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.
All-new iMac features stunning design in a spectrum of vibrant colors, the breakthrough M1 chip, and a brilliant 4.5K Retina display
iMac offers the best camera, mics, and speakers ever in a Mac, and Touch ID for the first time CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA Apple today introduced an all-new iMac featuring a much more compact and remarkably thin design, enabled by the M1 chip. The new iMac offers powerful performance in a design that’s just 11.5 millimeters thin, with a striking side […]
Apple introduces new iPad Pro featuring breakthrough M1 chip, ultra-fast 5G, and stunning 12.9-inch Liquid Retina XDR display
CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA Apple today announced the most powerful and advanced iPad Pro ever, pushing the limits of what’s possible on iPad. The addition of the Apple-designed M1 chip delivers a massive leap in performance, making iPad Pro the fastest device of its kind. The 12.9-inch iPad Pro features a new Liquid Retina XDR display that brings […]
Apple introduces AirTag
Apple expands the Find My ecosystem with AirTag, an iPhone accessory that provides a private and secure way to easily locate the items that matter most, available beginning Friday, April 30 CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA Apple today introduced AirTag, a small and elegantly designed accessory that helps keep track of and find the items that matter most with […]
Apple unveils the next generation of Apple TV 4K, making the best device for watching shows and movies even better
An all-new Siri Remote, innovative color balance technology, and high frame rate HDR deliver the best entertainment experience at home CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA Apple today announced the next generation of Apple TV 4K, delivering high frame rate HDR with Dolby Vision and connecting customers to their favorite content with the highest quality. At the heart of the […]
Apple introduces iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 mini in a stunning new purple
The new finish complements the beautiful flat-edge design of iPhone 12, which features an advanced dual-camera system, Super Retina XDR display with the Ceramic Shield front cover, A14 Bionic, and 5G CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA Apple today unveiled an all-new stunning purple finish for iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 mini. This new color beautifully accentuates the flat aluminum […]
Switch Introduces Premium Gaming Accessories in the Middle East
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 18th April 2021: The UAE’s exuberant lifestyle and technology brand, Switch, makes its entry into the gaming industry with premium wireless earbuds and lightning-speed charging cables. Switch TruBudz Play A common concern among gamers is audio lag, when going wireless. The new Switch TruBudz Play are the ideal solution for a truly immersive […]
AdEmirates commences IATA Travel Pass trials simplifying COVID-19 related travel requirements
Dubai, UAE, 15 April 2021 – Emirates today commenced trials of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Travel Pass– a mobile app to help passengers easily and securely manage their travel in line with any government requirements for COVID-19 testing or vaccine information. The first passengers travelling from Dubai to Barcelona on EK 185 today trialled […]
Huawei: Optimizing portfolio to boost business resilience and navigate a challenging environment
Eric Xu, Huawei’s Rotating Chairman: “five strategic initiatives moving forward” Middle East, April 14, 2021: During the 18th Huawei Global Analyst Summit attended by more than 400 guests of analysts, experts, key opinion leaders and media representatives from around the world, Eric Xu, Huawei’s Rotating Chairman, shared the company’s business performance in 2020 as well […]
EZVIZ launches Ramadan campaign for families across Saudi Arabia to share treasured moments with loved ones near and far
New #NeverMissAMoment campaign gives you the chance to win newly launched premium indoor camera C6W to share creative and special moments with family Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 12 April 2021— EZVIZ, an industry-leading innovator in carefree home intelligence launches its Ramadan campaign encouraging people in Saudi Arabia to share memorable moments of Ramadan they have missed during these challenging […]
Huawei to Invest $1 Billion on Car Tech It Says Surpasses Tesla
Huawei Technologies Co. will invest $1 billion in researching self-driving and electric-car technologies, accelerating plans to compete with Tesla Inc. and Xiaomi Corp. in the world’s biggest vehicle arena. Huawei’s autonomous-driving technology has already surpassed Tesla’s in some spheres, for instance by allowing cars to cruise for more than 1,000 kilometers (621 miles) without human intervention, Rotating Chairman Eric Xu […]
Charles Yang, President of Huawei Middle East: Huawei sees significant potential to support Saudi’s journey to a digital economy
Executive underlines the company’s commitment to Saudi Arabia’s ICT ecosystem, talent development, and supporting digitalization in line with Vision 2030 Saudi Arabia – April 12, 2021: On the sidelines of the SAMENA Leaders’ Summit, the President of Huawei Middle East, Charles Yang, has provided an update on the company’s business globally and across local markets, with […]
Cofense Acquires Cloud-Native, AI-Based Email Security Provider Cyberfish
Combination of Cofense’s Phishing Intelligence from over 26 million human reporters and Cyberfish’s AI-based protection technology will eliminate the need for legacy email security solutions LEESBURG, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE/AETOSWire)– Cofense®, the leading provider of phishing detection and response (PDR) solutions, today announced the acquisition of Cyberfish, provider of next-generation phishing protection powered by Computer Vision and advanced Machine […]
Using effective communication channels will shape the population’s response to climate priorities, experts say
Following the announcement of The Saudi Green Initiative, representatives from Saudi Arabia and the UK government took part in a third online roundtable hosted by the Saudi Ministry of Environment, Water & Agriculture and the British Embassy in Riyadh Saudi Arabia, Riyadh; 8 April 2021: How environmental issues in Saudi Arabia are communicated is as important as […]
Intel Launches Its Most Advanced Performance Data Center Platform
Intel Showcases New 3rd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable – the Only Data Center Processors with Built-In AI; Delivering on Average 46% Increased Performance New 3rd Gen Intel® Xeon® Scalable processors — combined with Intel’s portfolio of Intel® Optane™ persistent memory and storage, Ethernet adapters, FPGAs and optimized software solutions — deliver performance and workload optimizations across hybrid-cloud, high performance computing (HPC), […]
Apple’s Find My network now offers new third-party finding experiences
The Find My network accessory program enables users to keep track of their belongings in the new Items tab within the Find My app Apple today introduced the updated Find My app, allowing third-party products to use the private and secure finding capabilities of Apple’s Find My network, which comprises hundreds of millions of Apple […]
The post-pandemic landscape ushers in era of green investment imperative, says new Arthur D. Little report
Nurturing disruptive ventures and business models via innovative financing and ecosystem orchestration creates a virtuous cycle further accelerated through government policies during COVID” Dubai, UAE, 5 April 2021: In pre-pandemic times, progress towards transformational change remained remarkably slow, despite climate change and sustainability rising higher than ever before on large companies’ strategic agendas. Although COVID-19 may […]
Crafted to Conquer: The 2021 Nissan Patrol NISMO makes its global debut
With a bold design, race-proven engineering and redefined aerodynamics, the high-performance SUV provides an unforgettable driving experience to set you apart from the crowd Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (Apr. 1, 2021) – Nissan revealed the 2021 Nissan Patrol NISMO to the world earlier today, marking the latest chapter for the brand’s performance division in the region. The […]
Saudi Arabia’s CITC Designates 1200 MHz of Spectrum for License-Exempt Use and Paves Way for Wi-Fi 6E & Wi-Fi 7
London – March 30, 2021: The Wireless Broadband Alliance (WBA), the body leading the development of next-generation Wi-Fi services, commends the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Communications and Information Technology Commission (CITC) for their groundbreaking spectrum designation of the entire 6 GHz band (5.925-7.125 GHz) for license-exempt use. Saudi Arabia is the first country in the Middle East, Europe, or Africa to […]
Social investment: a way to accelerate economic growth and productivity
Around the world, the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has laid bare the limitations of existing social welfare systems, and increased pressure on governments to secure and improve social protection for their citizens, placing significant strain on government resources. This is particularly true in the GCC, where countries use a social welfare model that creates a strong […]
Less is More: Ford Reveals How a New Design Approach Changed the View From the Driver’s Seat And Paved the Way to Future Models
Jeddah, KSA, 31 March 2021 — While trends in recent decades have been towards adding “more” in car interiors – more buttons, more features, more elements – Ford is taking a reductive approach, using human-centric design to declutter their vehicle interiors and create a holistic space. The evolution of the driver’s view Car interiors have changed a […]
CITC’s new spectrum outlook to unlock more than 23 GHz of radio spectrum
The spectrum outlook in Saudi Arabia’s roadmap to become a world leader in radiocommunication while supporting soaring data consumption and future wireless technologies Riyadh, 30 March 2021 – The Communications and Information Technology Commission (CITC) has issued its ‘3-year Outlook for Commercial and Innovative Use of the Spectrum in Saudi Arabia. ’ The spectrum outlook is […]
INMARSAT LAUNCHES APPLICATION AND SOLUTION PROVIDER (ASP) PROGRAMME TO DRIVE GLOBAL IOT ADOPTION THROUGH SATELLITE CONNECTIVITY
Programme will accelerate availability of IoT solutions across commercial land markets by providing connectivity and support framework to innovators Inmarsat, the world leader in global, mobile satellite communications, has today launched its Application and Solution Provider (ASP) Programme, an ecosystem for providers of software, hardware and solutions, as well as original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in […]