Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
SDAIA Academy has opened registration for a five-day quantum computing boot camp to build national capabilities, combining theoretical foundations with hands-on training as part of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 digital and human capital development goals.
Cyberani has partnered with Bahrain-based CTM360 to integrate digital risk protection and external attack surface management into its managed security services, enhancing 24/7 threat visibility and response for organisations across Saudi Arabia.
Kingdom Centre’s landmark redevelopment in Riyadh is nearing completion, introducing enhanced luxury retail, hospitality, dining, digital innovation, and visitor engagement features aligned with Saudi Vision 2030 and the city’s global ambitions.
Saudi Arabia has begun construction of the world’s largest government data centre in Riyadh, a 480MW Tier IV facility developed by SDAIA. The Hexagon data centre will host hundreds of government systems and support data sovereignty, AI innovation, and the Kingdom’s digital economy ambitions.
Huawei Cloud gathered over 150 partners in Saudi Arabia to share its ecosystem strategy and reinforce long-term collaboration. The event highlighted partner success stories, recognised top performers, and underscored Huawei Cloud’s role in supporting the Kingdom’s digital transformation.
Saudi Arabia has begun construction of the Hexagon Data Centre in Riyadh, set to become the world’s largest government data centre with 480MW capacity. Led by SDAIA, the Tier IV facility will support government digital services, strengthen national data infrastructure, and advance Vision 2030 goals for a knowledge-based, AI-driven economy.
Saudi Arabia has launched a digital guide to streamline coastal tourism regulations, starting with yachting activities. The platform centralizes requirements, improves transparency for tourists and investors, and supports sustainable tourism growth under Vision 2030.
Saudi Arabia’s digital economy contributed 16 percent of GDP in 2024, driven by strong growth in ICT revenues, telecommunications activity, and a sharp rise in ICT exports and imports, reflecting the sector’s expanding role in the national economy.
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Merak Capital has invested SAR203 million in Saudi cybersecurity firm DSShield to support expansion of operations, technology development, and managed services. The deal strengthens DSShield’s role in Saudi Arabia’s rapidly growing cybersecurity market and supports its pathway toward a future public listing.