Telecommunications
Telecommunications news covering 5G networks, broadband infrastructure, connectivity solutions, and telecom industry developments in Saudi Arabia and the region.

Avaya Named to Constellation ShortListTM for Both CCaaS and UCaaS
Offerings for Digital Leaders Reinventing Operations and Transforming Business Models Raleigh-Durham, NC – February 17, 2022 – Avaya (NYSE: AVYA), a global leader in solutions to enhance and simplify communications and collaboration, today announced it was named to the Constellation ShortList™ in two important categories: CCaaS (contact center-as-a-service) and UCaaS (unified communications-as-a-service) in Q1 2022. […]

Najm and Mobily Ink MoU in Support of the Kingdom’s Digital Transformation Efforts
Participating at LEAP Global Tech Expo Riyadh, KSA, February 13, 2022: With plans to promote the adoption and integration of digital solutions across the Kingdom in line with the digital transformation objectives of Saudi Vision 2030, Najm for Insurance Services and Mobily have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during their participation at the LEAP […]

Huawei ranked among Top 10 Most Valuable Brands of 2022
Brand Finance has named Huawei among the top 10 most valuable brands for 2022 in its recently published Brand Finance Global 500 2022 report, jumping up six places from 2021 despite facing many unforeseen challenges. The Chinese tech giant has ranked the world’s 9th most valuable brand for 2022. Its brand value improvement defies the odds amidst the […]

TAWAL of stc Group fully acquires Awal Telecom in Pakistan
Riyadh, KSA, 9 February 2022: TAWAL, the leading Saudi ICT infrastructure company and one of stc Group subsidiaries, has announced its entry into the Pakistan’s market via a full acquisition of Awal Telecom. The move, which is TAWAL’s first foray outside Saudi Arabia, is an initial step in the company’s international expansion roadmap. TAWAL has agreed in […]

Cisco Reveals New Innovations to Help Businesses Make Hybrid Work, Work
Cisco introduces new technologies to help businesses rapidly scale networks and digitize operations to enable the connections needed for hybrid work. Company unveils the industry’s first high-end Wi-Fi 6E access points, Private 5G for the enterprise as a managed service, and new high-powered Catalyst 9000X series switches with Cisco Silicon One to deliver top speeds and performance with […]

Cybersecurity strategies to safeguard Saudi digital transformation gains
By Ibrahim Alshamrnie, Chief Security Officer, Huawei Saudi Arabia Technology has brought immense benefits to Saudi enterprises. The digital transformation it has fostered has launched numerous new business and revenues models while boosting efficiency and reducing costs. PWC estimates that GCC countries could add up to $255 billion to regional GDP by accelerating their digital economies by […]

Sitecore Strengthens KSA Presence with solutions by stc Company Partnership
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – 8 February 2022 – In a continuing demonstration of its commitment to the Kingdom’s accelerated digital transformation efforts that are driven by Saudi Vision 2030, Sitecore®signed an agreement with solutions by stc, the kingdom’s leading digital enabler, to provide marketing technology solutions and training primarily to the country’s key public and private […]

Honeywell and solutions by stc Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Accelerate Digital Transformation Projects in the Kingdom 
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, February 8, 2022 – Honeywell (Nasdaq: HON) and solutions by stc, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to help develop strategic mega projects across the Kingdom in support of Saudi Vision 2030 and its efforts to create a more diverse and sustainable economy and accelerate digital transformation. The MoU between Honeywell and solutions […]

Zain KSA signs agreement with Huawei to develop and expand its digital services infrastructure #LEAP22
Saudi Arabia, February 7, 2022: Zain KSA, a leading telecommunications provider in Saudi Arabia, signed an agreement with its global partner Huawei to expand and develop its cloud and digital services infrastructure. The announcement was made on the sidelines of the global future technologies event LEAP 2022. Zain KSA participated in line with its strategy to […]

Kuwait Ministry of State For Communications and Information Technology Successfully Launches Sahel App With Avaya
Sahel app, which unifies and digitizes a wide range of Kuwait government services, leverages Avaya technology to create seamless experiences for users across touchpoints. Sahel platform forms a part of Kuwait’s 2035 vision for “New Kuwait” as government entities digitally transform. Kuwait City, Kuwait – February 07, 2022 – Kuwait’s Ministry of State for Communications and […]

PLAYHERA MENA unveiled in a multi-million-dollar deal with Zain #LEAP22
Zain and the fast-growing gaming startup PLAYHERA announced a joint-venture agreement to launch PLAYHERA MENA powered by Zain eSports. Zain, Zain eSports, and PLAYHERA plan to invest more than SR 375 million over the upcoming five years; the newly established JV will have Riyadh as its headquarters and go after MENA’s lucrative gaming market with an […]

Zain Cloud Launches 6 New Comprehensive Services Supporting Individuals and Business #LEAP22
Zain Saudi Arabia Elevates Its Participation at The Global Tech Event “LEAP” Following its achievement of receiving the highest rating from the Communications and Information Technology Commission (CITC), Zain Cloud is launching a range of new products and services to strengthen its leading position. Zain Cloud, the cloud computing service provided by Zain KSA, announced […]

CITC Announces Salam Mobile as the newest Saudi Mobile Virtual Network Operator at LEAP
The Communications and Information Technology Commission (CITC) officially presented the Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) license to Salam Mobile (Integrated Mobile Telecom Co. Ltd.) during the LEAP tech conference in Riyadh. In the presence of His Excellency the Governor of the Commission, Dr. Muhammad bin Saud Al-Tamimi, and number of officials in the Commission, and […]

Huawei explores how countries in the Middle East region can take the lead in digitization at the inaugural #LEAP22 summit in Riyadh
Huawei experts shared digital transformation strategies throughout the three-day conference, including a keynote from Huawei rotating chairman Mr. Guo Ping As a strategic sponsor of LEAP, Huawei’s exhibition included end-to-end innovations from across all of its core business groups and emerging business units Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – February 3, 2022: During this week’s LEAP conference held […]

Zain KSA Launches the Kingdom’s First 5G Stand-Alone Network
Unveiling an Unprecedented Technological Breakthrough at the Global Tech Event “Leap” Zain KSA reinforces its role as an advocate of innovation by fully deploying the first 5G Stand-Alone network in the Kingdom. The network will provide a unique experience for 5G services. Individuals and businesses will enjoy innumerable benefits through ultra-low latency, greater flexibility, and […]

Zain KSA and Al Rajhi Bank Sign a Deal to Enhance Financial Inclusion with Innovative Mobile Technologies #LEAP22
A New Dawn for Banking Solutions Connectivity Coinciding with the Global Tech Event “LEAP” Connecting Al Rajhi Bank’s locations in the Kingdom to Zain KSA’s cutting-edge network. Contributing to financial inclusion and upgrading the sector’s services with the latest and most reliable technologies in line with the national digital economy strategy. Zain KSA and Al […]

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 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 […]

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 […]

Huawei ranked 9th on Brand Finance’s World’s Top 10 Most Valuable Brands 2022
Prevailing over its longest financial winter, the brand rose in value by 29% year-on-year Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia- February 1st 2022: Brand Finance, a leading brand valuation and strategy consultancy, named Huawei one of the top 10 most valuable brands for 2022 in its recently published Brand Finance Global 500 2022 report. The report showed staggering year-on-year growth […]

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 […]
