Reports and Coverage

Data centers are at the heart of whatever we do online. There are an estimated 8 million data centers globally processing our online activities. Data centers (DCs) provide the computing and storage of incoming as well as outgoing data from IT network traffic and applications. The increase in the use of mobile and related technologies such as Cloud computing has accelerated the growth of DCs to support online activities from internet browsing to various autonomous operations and more.  Also read:  The rise of cloud communications

The digital economy is an important driver of innovation, competitiveness and growth worldwide. ICTs have tremendous potential to improve development outcomes in both emerging and developed markets and provide access to a whole new range of digitally-enabled products and services.

The International Information System Security Certification Consortium (ISC)2 UAE Chapter presented the Government Professional EMEA award for 2022 to H.E. Dr. Mohamed Al-Kuwaiti, head of cybersecurity, UAE government, in recognition of his work towards strengthening the global status of the UAE as a cybersecurity leader. The award also highlights efforts by the UAE Cybersecurity Council to improve the country's cybersecurity capabilities.

Salam, a leading ICT operator in Saudi Arabia, has been recognized for delivering the Best Video Experience in the Kingdom, based on consumer-initiated tests run through Speedtest^® by Ookla^®, the global provider of network intelligence and connectivity insights.

G42, the leading UAE-based AI and cloud computing technology company, announced a strategic equity-based partnership with Benya Technologies, the leading digital and ICT infrastructure provider in Egypt and the MEA Region, to deliver AI and critical telecom infrastructure in Egypt.

On the sidelines of GITEX Global 2022, the Huawei MEA Innovation Day 2022 was held on October 11, 2022, in collaboration with AICTO, with the theme “Collaboration to Unleash Innovation for Sustainable Digital Future.”

Presently, the majority of operations across many industries are going through digitalization, aiming to improve processes by leveraging digital technologies and digitized data. Behind this goal of achieving digital success are requirements and expectations to be met.

We live in a world where online payments, mobile banking, automated markets and contactless transactions are being done seamlessly. Both businesses and consumers are conducting their financial processes with the use of specialized software and algorithms, on either desktops or smartphones.

Amdocs, a leading provider of software and services to communications and media companies, has published research findings into consumers’ viewing expectations around the 2022 FIFA World Cup, which kicks off in Qatar in November.

For CSPs, technology is no longer just an enabler. Rather, it has become a core element of their offerings. CSPs are investing in capabilities that will help them transform their businesses to become more like digital companies and software-driven providers.