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.

Huawei Releases 5GtoB Solution #MWCS #MWC21
[Shanghai, China, February 22, 2021] Huawei’s Executive Director and Carrier Business Group President Ryan Ding gave a keynote speech at the company’s “5G Brings New Value” forum held at the MWC Shanghai 2021, where he announced the official launch of Huawei’s new 5GtoB solution. During his speech, Ding talked about the developments, commercial returns, and […]

Huawei: COVID-19 closed many doors, but innovation offers a window of hope #MWCS #MWC21
Breakthroughs in technical innovation promise to make life better, businesses smarter, and the world more inclusive Shanghai, February 23, 2021] At the opening ceremony of MWC Shanghai 2021, Huawei’s Deputy Chairman Ken Hu spoke about the huge impact that COVID-19 has had on countries, enterprises, and people around the world, as well as the role […]

Huawei’s Catherine Chen: Believe in the power of technology
[Shanghai, February 22, 2021] The Connected for Shared Prosperity Forum was held at Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel in Shanghai by Huawei, Global Mobile Association (GSMA), Center of Environmental Economics of Fudan University, and The Paper. Participants joined both online and in-person to discuss the value of digital technologies in sustainable development for a better, connected world, representing […]

Huawei: 5G developed faster than we expected, becoming part of core production processes in industries
More than 140 commercial 5G networks have been deployed in 59 countries According to 2020 reports, the best 5G networks in Seoul, Amsterdam, Madrid, Zurich, Hong Kong, and Riyadh were all built by Huawei Middle East, February 20, 2021: At Huawei’s online media and analyst pre-briefing for MWC Shanghai 2021, Ryan Ding, Executive Director and President […]

Türk Telekom implements Raynet and USU technology for successful Software Asset Management
(PresseBox) (Paderborn, 18.02.21) In an award-winning Software Asset Management (SAM) project, Türk Telekom made a smooth switch from manual Excel lists to automated compliance reports thanks to the successful implementation of Technology Asset Management solutions from Raynet and USU Software Asset Management. “After surveying the market and looking at different vendors, we found that RayVentory was the […]

IoT predictions for 2021: Smarter tech will make better business
By Åsa Tamsons, Head of Business Area Technologies & New Businesses Find out what IoT trends we will see more of in 2021. Among the IoT predictions ranging from digital healthcare, remote learning, connected manufacturing, and micro-mobility to sustainability, the common denominator is the overall accelerated adoption of wireless technologies. With 2020, the world will never […]

PepsiCo awards “Virdis” team from Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University for groundbreaking sustainability initiative as part of flagship Tamakani program
In a virtual celebration organized by PepsiCo and Injaz Al Arab, teams from two Saudi universities were awarded financial and mentorship support, as part of efforts to drive women’s entrepreneurship in the Kingdom February 16, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: PepsiCo, the Global Food and Beverage Company, and its charitable arm, the PepsiCo Foundation, in […]

Canon updates its popular Speedlite Transmitter, with the new ST-E3-RT(Ver.2)
DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, 14 February 2021 – Canon announces the ST-E3-RT(Ver.2) – an update of the popular ST-E3-RT transmitter. Enabling wireless flash synchronisation and multiple control of Speedlites – positioned up to 30m away – this new transmitter gives professionals greater creative freedom in both a studio and natural environment. It supports key features of […]

Huawei CFO Meng Seeks HSBC Records Amid U.S. Extradition Fight
Huawei’s chief financial officer is seeking bank records from HSBC in a bid to prove she didn’t trick lenders into processing transactions that violated U.S. sanctions targeting Iran. Meng Wanzhou, who’s fighting extradition to the U.S. from Canada, asked London’s High Court to grant an order to obtain the records, which she says will show […]

Rising Security Concerns in the Telecom Industry
The Telecom industry keeps the world connected. From private communications to business interactions, it is an intrinsic part of our daily lives, and we take many elements for granted. Be it via the phone, across the internet, over airwaves, or cables, this sector makes it possible to communicate in rapid time anywhere around the world. […]

SITA INJECTS SMART LOW-TOUCH SOLUTIONS INTO BAHRAIN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT AMIDST COVID-19 RECOVERY
Bahrain International Airport’s new Passenger Terminal includes SITA Smart Path biometrics, SITA Flex, and a sophisticated airport management system MANAMA – 11 February 2021 – Backed by SITA’s state-of-the-art technology, Bahrain International Airport’s (BIA) newly opened Passenger Terminal is better prepared to respond to the changing demands of travel during the COVID-19 pandemic. The ultra-modern […]

ENGIE Solutions clocks in 10 million manhours without a lost time incident
The Middle East, 11 February 2021: ENGIE Solutions, an international leader in sustainable energy services and asset management, has realized the outstanding achievement of 10 million manhours without a lost-time incident across its Middle East operations. This success is a testament to ENGIE’s commitment to its team members and their safety – something that has […]

HRH Crown Prince launches stunning nature-inspired designs for gateway island
The visionary ‘Coral Bloom’ plan will protect and enhance Shurayrah Island’s pristine natural state Riyadh, (10 Feb 2021): His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince, Chairman of The Red Sea Development Company (TRSDC), has launched the Coral Bloom concept, which was created by architectural firm Foster + Partners, and designed to blend in with […]

Microsoft Viva: empowering every employee for the new digital age
By Jared Spataro, Corporate Vice President for Microsoft 365 Even before COVID-19 turned our lives upside down, a new generation of digital tools opened up new possibilities for the future of work. What we didn’t expect was that this future would arrive almost overnight last March, as millions of businesses around the world responded to the pandemic […]

Security Software Revenues to Hit $45.5B in 2021, a 20% Jump in Two Years
The digital transformation accelerated by the pandemic and the growing number of data breaches and cyberattacks has forced online users, companies, and organizations to increase their spending on security software solutions. According to data presented by Stock Apps, global security software revenues are expected to hit $45.5bn in 2021, a 20% increase in two years. Revenues […]

HyperX Welcomes Professional Race Car Driver Sage Karam to the HyperX Heroes Family as a Brand Ambassador
Sage Karam Indycar and Top Virtual Driver Joins HyperX Family with Gaming Headset Sponsorship London (UK) – 8th February 2021– HyperX, the gaming division of Kingston Technology Company, Inc., today announced Sage Karam, professional IndyCar driver, as its latest brand ambassador. Under the new sponsorship Karam will use HyperX headsets while streaming and gaming. Karam has […]

Zoom Highest Growth in Brand Recognition for 2020 – 34% Increase
Several brands experienced tremendous growth in 2020 due to the Coronavirus pandemic shifting demand in many industries. One of the brands that became a household name during the pandemic was video communications company Zoom. According to data presented by Trading Platforms, Zoom was the fastest-growing brand of 2020 with a 34% growth in brand recognition. Zoom […]

WallStreetsBets triggers 43% spike in Reddit installs, app’s popularity skyrockets
Reddit has recorded millions of installations amid increased trading activity triggered by discussions on the subreddit WallStreetBets. Data acquired by Finbold indicates that Reddit’s global mobile installs grew by 43.47% between December 2020 and January 2021 from 4.6 million to 6.6 million. Elsewhere, between January last and January 2021, the platform’s users have skyrocketed by 127.58%. The […]

Shaza Makkah gears up for Umra and internal winter tourism
Hotel launches “It’s time to travel” campaign (United Arab Emirates, Dubai – January 31, 2021) – Shaza Makkah, the 5-Star hotel among the first in line hotels in Jabal AlKa’bah to Al Masjid Al Haram, is gearing up to receive the Umra pilgrims as the Kingdom eases travel restrictions. The lovely winter weather is also attracting local […]

Umniah Jordan chooses Ericsson for network transformation
Umniah selects Ericsson for radio access network upgrade in Jordan Ericsson to transform 3G sites, upgrade existing 4G sites New radio system will enhance subscriber experience Umniah Jordan has announced its partnership with Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) with a new contract covering the transformation of its radio access network (RAN) infrastructure in Jordan. This extended partnership will optimize […]

App Store Revenues Surged by 30% YoY and Hit $72.3B in 2020
The ongoing coronavirus pandemic continues driving impressive growth of the global app market. As one of the two largest distribution channels for mobile apps, Apple App Store has witnessed a surge in revenues and the number of downloads amid the lockdown. According to data presented by Buy Shares, App Store users spent $72.3bn on in-app purchases, […]

Tenable Empowers MSSPs to Launch Cloud-Based Vulnerability Management Services within Minutes
Dubai, UAE, February 3, 2021 — Tenable®, Inc., the Cyber Exposure company, today announced an enhanced Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) portal to supercharge partners’ cloud-based vulnerability management offerings with Tenable.io®. The updated portal will enable MSSPs to self-provision and self-service their own Tenable.io instances, up to 1,000 assets, empowering partners to build and launch vulnerability management […]
