The evolution of technology brings Elon Musk’s xAI into focus with its plan to expand data centers into Saudi Arabia, drawn by competitive electricity rates and favorable regulations. By leasing facilities, not building anew, xAI aims to strengthen its global infrastructure.
Zain KSA and Cisco have joined forces to advance AI infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, supporting Vision 2030. Their collaboration will deliver GPU-powered services, foster digital innovation, and enhance local talent through AI training programs, aiming to position the Kingdom as a global leader in technology.
Nokia and Saudi Arabia’s telecom sector have tested indoor 5G Standalone network sharing with success. By using Nokia’s Shikra radios and core network software, operators like Zain and Mobily can provide high-speed 5G indoors efficiently, cutting costs and energy use.
The Saudis were over the moon with joy after their Minister of Communications and Information Technology, Abdullah Al-Sawah, announced on September 20, that the ban on all voice and video call services, which prevented Saudis and expatriate residents from communicating with the outside world, will be lifted. The decision is part of the new national strategy, known as Vision 2030, to expand the country’s economy and attract more business to the country in sectors such as tourism, entertainment, and telecommunications. The minister tweeted that the unblocking of VoIP calls will be made within a week with the help and support of telecom partners and in line with their #customer_first policy. “And we still strive for more,” he added. Al Sawah confirmed that the Government and telecommunications companies are working closely together to unblock all applications supported by VoIP and soon voice and video calls over the Internet will be available…
