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The Center for Space Futures is a global center specializing in space-related fields. It was established to foster collaboration, exchange expertise, and share knowledge in the global space economy. The center contributes to the growth of economic, research, and innovation sectors in space-related fields. It is managed by the Saudi Space Agency (SSA) in collaboration with the World Economic Forum. Establishment of the Center for Space Futures The Center for Space Futures was established through...
Riyadh Techstars Accelerator is a technical program approved by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology , in partnership with the global Techstars network. It aims to accelerate the businesses of digital startups in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and invest in early-stage projects, from inception to growth. This initiative aligns with the targets of the Communications and Information Technology Strategy and the core pillars of Saudi Vision 2030 . The first Riyadh Techstars Accele...
The Beem application is an instant messaging application unveiled on February 7, 2023, as a Saudi initiative during the LEAP 23 conference, held in Riyadh from February 6 to 9, 2023, under the title 'Towards New Horizons.' Beem partnerships MENA Communication and Saudi Telecom Company ( stc ) announced the launch of the Beem instant messaging application, as the result of a Saudi-Chinese partnership represented by stc and MENA Communication. Beem is a competitive application for insta...
The satellites 'SaudiSat 1A' and 'SaudiSat 1B' were the first satellites launched by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in 2000 to receive, store, and transmit data to ground stations. These were followed by the launch of sixteen satellites up until 2021, including SaudiSat 1C, SaudiSat 2, SaudiComSat 1 and SaudiComSat 2, SaudiSat 3, the data relay satellite system (SaudiComSat 3, 4, 5, 6, 7), SaudiSat 4, the moon exploration mission Chang'e 4, SaudiSat 5A and SaudiSat 5B, and...
Yes, it is King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology ( KACST ), established in 1977 under the name 'Saudi Arabian National Center for Science and Technology (SANCST).' It was renamed King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology in 1985. The center is headquartered in Riyadh , the capital of the Kingdom. King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology operates in the fields of science and technology and industrial development through its scientific research. It contributes to the...
The National Technology Development Program (NTDP) is a Saudi program that aims to strengthen the information technology (IT) sector, boost its efficiency, and ensure sustainable growth by leveraging financial and knowledge components, in collaboration with several government entities. Launched in 2020 with a budget of SAR2.5 billion, it seeks to support and accelerate the growth of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s information technology sector. Objectives of the National Technology Development ...
Cybersecurity Bootcamps are training camps in the field of cybersecurity launched by the National Cybersecurity Authority on June 6, 2024, in collaboration with the Saudi Information Technology Company (SITE) . These bootcamps target undergraduate students specializing in cybersecurity or related disciplines. Location of Cybersecurity Bootcamps The Cybersecurity Bootcamp training sessions were held in the capital, Riyadh , as well as in the cities of Jeddah and al-Khobar . The bootcamps lasted ...
The Saudi Information Technology Company 'SITE' is one of the Public Investment Fund Companies. Established in 2017, it leverages its domestic capabilities and international partnerships to develop innovative and reliable products, services, and solutions in the fields of cybersecurity and cloud computing. Additionally, SITE works on system integration and human capital development. SITE's role The Saudi Information Technology Company 'SITE' provides cybersecurity servi...
The communications and information technology sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is one of the oldest government sectors established in the Kingdom. It is supervised by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology . Interest in establishing the Directorate of Post, Telephone, and Telegraph (PTT) began under the reign of King Abdulaziz Bin Abdulrahman Al Saud in 1926 aiming to connect the Kingdom's provinces and handle all kinds of postal and communications services. Histo...
Yes, there are Saudi astronauts. Prince Sultan Bin Salman Bin Abdulaziz was the first Saudi astronaut who participated in the mission to launch the first satellite for the Arab Satellite Communications Organization (Arabsat). He flew on the STS-51G mission aboard the Space Shuttle Discovery in June 1985. On May 21, 2023, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia sent the second Saudi male astronaut, Ali al-Qarni , and the first Saudi female astronaut, Rayyanah Barnawi , to the International Space Station, lo...
The Digital Wellbeing Program 'Sync' is a Saudi awareness program aimed at promoting healthy digital practices to mitigate the impact of excessive technology use on individuals and society and protect them from its harms. It is based on specialized research and studies conducted in collaboration with universities and research centers. The program was launched by the King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture 'Ithra' in Dhahran City , Eastern Province , on September 7, 2021. Res...
The Space Tech Entrepreneurship Incubation Program is an initiative launched by the Communications, Space, and Technology Commission in collaboration with King Abdullah University of Science and Technology ( KAUST ) and 'The Garage' on May 26, 2024. The program focuses on space technologies by supporting early-stage startups through a package of training, mentorship, and financial support to help these startups enter the space sector market. The importance of the Space Tech Entreprene...
