Zain KSA has launched new digital authentication services in Saudi Arabia through a partnership with the Sadq platform, enhancing digital transformation and sustainability. This initiative aims to improve customer experience, streamline operations, and bolster data protection, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030’s goals. Zain Cloud has been awarded the highest rating for cloud computing service providers by CST.
Najm for Insurance Services has partnered with Cambridge Mobile Telematics and AiGeNiX to launch a telematics initiative aimed at improving road safety in Saudi Arabia. The initiative uses advanced mobility analytics technologies to analyze driving data and promote safer driving practices, supporting the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 goals.
Opensignal’s latest analysis ranks Saudi Arabia third in 5G download speeds among EMEA markets, reflecting significant advancements in 5G deployment. The report highlights improvements in network performance, impressive 5G upload speeds, and the impact of government initiatives like Vision 2030 in fostering 5G growth in the GCC region.
The Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST) and Mawhiba are hosting the “Summer Forum” from 7 July to 1 August 2024 to train 11 students for the International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics in Brazil. The forum aims to foster talent and raise awareness in the space science and technology fields.
Dell Technologies, Aramco, and NITA have partnered to launch the ITXcelerate program, offering advanced training and certifications to Saudi graduates in IT fields. This initiative aims to build a skilled technology workforce, supporting Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and enhancing the Kingdom’s position as a tech hub.
Aramco Digital partners with WWT to develop an AI-powered Digital Innovation Economy in line with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. The collaboration aims to transform energy and healthcare sectors, accelerate AI infrastructure, and enhance local capabilities, driving sustainable economic growth and technological innovation in the Kingdom.
Ericsson extends its R&D collaboration with KAUST for two more years, focusing on next-gen telecom technologies, including 5G and 6G. The partnership, aligned with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, has produced significant advancements and will continue to explore new innovations, enhancing the kingdom’s ICT sector and talent development.
Minister of Communications and Information Technology Eng. Abdullah Al-Sawaha met with AWS CEO Matt Garman in Seattle to discuss their strategic partnership and AWS’s investments in Saudi Arabia. The discussions focused on strengthening digital infrastructure and advancing the digital economy and innovation in the region.
Fortinet’s 2024 Cloud Security Report reveals key trends and challenges in cloud security, emphasizing the importance of protecting cloud environments as Saudi Arabia advances its digital transformation. The report highlights global adoption of hybrid and multi-cloud strategies and identifies security, compliance, and resource limitations as primary challenges.
The fourth E3 Customer Experience Conference, organized by the National Customer Experience Academy (NCXA), will be held in Riyadh on July 9-10. The event will explore the latest trends and technologies in customer experience, featuring a hackathon and workshops, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030’s goals to enhance customer satisfaction and innovation.
