Gulf Business Machines (GBM), a leading provider of end-to-end digital solutions, played a central role at the Kuwait Innovation Summit 2025, held at the Four Seasons Hotel in Kuwait City. The event, organized by GBM Kuwait (also known as Khorafi Business Machines – KBM) in collaboration with IBM and IDC, attracted over 400 attendees, including key representatives from major government entities.
The summit served as an influential platform for discussions on accelerating digital transformation across various sectors in Kuwait. Top executives from GBM, IBM, and IDC participated in a series of insightful sessions, fireside chats, and expert panels, focusing on the latest technology trends and strategies for driving digital innovation. These conversations were closely aligned with Kuwait’s Vision 2035 goals, highlighting the nation’s growing investment in digital capabilities. IDC’s recent forecast shows that enterprise IT spending in Kuwait is set to grow by 7.4% in 2025, reaching $1.2 billion, signaling a strong commitment to enhancing digital infrastructure.
A major highlight at the summit was the official launch of GBM CloudX in Kuwait. This new cloud offering underscores GBM’s dedication to providing scalable, advanced cloud solutions tailored to meet local needs. GBM CloudX aims to enhance agility, operational efficiency, and innovation for both public and private sector organizations.
The event also included keynote speeches and an engaging fireside chat with prominent government leaders, sharing their perspectives on advancing Kuwait’s digital agenda.
Wassim Seliman, General Manager of GBM Kuwait, reflected on the event’s success, stating, “The Kuwait Innovation Summit 2025 was a remarkable gathering of visionaries, innovators, and technology leaders. Achieving business goals today requires a flexible and agile approach to technology adoption. With over 35 years of experience in the region, GBM has been a leader in driving digital transformation, empowering businesses and contributing to national progress. We are proud to introduce GBM CloudX to the Kuwaiti market and remain committed to empowering organizations with the technologies and insights they need to build a sustainable, data-driven future.”
