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Telecommunications news covering 5G networks, broadband infrastructure, connectivity solutions, and telecom industry developments in Saudi Arabia and the region.
Ericsson Mobility Report Business Review edition: 5G drives revenue growth
New research from the Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) Mobility Report team provides encouraging evidence for communication service providers (CSPs) worldwide by identifying a correlation between 5G uptake and revenue growth. Flattening revenues have been a challenge for service providers in all parts of the world, often impacting network investment decisions as part of their business growth […]
PepsiCo partners with AstroLabs and collaborate with MCIT to empower Saudi Arabian e-commerce entrepreneurs
Riyadh, February 14.2022: In line with the Kingdom’s vision to diversify the economy by 2030, PepsiCo — one of the leading global food and beverage manufacturers — has collaborated with AstroLabs, an ecosystem builder in the MENA region, and Ministry of Communication and Information Technology (MCIT) to launch an innovative new offering for local SMEs. The […]
Huawei to Invest $400 Million to Establish Cloud Region in Saudi Arabia
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 10 February 2023: During the LEAP 2023 event, HUAWEI CLOUD announced it would launch a cloud region in Saudi Arabia to boost the country’s digital economy and enable access to more advanced and secure cloud services for government, corporate and individuals. HUAWEI CLOUD followed this with a recent announcement to bolster digital transformation […]
Telecom Operator Executive: Jordan Government Will Secretly Restrict Chinese Companies from 5G and Rip-and-Replace Existing Network in 3 years
As per sources familiar with the updates of 5G launch project launch in Jordan, the government will very soon secretly order Jordanian telecom operators to restrict Chinese companies from participating in the project aimed at building 5G networks in the Kingdom, as a result of surging US pressure from intelligence agency. The government also plans […]
Mobily continues #LEAP23 with partnership announcements and MoU signings across digital transformation and investment
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 09 February 2023: – Mobily has unveiled a series of agreements and partnerships across a wide range of technology fields such as online marketplaces, CSR, cybersecurity, infrastructure, cloud and more on Day Three of LEAP 2023. Thousands of delegates, experts and industry leaders continued to attend day three of the ongoing mega-event, which […]
5G and the Future of International Relations
In the current digital era, 5G technology is at the forefront of innovations in the Information and Communications Technology industry (ICT) as it carries with it great opportunities for the development of businesses and services to end users, thus contributing to supporting the economic recovery of countries, especially after years of stagnation following the COVID-19 pandemic, oil price fluctuations, the current state of war […]
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stc enables future technologies with global investments and partnerships at #LEAP23
stc Group concludes LEAP Conference by signing more than 40 MoUs Riyadh, February 9: The global technology conference “LEAP23” concluded its functions by announcing significant global partnerships and a billion investments to support future technologies, digital entrepreneurship and technology startups to achieve the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 in diversifying the economy, localising technology and progressing industries. stc […]
stc launches venture capital fund
To invest in 9 advanced technological areas, including fintech, cybersecurity, AI, and gaming Riyadh, 8 Feb 2023: today stc announced the launch of its corporate investment fund (CIF). The Fund aims to invest in early stages startups in various domains including fintech, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, digital games, Internet of Things, blockchain, and other promising areas. The […]
TAWAL reaps benefits of Ericsson Energy Infrastructure Operations in Saudi Arabia
TAWAL and Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) acknowledge the impact of deploying Ericsson’s Energy Infrastructure Operations solution on TAWAL’s network. The solution offers an innovative approach to operate energy infrastructure for mobile operators and tower companies. Under the terms of the ongoing agreement with TAWAL, Ericsson assumes responsibility for managed services of TAWAL’s tower infrastructure and provides energy management […]
stc and Ericsson cooperate to reduce e-waste in Saudi Arabia
As part of the signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly explore sustainable initiatives, stc and Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) partner to manage and dispose of stc’s obsolete equipment as part of the Ericsson Product Take-Back Program. The program aims at minimizing the potential environmental impact associated with the disposal of decommissioned end-of-life electrical equipment. As part of the […]
Huawei regional president reiterates support for Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation goals #leap23
Saudi Arabia, February 8, 2023, Steven Yi, President of Huawei Middle East and Central Asia, gave a keynote on the second day of LEAP, Saudi Arabia’s largest and most comprehensive ICT exhibition. In his speech, Yi highlighted how Huawei works with partners to help the Kingdom build a more robust infrastructure to achieve its global computing […]
stc and SKYFive Arabia sign an agreement to introduce broadband inflight connectivity to MENA during #LEAP23
Riyadh, 07 Feb 2023: stc Group, the digital leader in the region, signed a partnership agreement with SKYFive Arabia, the leading provider of Air-to-Ground (A2G) based solutions and services, to introduce the new concept of In-Flight Connectivity (IFC) to airlines in Saudi Arabia. With the roadmap to expand across the entire MENA region in the near future, […]
Ericsson, Mobily successfully enhance network performance through Artificial Intelligence
Mobily and Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) successfully deployed the Ericsson Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based network solution for predictive and automated network management to enable, enhanced and smart end-user experiences in Saudi Arabia. As the Kingdom continues to implement its ambitious Vision 2030, the number of connected devices is expected to grow, propelling forward the need for improved […]
Mobily kicks-off #LEAP23 in style with big partnership announcements across smart cities, gaming, Artificial Intelligence and more
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 6 February 2023: – Mobily, Leap’s strategic digital partner has unveiled a series of agreements and partnerships across a wide range of technology fields such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), gaming, digital infrastructure and more on Day One of LEAP 2023. As the thousands of delegates, experts and industry leaders attend the first day of the […]
Juniper Networks Empowers Partners to Elevate their Juniper Success
through New Programs in 2023Juniper Partner Advantage 2023 introduces new Solution Practice Builder framework, new incentives and tools and increased investments to help partners reach new heights Dubai, United Arab Emirates, February 02, 2023 – Juniper Networks, a leader in secure, AI-driven networks, today announced the next evolution of the global Juniper Partner Advantage (JPA) Program. Last year Juniper introduced a […]
Unifonic to present the evolution of its omnichannel customer engagement technology and newly acquired conversational AI at #LEAP23 in Saudi Arabia
The company’s participation aligns with Saudi Vision 2030 to accelerate digital transformation initiatives in the Middle East. February 2, 2023: Unifonic, the leading customer engagement platform and CPaaS (Communications Platform as a Service) provider in the Middle East, is set to participate at LEAP 2023 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. At the second edition of the global […]
TAWAL to showcase its new smart city infrastructure solutions during #LEAP23
Riyadh: 01 February, 2023 TAWAL, the leading integrated ICT infrastructure provider in the Kingdom, has announced its participation at LEAP 2023 as a “Diamond Sponsor” of the global tech event. For the second year running, from February 6 to February 9, 2023, at Riyadh Front Expo Centre, TAWAL is set to take part and make its […]
Juniper Networks Demonstrates AI- and Automation-Led Solutions that Simplify the Complexities of Networking at #LEAP23
Organizations in Saudi Arabia can take advantage of solutions today to streamline operations across their network Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, February 1, 2023: Juniper Networks, a leader in secure, AI-driven networks, will showcase how organizations can integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI), automation and simplified operations into networking using its comprehensive portfolio of solutions at LEAP 2023. With […]
Mobily Showcases its Innovations and Technical Solutions as a Leading Digital Partner in LEAP 2023 #LEAP23
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – January 31, 2020 – Etihad Etisalat “Mobily” is participating as a leading digital partner in the second edition of LEAP 2023 International Technology Conference, which will take place in Riyadh from February 6 to 9 2023 under the theme “Towards New Horizons”. The conference brings together more than 100,000 technological innovators and […]
Huawei opens new store in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
The store is a hub of pleasant interactions between people and technology Jeddah, KSA – January 31st, 2023: Huawei Tech Investment Saudi Arabia has officially opened the doors to its eagerly awaited store in Jeddah. The HUAWEI STORE JEDDAH PARK reflects Huawei’s broader expansion plans within the Kingdom and its continuous commitment towards this strategic market. […]
Cisco Reveals Top Technology Insights for 2023 ahead of LEAP in Saudi Arabia #LEAP23
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – 31 January 2023: Ahead of LEAP 2023 technology conference in Riyadh, Cisco has shared its insights into technological trends that will help businesses in the region make the most of digital transformation.Cisco sees security, hybrid work, multi-cloud architectures and sustainability as key themes in 2023, all powered by connectivity and a next generation of networks. […]
Huawei partners with stc tv to bring next-gen digital entertainment to Huawei users across the MENA region
Riyadh, KSA, January 30, 2023: Huawei, the global tech giant, is collaborating with stc tv, its regional partner to bring users across the Middle East and North Africa an enhanced innovative digital entertainment experience. The agreement will see stc tv and Huawei collaborate in the digital entertainment field and roll out new bundles and offerings. stc […]