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Saudi Arabia launches $100 Billion AI initiative to lead in global tech

CIO Business Intelligence

The program, known as Project Transcendence, marks a significant push by the Kingdom to develop a robust AI ecosystem that can rival leading tech hubs, including neighbouring United Arab Emirates and other global technology centers. In recent years, the Kingdom has set up research centers, ministries, and educational programs focused on AI.

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Europe takes on Starlink with $11.5 billion IRIS² satellite constellation

Network World

ESA expects to launch the first IRIS satellites in 2029, and SpaceRISE, a consortium formed by satellite operators Eutelsat, Hispasat, and SES, said it expects to begin providing service in early 2030. As the third major EU space program, IRIS is poised to enhance Europes technological resilience and competitiveness. billion ($11.1

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Huawei Cloud unveils AI initiatives to support Saudi Vision 2030

CIO Business Intelligence

These initiatives are set to play a crucial role in supporting the Kingdom’s ambitious Vision 2030 goals, which seek to diversify the economy and establish Saudi Arabia as a global leader in technology and innovation. Huawei Cloud’s AI initiatives are directly aligned with these goals.

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Data center certifications target newcomers, experts, and sustainability pros

Network World

Uptime Education, for example, has a recertification program every three years. Uptime Institute Data Center Fundamentals Uptime Institutes Data Center Fundamentals (DCF) is a one-day program that provides an overview of what data centers are and what they do. It gives you that awareness into the industry.

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SAP customers struggle with S/4HANA migration

CIO Business Intelligence

Migration toS/4HANA must be completed by 2030, and thats only if they buy into SAPs special three-year reprieve beyond standard maintenance end-of-life at the end of 2027. SAP user companies are up against the clock. The complexity of the project and the required resources are underestimated, while organizational competence is overestimated.

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SAP to give on-prem customers three-year reprieve — with a catch

CIO Business Intelligence

All told then, migration to S/4HANA would need to be completed by the end of 2030. According to the report, companies that introduce the new product generation as part of the Rise with SAP program will be able to optionally use their old systems until the end of 2033. SAP confirmed these plans upon request, reported Handelsblatt.

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Saudi Arabia’s cybersecurity strategy: Building a resilient digital future

CIO Business Intelligence

Through partnerships with global tech firms and academic institutions, the Kingdom is investing in cybersecurity education, certification programs, and specialized training. The Kingdoms Vision 2030 is also a driving force behind its cybersecurity efforts.

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