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Cisco and KAUST have partnered to establish an AI institute in Saudi Arabia to advance research, innovation, and talent development in line with Vision 2030. The institute will focus on AI infrastructure, education, and industrial applications to drive the Kingdom’s digital transformation.
Saudi Arabia and Brazil have signed an agreement to use Saudi digital technology for tree planting in Jatai, Brazil. Sponsored by MEWA and the Brazilian government, this partnership aims to enhance environmental preservation, sustainable development, and entrepreneurship through technology and expertise exchange, aligning with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.
Jordan will host the ITU Regional Development Forum for Arab States and a preparatory meeting for the World Telecommunication Development Conference (WTDC). These events aim to foster cooperation and address regional challenges in ICT development, highlighting Jordan’s role in promoting collaboration within the telecommunications sector.
Zain Bahrain, alongside Fakhro Electronics and Nokia, showcased AI-driven data center technologies aimed at enhancing network operations. The event demonstrated cutting-edge solutions designed for the evolving needs of modern networks.
Network International launched the UAE’s first biometric payments proof-of-concept with the Central Bank, showcasing palm and facial recognition for secure, cardless transactions and reinforcing the country’s push toward frictionless, future-ready digital payments.
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GSMA Foundry and Khalifa University have partnered to advance telecom-specific artificial intelligence, launching assets such as TelecomGPT and an Open Telco Knowledge Graph. The collaboration aims to overcome the limitations of general-purpose AI models by developing specialised datasets, benchmarks and tools that improve accuracy, efficiency and performance in critical network operations.
The Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) has granted HyperPay a license to offer digital payment services via an electronic wallet in Saudi Arabia. This move supports the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 by promoting cashless transactions and digital transformation in the financial sector, contributing to financial inclusion and innovation.
Saudi Arabia and Syria have signed an MoU linking Seha Virtual Hospital with Syria’s Health Ministry, enabling real-time consultations, digital healthcare access, and collaboration in emergency management, preventive care, and health investment. The partnership underscores Saudi Arabia’s role in regional health innovation and Syria’s efforts to rebuild its medical system.
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