Zain KSA, the leading digital services provider in Saudi Arabia, has unveiled a full suite of digital services and solutions at the global tech event, LEAP 2024.
A strategic sponsor of the flagship event, Zain KSA demonstrated its newest technologies, developed through strategic partnerships, to captivated audiences. With a unique design featuring natural elements and lush greens alongside interactive screens, Zain KSA’s booth resonated with the company’s strategic approach of harmonizing technology and sustainability.
The Smart Cities section featured Zain KSA’s contributions to enable digital services and solutions across some of the Kingdom’s futuristic Giga-projects and support the Kingdom’s digital transformation. The Sustainable Tech corner highlighted the world’s first zero-emission 5G network, featuring the eco-friendly towers the company helped design and build with great consideration to biodiversity protection.
Zain KSA’s partnerships with some of the world-leading tech companies took center stage at the event, bringing out the company’s commitment to the Kingdom’s digital growth. Among the exciting technologies unveiled has been Zain KSA’s vision for smart stadiums that will change the game for sports fans in the Kingdom and beyond.
Visitors, experts, and investors had the unique opportunity to closely explore Zain KSA’s latest advancements in next-gen technologies. The booth also featured an exclusive section that transported attendees to Riyadh and the Kingdom to the year 2030 and beyond. The immersive journey vividly demonstrated Zain KSA’s vision for a sustainable and technologically advanced future.
A Nationwide Tech Enabler
Commenting on Zain KSA’s successful exhibition at LEAP, Zain KSA's Chief Business and Wholesale Officer Eng. Saad Al-Sadhan stated, "At Zain KSA, we are proud to be at the forefront of technological innovation, driving progress and sustainable development in Saudi Arabia. Our partnerships and collaborations, showcased at events like LEAP, underscore our commitment to pushing the limits of technological advancements. By working with industry partners, investors, and like-minded leaders, we are enabling the nation’s digital transformation and positioning Saudi Arabia as a global hub for digital innovation. This collective effort is shaping a future where technology enhances lives and drives the goals of Saudi Vision 2030."
Zain KSA has emerged as a pivotal player in Saudi Arabia's dynamic tech landscape, strategically aligning its path with the core pillars of sustainability and technology. At the heart of Zain KSA’s vision lies a comprehensive development strategy aimed at fostering a sustainable, digital economy and inclusive knowledge-based society, and becoming a key enabler of Saudi Vision 2030’s ambitious goals.
Beyond showcasing its latest innovations, Zain KSA announced over 25 partnerships with local and global tech leaders set to transform the Kingdom’s digital landscape for business users and the community. By collaborating with global tech companies, Zain KSA ensures that it remains at the forefront of cutting-edge technologies such as AI, cloud computing, machine learning, and cybersecurity, while also fostering local innovation within their ecosystem.
Championing Sustainable Tech
Zain KSA has had a meaningful impact on the tech industry in Saudi Arabia, driven by its commitment to innovation and sustainability within an ESG framework that proactively pushes toward responsible growth in harmony with the people and the planet. Beyond its commitment to embedding ESG into its core business, Zain KSA's focus on sustainability extends to forging partnerships with enterprises that share its goals.
Existing collaborations with many partners have resulted in groundbreaking advancements in the ESG field, including the world's first zero-emission 5G network. This particularly noteworthy project highlights the collaborative and mindful approach of Zain KSA and its partners. Echoing a shared commitment to environmental preservation, the network was built through a meticulous tower planning approach utilizing cutting-edge technologies to monitor and anticipate the impact on the Red Sea wildlife, including animal tracking solutions.
Building on this milestone, Zain KSA aspires to harness similar solutions to drive green network research and innovation in the Kingdom and the world. Zain KSA is dedicated to green network research, working to expand the adoption of green technology within their networks and facilities. For business partners, Zain KSA offers solutions that promote operational efficiency and sustainability across their organizations, including smart worker management which enables the full digitalization of paperwork and the smart waste management solutions offered to smart city projects.
Looking ahead, Zain KSA is positioned to further empower the Kingdom’s position on the global ICT map in the coming decade and beyond. Through investments in the latest global technologies and strategic partnerships with world-leading tech providers, the company is determined to accelerate the Kingdom’s digital growth through a robust, and more localized technology ecosystem. With a strong focus on smart cities and other advanced technologies thriving in Saudi Arabia, Zain KSA will continue to drive progress and innovation within Saudi Arabia's tech industry, ensuring a sustainable and prosperous future for all.