Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Labor and Social Development has reinforced its call for individual employers to issue prepaid payroll or …
Op-ed: The global tech industry can no longer ignore Saudi Arabia
Silicon Valley’s eye is now well and truly on Saudi Arabia. The Wall Street Journal reported that state-owned oil firm …
Saudi Arabia bans expats from 12 jobs as unemployment rises
The list bans expats from working in shops selling watches, optical items, medical equipment and electronics, to name a few.
Saudi Arabia hosts first IoT-centric exhibition
Saudi Arabia is hosting its very first Internet of Things exhibition, which runs from 28th to 30th January in Riyadh.
Saudi Arabia releases billionaire and tech investor Bin Talal
Major technology investor Prince Alwaleed bin Talal has been freed from detention by the Saudi government.
Saudi Arabia commits to build a digital future, says minister
Saudi Arabia’s Minister for Communications and Information Technology has outlined the Kingdom’s digital vision as part of the country’s participation …
Quick charging hubs to drive Saudi Arabia’s electric vehicle push
State-controlled Saudi Electricity Co (SEC) has inked a partnership deal with Japanese Tokyo Electric Power Co (TEPCO), Nissan Motor Co …
Saudi Arabia’s STC and Mobily increase data pack prices
Saudi Telecom Company (STC) and Etihad Etisalat (Mobily) have reportedly announced data pack price hikes by up to 50 percent.
Dell EMC forum facilitates Saudi Arabia’s directives of Vision 2030
Dell EMC hosted its flagship Dell EMC Forum at the Four Seasons Hotel in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Following Dell Technologies’ …
UAE, Saudi Arabia plan to launch joint digital currency
The UAE is working with Saudi Arabia’s central bank to develop a joint digital currency to be used for cross-border transactions between the two nations.
STC selects Qualys to deliver security and compliance solutions in Saudi Arabia
STC and Qualys have announced an agreement to deliver a regionally hosted, cloud-based security and compliance platform to secure global digital transformation for enterprises throughout the Saudi Arabia.
PayPal launches Seller Protection Programme in Saudi Arabia
The PayPal Seller Protection Programme is designed to empower local businesses to trade online, both locally and globally with confidence and peace of mind.
Lenovo DCG appoints Ingram Micro as Saudi Arabia VAD
Lenovo DCG (Data Center Group) has announced the appointment of Ingram Micro, as its value-added distributor (VAD) in the Kingdom …
Noon, eXtra tie up to distribute top electronics brands in Saudi Arabia
Noon.com has recently signed a partnership agreement with United Electronics Company (eXtra), Saudi electronics giant to be the online platform’s exclusive partner for a range of consumer electronics and home appliance items.
Saudi Arabia rolls out new e-system to streamline Hajj and Umrah services
The move aims to deliver the highest efficiency for the arrival and departure of pilgrims as well as the services provided during their stay in the Kingdom.
Saudi Arabia thinks big in vision for startups
In line with Vision 2030, which entails tech-led overhaul of the economy, Saudi Arabia is encouraging the world’s entrepreneurs and …
SoftBank Group to invest around $25 billion in Saudi Arabia
Japan-based SoftBank Group aims to invest approximately $25 billion in Saudi Arabia over the coming three to four years, as …
SANS offers cybersecurity training in Saudi Arabia
SANS Institute has opened registration for its upcoming cyber security training event in Saudi Arabia, taking place in Khobar from …
Saudi Arabia sets up new authority for cybersecurity
The National Authority for Cyber Security has been created to “boost the cybersecurity of the state, and protect its vital interests, national security and sensitive infrastructure.
Gaza Cybergang targets UAE and Saudi Arabia
Kaspersky Lab experts are registering important changes in the operations of the infamous Gaza Cybergang, which is actively targeting multiple …