e& Enterprise has partnered with Cloudera to accelerate digital transformation in the Middle East. The collaboration focuses on AI-powered solutions, generative AI, and data management to enhance efficiency in key sectors like telecom, healthcare, and finance. Together, they aim to foster innovation and drive business growth across the region.
Axidian is unveiling its advanced identity security solution, Axidian Shield, at Black Hat MEA 2024 in Riyadh. The company is showcasing its cybersecurity offerings, including PAM, IAM, and PKI management. This participation supports Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 initiative, emphasizing the importance of cutting-edge security solutions in the kingdom’s tech transformation.
Mohammad Al-Marshed has been appointed as Zain Group’s new Chief Technology Officer (CTO) on November 24, 2024. With over 22 years of experience in telecommunications and ICT, Al-Marshed brings expertise in digital transformation, networks, and leadership across diverse projects and cultures, making significant contributions to Zain Group’s technological advancements.
Cisco is collaborating with the UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) to advance Industry 4.0 adoption in the UAE manufacturing sector. The initiative focuses on boosting productivity, efficiency, and sustainability through IoT and real-time location services, aligning with the UAE’s national strategy to become a global industrial hub.
Shaza Fatima Khawaja, Pakistan’s Minister of State for IT and Telecommunication, met with an Omani delegation to discuss collaboration in the IT and telecom sectors and preparations for Comex 2025. The event is seen as an opportunity for Pakistan to showcase its tech capabilities and enhance bilateral ties in these sectors.
SAP and Chalhoub Group have partnered to implement RISE with SAP, hosted on Microsoft Azure, as part of Chalhoub’s digital transformation. This collaboration will modernize Chalhoub’s IT infrastructure, enhance operational efficiency, and leverage AI to optimize business processes, supporting its expansion plans across the Middle East and beyond.
Deloitte has expanded its Anaplan offerings to the GCC market, aiming to enhance business planning and decision-making with advanced data and analytics tools. The collaboration will help organizations streamline operations and improve forecasting capabilities, driving digital transformation and economic growth in the region.
Ezditek has broken ground on its flagship data center, RUH01, in Riyadh. The facility, located within Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, aims to support Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation with 24 MW capacity and rapid connectivity. Set to go live by Q1 2026, it will enhance data sovereignty and support cloud providers.
IT spending in the MENA region is projected to reach $230.7 billion in 2025, driven by investments in AI, cloud services, and cybersecurity. This growth is propelled by both government and private sector initiatives, aiming to make MENA a global AI hub. Data center systems and GenAI investments will lead the charge.
Pure Data Centres and Dune Vaults have formed a joint venture to develop hyperscale data centres in Saudi Arabia. This strategic partnership aims to meet growing demand for AI and cloud services, with a focus on sustainable data centre solutions to support Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and digital transformation goals.
