17 March 2026
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Cybersecurity Emerges as a Core Pillar of Saudi Vision 2030’s Final Phase

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Saudi Arabia’s rapid advancement toward Vision 2030 has placed cybersecurity at the center of national progress. With over $100 billion invested in AI and digital innovation, and 85% of key initiatives completed, the Kingdom is strengthening digital trust through advanced security frameworks, AI-enabled protection, and sector-wide collaboration. Cybersecurity now underpins economic resilience, public services, and long-term digital leadership.

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Magna AI Expands Deep Tech Investment in Saudi Arabia as Enterprise AI Demand Surges

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Magna AI, backed by Trend Micro and Wistron Digital Technology Holding Company, is expanding its operations in Saudi Arabia to meet rising enterprise AI demand and support Vision 2030. The company is building sovereign AI systems, launching major regional initiatives, enhancing cybersecurity capabilities, and enabling national-scale AI adoption across government, energy, finance, healthcare, and smart city sectors.

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Zain KSA Unveils Mobile-Homestar: A Global First in Mobile AI and One-Hop-to-Home Connectivity

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Zain KSA has launched Mobile-Homestar, the world’s first one-hop-to-home architecture, enabling mobile devices to directly access home computing, storage, and services without public cloud dependency. Powered by 5G-A, MEC, and intelligent algorithms, it revolutionizes gaming and smart-home use cases while preparing for future AI workloads. Designed to be open and scalable, the solution marks a major leap in intelligent mobile connectivity.

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Saudi Telecom Sector Revenues Reach Nearly $21 Billion in 2025 as Digital Demand Accelerates

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Saudi Arabia’s telecom sector generated nearly $21.5 billion in revenues in the first nine months of 2025, with profits rising 5.72% as digital adoption surged. stc accounted for 80% of total sector profits, while Mobily and Zain KSA delivered strong growth. Demand for 5G, cloud services, IoT and AI continues to drive expansion, supported by Vision 2030’s digital transformation agenda.

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Saudi Arabia’s GO Rebrands as Etihad GO Telecom to Support Vision 2030 Digital Transformation

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Saudi Arabia’s GO has rebranded to Etihad GO Telecom as part of a strategic shift aimed at strengthening its presence in the telecom and technology sectors. Approved by shareholders in October, the new identity aligns with the company’s plans to boost technical capabilities, expand digital services, and support Saudi Vision 2030’s national digital transformation agenda. The company’s Tadawul ticker has now been updated to GO TELECOM.

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Multinet Pakistan and LCCI Partner to Fast-Track Digital Transformation for Businesses and SMEs

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Multinet Pakistan has signed an MoU with the Lahore Chamber of Commerce & Industry to offer LCCI members a 30% discount on a broad range of cloud, cybersecurity, IoT, and data analytics services, backed by nationwide fiber connectivity. The one-year agreement also includes joint workshops and awareness sessions, aligning with Pakistan’s Digital Pakistan agenda and supporting over 46,000 member businesses in accelerating their digital transformation.

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ABB Opens New AI and Digital Solutions Training Center in UAE to Accelerate Regional Energy Transition

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ABB has opened a US$2 million AI and digital solutions training center in Dubai to upskill 2,000 engineers annually and support the Middle East’s energy transition. The 2,500 m² facility will train professionals in digital asset management, predictive maintenance and modern electrification technologies while helping industries upgrade legacy systems for greater efficiency, resilience and sustainability.

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NVIDIA Eyes Morocco as Next Strategic Hub Following South Africa AI Factory Launch

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NVIDIA is targeting Morocco as a priority market after launching its first African AI factory in South Africa through partner Cassava Technologies. A delegation visited Rabat to assess opportunities as the company plans further expansion across Egypt, Kenya, Morocco and Nigeria. Analysts cite Morocco’s proximity to Europe, strong digital ambitions and supportive policy environment, though experts note that advanced skills, cloud capacity and incentive frameworks are crucial to securing major AI investments.

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Morocco Warns Against Digital Dependence as Minister Calls for African Tech Sovereignty at MeDays Forum

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Morocco’s digital transition minister Amal El Fellah Seghrouchni warned at the MeDays Southern Forum that Africa risks deep digital dependence unless it builds sovereign capabilities in AI, data centers, chips and cybersecurity. Highlighting Morocco’s investments in sovereign cloud infrastructure, data embassies, and startup support, she urged African nations to strengthen local tech ecosystems to avoid relying on foreign algorithms and infrastructure. The discussion emphasized balancing digital progress with sovereignty, security and long-term resilience.

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