In early October, STC launched the Saudi Cloud Computing company, known in short as the ’SCC’, as a partnership between STC and ELM, under the patronage of the National Information Center, as part of STC’s drive to contribute in their own way towards achieving Vision 2030 and create a brighter future for the generations to come and truly elevate the Kingdom’s economy.
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ITU-WTSA 16: Standardizing innovation
ITU is organizing the third Global Standards Symposium that will take place on 24 October 2016 in Hammamet, Tunisia and will be hosted by the Government of Tunisia.
STC unveils a range of advanced ICT solutions at GITEX 2016
Saudi Telecom Company (STC) is unveiling a range of advanced information communication technology (ICT) solutions during GITEX 2016, in Dubai between Oct. 16 and 20. STC Business, the national operator’s enterprise business unit, is showcasing the latest state-of-the-art mission critical communication solutions, cloud-based services, IoT and managed services, as well as its SME-focused retail in a box concept at its booth.
Zain KSA announces that License extension decision will save SAR 433 million per year
Zain Saudi Arabia confirms that the High Order announced today grants the company a 15-year extension to its License, a unified telecommunication license that allows the company to provide all telecommunication services, and enables the company to coordinate with the Ministry of Finance to discuss the alternatives regarding the amounts due to the government.
Zain Group promotes Dr. Andrew Arowojolu to chief regulatory officer
Zain Group announces the promotion of Dr. Andrew Arowojolu to group chief regulatory officer (CRO), effective October 1, 2016.
Ooredoo Algeria appoints new CEO
Ooredoo Algeria appointed Hendrik Kasteel officially as new CEO. The ceremony of appointment took place at Ooredoo Algeria’s headquarters in Algiers, in the presence of Waleed Mohamed Al -Sayed, Deputy CEO of Ooredoo group and Ooredoo Algeria executives.
Ahmed Bin Byat congratulates the youth for championing the spirit of the nation at UAE Youth Retreat
During the UAE Youth Retreat, an event announced by His Highness Sheikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, vice-president and prime minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, du chairman, Ahmed Bin Byat, addressed the future leaders of tomorrow in a compelling speech during which he highlighted the important benefits of youth participation for the UAE economy. He further went on to highlight the ways in which business in the UAE would benefit from youth insight.
du and Gemalto demonstrate the e-SIM based on latest GSMA specifications
UAE-based telecommunications service provider, du, demonstrated e-SIM for the first time in the Middle East, in collaboration with Gemalto, the world leader in digital security. Demonstrated during a roundtable held at the Grand Midwest Hotel in Media City, the e-SIM initiative will enable du's subscribers to activate the e-SIM on any device over the air. This will allow for an enhanced user experience in a new era of technology adoption that supports multi-device usage - such as smart watch, tablet, laptop, other wearable devices or even cars.
ITC participates in IDC IT Forum 2016 in Jeddah and Riyadh
Integrated Telecom Company (ITC) ), the leading provider of information and communications technology solutions participated in the ""2016 IDC IT Forum"" event that was held in Marriot Hotel in Riyadh on the 26th of September and the Sheraton Hotel in Jeddah on the 28th.