Andrew Hanna, CEO of ZainTECH, highlights Saudi Arabia’s rapid digital transformation, driven by quick decision-making and evolving regulations. ZainTECH’s business in the Kingdom has doubled year-over-year, reflecting the country’s technological growth. Hanna also emphasizes practical AI adoption, incremental digital transformation, and the importance of cybersecurity in the region’s future.
Zain and Parallel Wireless have successfully completed a 5G Standalone Proof of Concept, achieving over 1.3 Gbps download speeds, surpassing performance benchmarks. The milestone demonstrates the potential of Open RAN technology to deliver high performance, scalability, and energy efficiency, positioning Kuwait as a global ICT leader.
Daban Ahmed has launched Iraq’s first telecom company with 5G technology, marking a major step in the country’s digital transformation. This initiative will provide ultra-fast internet, create new job opportunities, and enable innovations in AI, IoT, smart cities, and other sectors, boosting Iraq’s economic and technological future.
Bangladesh’s ICT Roadmap 2030 envisions a digital transformation that positions the country as a global tech leader. Focused on job creation, skills development, cybersecurity, and innovation, it aims to foster a robust ICT infrastructure, digital inclusion, and sustainability. The roadmap will drive economic growth and improve quality of life.
VEON Banglalink and Huawei have successfully deployed the first Invisible Antenna in Bangladesh, improving indoor coverage and wireless connectivity. The antenna, designed with Huawei’s unique Metal Mesh material, enhances signal strength and reduces network issues. This innovative solution represents a step forward in Banglalink’s efforts to improve its network performance.
stc Group and AWS have announced a strategic partnership to drive digital transformation in Saudi Arabia, combining AWS cloud and AI/ML services with stc’s local expertise. This collaboration will empower businesses across sectors like healthcare, finance, and education, while aligning with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goals.
Accenture and Google Cloud have partnered to drive the adoption of generative AI and cloud solutions in Saudi Arabia. This collaboration aims to address local data sovereignty needs, improve customer experiences, and help organizations boost operational efficiency through AI. The partnership will also expand the Generative AI Center of Excellence to Saudi Arabia.
Etihad Salam Telecom and ELM have partnered to drive digital transformation in Saudi Arabia. The collaboration combines Salam’s telecommunications infrastructure with ELM’s expertise in smart city solutions and emerging technologies like AI, IoT, and blockchain. Together, they aim to enhance urban living and provide sustainable, connected solutions across the Kingdom.
Salam has partnered with CDNetworks to enhance internet services in Saudi Arabia, offering low-latency, high-quality connectivity. This collaboration addresses the growing demand for digital content and services, positioning the Kingdom as a hub for gaming, video streaming, and content delivery network markets, aligning with digital transformation goals.
Vodafone Business IoT has partnered with Mobily to enhance IoT connectivity in Saudi Arabia. The collaboration enables Vodafone customers to deploy IoT devices across the Middle East with secure, reliable, and compliant connectivity, leveraging Mobily’s national network and Vodafone’s Global SIM+ eSIM for seamless cross-border connectivity.
