Accops Recognized in the 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Desktop as a Service
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du Allocates AED 3 Million to Cancer Care Programs in the UAE
du, a UAE telecom operator under e&, has pledged AED 3 million to fund cancer care programs. The funding will support early detection, treatment, and awareness initiatives in partnership with healthcare institutions and charities.
e& UAE Dominates Opensignal Report, Sets World 5G Record, and Expands Enterprise Solutions
e& UAE outperformed rivals in the Opensignal 2025 report, won 12 of 13 national awards, and set a world record 5G uplink speed of 600Mbps. It launched the UAE’s first enterprise 5G slicing, partnered with Ericsson to expand 5G RAN, and continues to power the UAE’s global leadership in digital transformation under Vision 2031.
Saudi’s Gathern Raises USD 72M to Expand Hospitality Platform
Saudi’s Gathern raised $72M in Series B funding led by PIF-owned Sanabil Investments, reaching a $266M valuation. The platform manages 72,000 units across 200+ Saudi cities, contributing SAR 2B to the local economy. The funds will drive regional expansion, inbound tourism, long-term stays, and AI solutions, with a Tadawul listing on the horizon.
Lenovo to Open Regional Headquarters and Tech Manufacturing Hub in Riyadh
Lenovo is opening a regional HQ in Riyadh’s Al Majdoul Tower and building a 200,000-sqm manufacturing hub with PIF-owned ALAT. The facility will produce Saudi Made PCs, laptops, smartphones, and servers by 2026, with the expansion expected to add $10 billion to Saudi Arabia’s non-oil GDP by 2030.
Cisco: Smart Networks Are Powering Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 Digital Transformation
Cisco says smart networks are becoming the backbone of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 digital transformation. With AI-ready infrastructure, automation, and cybersecurity, Saudi firms are investing heavily to reduce outages, boost efficiency, and support advanced technologies, while balancing sustainability with innovation.
Saudi Arabia Launches Digital Nusuk Umrah Service for International Pilgrims
Saudi Arabia has launched the Nusuk Umrah digital platform, enabling international pilgrims to apply directly for visas and book travel services online. Available in seven languages, the service supports Vision 2030 goals of boosting religious tourism, enhancing service quality, and expanding access for Muslims worldwide.
ZTE and GO Telecom Complete Saudi Arabia’s First Long-Distance 5G-A mmWave Trial
ZTE and GO Telecom have achieved Saudi Arabia’s first long-distance 5G-A mmWave trial, covering 6 km with nearly 1 Gbps speeds. The trial supports Vision 2030 by enabling enterprise-grade connectivity, smart industries, and FWA solutions, positioning the partners at the forefront of Saudi digital transformation.
Meituan’s Delivery Arm Keeta Launches in Qatar Amid Global Expansion Push
China’s Meituan has launched its delivery arm Keeta in Qatar, marking its entry into the Gulf’s competitive food delivery sector. Aligning with Qatar Vision 2030, Keeta will leverage Meituan’s global scale while adapting to local market preferences in a country prioritizing digital services and economic diversification.
Pakistan Signs MoUs to Advance Digital Reforms through BOI–SECP Integration
Pakistan’s BOI has signed MoUs with seven regulators, including NEPRA, PEMRA, and DRAP, to integrate with SECP’s eService Portal. The initiative streamlines processes through the Pakistan Business Portal, advancing regulatory reform, digitization, and transparency to strengthen investor confidence and competitiveness.