMICP2731-10 helps maintain signal fidelity by allowing Earth stations to transmit at high RF levels without sacrificing the quality of the signal CHANDLER, Ariz.–(BUSINESS WIRE/AETOSWire)– Satellite communication systems use complex modulation schemes to achieve the blazingly fast data rates required to deliver video and broadband data. To attain this, they must deliver high RF […]

Study Reveals Majority of IT Leaders Consider Technical Debt One of the Biggest Threats to Innovation as They Build Back
New survey from OutSystems finds companies spend nearly one-third of IT budgets on technical debt Dubai, UAE – June 16, 2021 – OutSystems, a global leader in modern application development, today reported that 69% of IT leaders identify technical debt as a major threat to their companies’ ability to innovate, as seen in its latest report, “The Growing Threat […]

Huawei Releases AR White Paper and Elaborates on Benefits of 5G + AR
Middle East, June 17, 2021: At Huawei’s Better World Summit for 5G + AR, Huawei Carrier BG CMO Bob Cai delivered a keynote speech titled 5G + AR, Turning Dreams into Reality. In this speech, Cai said that 5G will switch on AR, and AR will light up 5G. He also announced the release of the AR […]

Huawei and TVTC launch Tech Track initiative to train 20,000 Saudi students on advanced information and communications technologies
The initiative is open to all universities and college students across Saudi Arabia, and covers six technical ICT fields including Cloud, AI, Big Data, and Internet of Things Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – June 17, 2021: Technical and Vocational Training Cooperation (TVTC) and Huawei Tech. Investment Saudi Arabia Co. Ltd., a leading provider of information […]

Acer Updates Its ConceptD Range with Cutting-Edge SpatialLabs Technology Featuring Eye-Tracking Stereo Camera and Stereoscopic 3D Display
The new ConceptD notebooks are refreshed to offer 11th Gen Intel® Core™ H-series processors and a variety of graphics options, including the powerful, new NVIDIA® RTX™ A5000 Laptop GPU All new ConceptD 5 models now include a 16-inch 3K (3072 x 1920) PANTONE®– Validated display with a taller 16:10 aspect ratio that provides additional vertical screen space First unveiled on a […]

The vital role of Managed Services to deliver secure networks
By: Mohamed Elsokkary, Head of Managed Services for Gulf Countries at Ericsson The exciting evolution of connectivity will undoubtedly touch every aspect of society and change it for the better. With the deployment of 5G and the demand for reliable, secure, and robust connectivity, mobile network operators need to address the intensifying complexity of their networks that […]

Huawei champions sustainability transition at the Responsible Business 2021 summit
The technology industry is now at the forefront of sustainability, providing enabling solutions for a greener Middle East and global society June 2, 2021: The recent Responsible Business 2021, a virtual event organized by Reuters Events, served as a platform for providing business-critical, actionable insights. Speakers from governments, international organizations, and businesses shared their views about […]

OIC-CERT launch 5G Security Working Group during GISEC 2021
This initiative aims to ensure end-to-end cybersecurity for OIC member states Dubai, UAE – May 31, 2021: At this year’s GISEC, the Organization of the Islamic Cooperation – Computer Emergency Response Team (OIC-CERT), a leading international cybersecurity platform will be announcing the launch of a 5G security working group for all stakeholders of the cyberspace to […]

With 681 Million 5G Handsets Set to Ship in 2022, Mobile Device Vendors Scramble for Differentiation
The race is on for OEMs to find that all-important level of differentiation in their flagship portfolios to help boost margins and improve market share LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM – 01 Jun 2021 Despite a backdrop of the on-going effects of the pandemic and the geopolitical landscape, the impact on 5G supply chains throughout the past […]

Automotive Tracking for Record Growth at CES 2022
Exhibitors Prepare for Highly Anticipated Return to Las Vegas Arlington, VA, May 24, 2021 – The Consumer Technology Association (CTA)® today announced the automotive sector is tracking record growth at CES® 2022, the world’s most influential technology event. The transportation and vehicle technology category has already exceeded the final number of CES 2020 exhibitors, and brands are continuing to […]

Qualcomm Announces New Snapdragon 778G 5G Mobile Platform; Showcases Mass Ecosystem Adoption
Global Original Equipment Manufacturers Demonstrate Strong Support for New Snapdragon 7-Series 5G Mobile Platform During the annual Qualcomm 5G Summit, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. announced the new Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 778G 5G Mobile Platform, which is slated to power upcoming high-tier smartphones from Honor, iQOO, Motorola, OPPO, Realme, and Xiaomi. Snapdragon 778G is designed to deliver cutting-edge […]

GCC INVESTORS NEED TO LOOK WIDER FOR GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES
Expectations of a relatively slow economic rebound are driving diversification strategies across the GCC, offering investors some less traditional routes to potential returns. Abu Dhabi, 18 May 2021: Modest 2021 recovery forecasts for the GCC have increased the focus on diversification from the hydrocarbon sector, potentially opening up some less traditional growth opportunities, according to […]

For a successful 5G mmWave deployment, look to Japan
Japan has long been a leader in wireless innovation. The country pioneered the 1st- and 2nd-gen cellular networks, and later launched the first commercial 3G network worldwide. And just a decade ago, Japan was an early promoter and adopter of 4G LTE. Now as we enter the next generation of wireless with 5G, Japan is continuing […]

What’s REALLY behind Musk’s Bitcoin u-turn?
Elon Musk’s sudden u-turn regarding Bitcoin on Twitter – which sent prices plummeting by 15% – could be more of a PR stunt than anything else, says the CEO of one of the world’s largest independent financial and fintech organizations. The observation from Nigel Green, deVere Group’s chief executive, comes as the Tesla billionaire boss […]

Saudi Payments enables FinTech providers to join” mada”
STC Pay and Geidea now part of ‘mada’ network Financial technology (FinTech) companies can now join the National Payment System [M1] ‘mada’, Saudi Payments announced, adding that it has completed the technical authorizations for STC Pay and Geidea to join ‘mada’ network as the first two non-banking entities. Accordingly, STC Pay can issue ‘mada’ cards (digital and plastic), which […]

Huawei Starts to Sell New SERES SF5 Car in its China Flagship Stores
An extended-range electric SUV coupe enhanced by Huawei technologies enters Huawei flagship stores across China Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 26th April, 2021 – At the 19th Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition, Huawei announced that China’s automotive company SERES has launched an extended range electric vehicle-the new SERES SF5, and it will be available in Huawei flagship stores across China. […]

Film Soundtracks Hit The Right Notes on Spotify Ahead of This Year’s Oscars®
22 April, Dubai, UAE: The annual Academy Awards®, or the Oscars®, returns on Sunday 25th April to celebrate some of the most critically-acclaimed films released over the past year. Ahead of the biggest night in the film calendar, new data from Spotify has shown that listeners around the world and in the UAE are re-immersing themselves […]
