Reports and Coverage

Kagool, a leading global data and analytics player is expanding into the Middle East and North Africa with the opening of its regional headquarters in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Aviation enables both physical as well as informational connections between people and businesses, and its global approach has changed considerably over the years. New technologies and standards are giving rise to connected-anywhere concepts that are enabled by digital ecosystems.

Under the patronage of His Excellency the Governor of Digital Government Authority, Eng. Ahmed bin Mohammed Alsuwaiyan, the cutting-edge cybersecurity company sirar by stc signed an agreement with Fintech Saudi, in the presence of the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology for the Technology sector Mr. Ibrahim Al-Nasser; the Deputy Governor of the Communications and Information Technology Commission for the Information and Emerging Technologies’ sector Mr. Raed Al-Fayez; Deputy Governor for Development and Technology at Saudi Central Bank, Mr. Ziad Al-Yousef; and the Deputy Strategy & International Affairs at Capital Market Authority, Mr. Yazeed AlDemaigi.

By Naif Sheshah, Assistant Deputy Governor for Planning and Development and Chief Digital Officer at the Communications and Information Technology Commission (CITC)

After the Twitter takeover fallout, Tesla owner Elon Musk seems to have another headache to deal with. His electric car maker brand Tesla has been accused of misleading consumers about its driver assistance systems by a California regulator.

Telecom’s importance will continue to be magnified as the global population is expected to reach 8 billion by November 2022. With this massive number of people distributed worldwide coupled with fast-paced digital development, the need to be connected prevails.

Advances in digital technology will further the real-time, engaging and more immersive experiences in the digital world, a virtual landscape which is steadily inching towards a 10 Gbps network speed across the globe.

UAE – the United Arab Emirates – has been a distinct icon for technology, innovation, research and economic development. Marking its 50-year journey, the celebration of the UAE's golden jubilee year was held in 2021. In keeping with this focus, Vision 2021 has turned key national priorities into reality.

The connectivity gap is still apparent, particularly when we study how urban and rural areas function. Looking at the increase in online activities as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, connected areas were resilient in the face of change and uncertainty, while unconnected areas were stuck in a blind spot.

The most influential leaders’ summit will be back on December 7-8. The Telecom Review Leaders’ Summit has become a global event with a significant influence on the ICT industry following the great success of 15 editions held so far. This year’s 16th edition is going to be bigger and better so make sure to register now on the link below: