Saudi Arabia is transforming its industrial cities into smart cities as part of its national diversification plan. The country is embracing cutting-edge technologies like AI, robotics, and 3D printing to drive economic growth, enhance manufacturing efficiency, and establish itself as a regional hub for technological innovation and research.
Northstar Telecom has partnered with EICT Technology to introduce its Startracker Vehicle Tracking Service to Saudi Arabia. The collaboration aims to enhance fleet management through advanced tracking features, offering businesses real-time monitoring, analytics, and custom alerts. EICT Technology will handle local sales, marketing, and support for the service.
Salesforce has announced plans to expand its operations in Saudi Arabia with a new regional headquarters in Riyadh, along with a partnership with IBM to launch an AI Center of Excellence. The company also committed to upskilling 30,000 Saudi citizens by 2030, supporting Vision 2030’s digital transformation goals.
Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) has sold Thiqah Business Services to Elm for 3.4 billion Saudi riyals ($907 million). This sale is part of PIF’s strategy to strengthen reserves and focus on local investments in anticipation of Saudi Arabia’s economic transformation under the Vision 2030 plan.
Oracle’s first CloudWorld Tour event in Saudi Arabia marks a key milestone in its commitment to supporting the Kingdom’s AI economy. The event celebrated 30 years of Oracle’s involvement in Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation, featuring keynotes, AI demonstrations, and showcasing Oracle’s cloud innovations that align with Vision 2030.
Nokia and Zain KSA have partnered to launch the first 4G/5G Femtocell solution in the region, aiming to improve indoor mobile connectivity for businesses in Saudi Arabia. This collaboration aligns with Saudi Vision 2030 and supports Zain KSA’s investment in 5G and digital transformation across the Kingdom.
Tawakkalna continues to improve digital services for Saudi citizens, residents, and visitors by offering access to over 600 e-government services. The app simplifies daily tasks and supports government entities with technical integration. Its ongoing updates align with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goals for enhanced digital government services.
Virgin Mobile KSA has launched a new campaign promoting its Switch Postpaid Plan, addressing the common frustration of overpaying for unused services. The campaign uses humor and relatable scenarios to connect with Saudi audiences, aiming to offer a practical solution to the issue of overpayment through three films.
The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) has recognized Saudi Arabia’s Digital Regulatory Academy (DRA) for its role in advancing digital capabilities globally. The DRA has contributed to the Telecommunications and Technology Assistance Project and trained over 900 individuals from 100+ countries, furthering the nation’s leadership in digital regulation and transformation.
Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) is reportedly close to taking a 10% stake in DAZN for US$1 billion. The sports streaming service, which has ties to Saudi sports, plans to break even this year after accumulating $5 billion in losses. DAZN also aims to acquire Foxtel for $2.2 billion.
