A robot has become the first to be ‘granted’ Saudi citizenship in an on-stage interview in which it mocked Tesla …
Saudi Arabia announces $500B project to build mega city NEOM
NEOM will focus on nine specialised investment sectors that will drive the future of human civilisation, energy and water, mobility, biotech, food, technological and digital sciences, advanced manufacturing, media, and entertainment.
Nokia, Zain Saudi Arabia trial NB-IoT technology
Nokia and Zain Saudi Arabia have announced a significant step towards the creation of an IoT ecosystem in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with the successful trial of NB-IoT (Narrowband Internet of Things) technology at a live site in Mina area of Makkah Province.
Saudi Arabia to lift ban on VoIP services
The country’s Minister of Telecommunications and IT, Amer Al-Sawahah made the announcement on Twitter.
Saudi Arabia launches Hajj digital experience platforms
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Culture and Information (MOCI) has launched two digital platforms in the lead-up to the Hajj pilgrimage, …
Max brings e-commerce platform to Saudi Arabia
Max, a regional fashion brand, has reportedly launched its new online shopping website (www.maxfashion.com) and iPhone and Android apps, for customers across Saudi Arabia.
Saudi Arabia to pay two state firms $1.14bn for broadband rollout
Saudi Telecom Co (STC) will be paid about 2.7 billion riyals in “financial support” as part of its agreement with Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, the company said in a statement.
Saudi Arabia’s MCI launches Huawei Riyadh innovation centre
Saudi Arabia’s advisor to the minister of commerce and investment Dr. Ghassan Alsulaiman has inaugurated one of Huawei’s largest Middle …
Double Vision: Will Saudi Arabia’s $45 billion tech bet help it to meet its 2030 targets?
It seems that Saudi Arabia’s pledge to make technology a key pillar of Vision 2030 was far from hollow. The …
US to deliver smart bombs to Saudi Arabia
The US will start delivering smart bombs to Saudi Arabia as part of a $1.3 billion arms package approved in 2015, according to a report by Bloomberg citing two officials with knowledge of the plans.
UAE, Saudi Arabia drive GCC mobile market
The GCC mobile phone market started 2017 off on a positive note, according to the latest figures announced by IDC.
GE signs $15 billion business & tech deals with Saudi Arabia
GE has announced further support to Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, having signed a range of Memorandums of Understanding and projects valued at $15 billion.
Saudi Arabia access control market headed for fast growth
The access control market in Saudi Arabia is witnessing rapid growth as governments and large enterprises increase investments in securing smart infrastructure projects and aim to create smart connected environments.
Saudi Arabia’s alfanar empowers 20,000 staff with smart tech portfolio
With over 20,000 employees on its books and an increasingly international sales team to support, CIO Marco van de Sandt has built the foundations of technological change at alfanar, which is now reaping the benefits.
Sage, Dynamic Cloud partner in Saudi Arabia
Sage has appointed Dynamic Cloud as an authorised partner for Sage X3, Sage X3 People, Sage 300 and Sage CRM business management solutions in Saudi Arabia.
‘ESET Security Days’ launched in Saudi Arabia
ESET has announced that its ESET Security Days are set to debut in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia this month.
Huawei, Zain Saudi Arabia agree five-year managed services deal
Zain Saudi Arabia and Huawei Tech Investment Saudi Arabia have signed a five-year managed services agreement that will enable the …
Saudi Arabia ICT spending to reach $33.8 billion
The Saudi ICT market will rebound in 2017 to reach a value of $33.8 billion for the year, according to the latest insights presented by International Data Corporation (IDC).
HDS names new Country Manager for Saudi Arabia
Hitachi Data Systems (HDS) has appointed Sameh Hassan as the new Country Manager for Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
TechAccess sharpens focus on Saudi Arabia
TechAccess has announced that it will strengthen its focus on Saudi Arabia and is encouraging its partner community to advance their skills by taking advantage of its fully equipped Partner HUB.