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Saudi Arabia’s Cabinet has approved key international initiatives, including hosting talks for peace in Ukraine and strengthening women’s empowerment under Vision 2030. The Kingdom’s leadership also emphasized support for Palestine, Syria, and regional cooperation. Additionally, positive economic growth and national projects were reviewed, along with celebrations of Saudi Flag Day.
April 14, 2025 – As global trade wars escalate, threatening millions of petabytes of data and driving up storage costs,…
Stc group has been ranked as the third strongest telecom brand globally in the 2024 Brand Finance Telecom 150 Report. This recognition highlights stc’s exceptional customer loyalty, brand perception, and innovation, solidifying its position as a leader in digital transformation and connectivity across the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe.
stc Group has become the largest telecom operator in MENA with a market capitalization of $57.7 billion. The company’s growth was driven by a 7.9% rise in mobile subscribers and a 2% increase in net profit. Additionally, stc launched Saudi Arabia’s first licensed digital financial institution, STC Bank.
Globitel announces the launch of its new division, Globitel Networks, in March 2025. This division aims to provide innovative telecom solutions, focusing on network security and revenue assurance. Globitel Networks will serve top telecom operators in the region, including Zain, Ooredoo, and STC, marking a key step in the company’s growth.
Riyadh Air has partnered with Viasat to provide free, high-speed in-flight connectivity for loyalty members on its initial Boeing 787 Dreamliners. Passengers will enjoy seamless streaming, browsing, and live TV access. The collaboration ensures future-proof satellite technology and digital enhancements, revolutionizing the travel experience.
Zain KSA and Huawei are advancing Saudi Vision 2030 with innovative 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) solutions. These solutions provide fast and reliable broadband for homes, small businesses, and enterprises, supporting services like XR, gaming, and IoT, while driving digital transformation.
Qatar is poised to see a 2.3% increase in GDP and generate $5 billion in AI-driven revenue by 2030. The AI Tour in Doha, hosted by Microsoft, highlighted the nation’s transformation into an AI leader, with a focus on AI integration, job creation, and alignment with Qatar’s Vision 2030.
e& enterprise and Microsoft’s enhanced partnership leverages cutting-edge GenAI and cloud technologies to deliver tailored AI solutions across MENAT, driving digital transformation while prioritizing ethical AI adoption and regional market needs.
Karachi & Islamabad, September 2025: The Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) has reinforced its commitment to the Pakistan market with the…