The Saudi Satellite Shaheen Sat is a satellite designed for Earth imaging and ship tracking from low Earth orbits. It represents a new generation of small-sized satellites, weighing seventy-five kg, with an imaging resolution of 0.9 m and dimensions of 56 × 56 × 97 cm. King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology ( KACST ) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia launched it into space in 2021. Launch of the Saudi Satellite Shaheen Sat KACST launched Shaheen Sat from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakh...
The Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Indicators Forum is an annual event dedicated to discussing key indicators of the information and communications technology (ICT) sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . It is organized by the Communications, Space, and Technology Commission (CST) and features the participation of local and international experts in the field of ICT. Its first edition was held in 2018. Agenda of the ICT Indicators Forum The forum examines topics related to the ...
The Digital Technology Forum 2022 is the second edition of the Digital Technology Forum, an annual event held in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is organized by the Communications, Space, and Technology Commission (CST) , the entity responsible for developing the information technology and emerging technologies sector. The forum aims to focus on and discuss key aspects of the sector by hosting experts and investors from both local and international markets and addressing topics related to emerg...
The Digital Technology Forum 2021 was the first edition of the annual digital technology forum held in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is organized by the Communications, Space, and Technology Commission (CST ), which is responsible for advancing the information technology sector and emerging technologies. The forum focuses on key aspects of the sector and discusses them by hosting local and international experts and investors. It addresses various topics related to digital technology, innovati...
The Venture Debt Initiative is an initiative launched by the National Technology Development Program (NTDP ) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in 2023. It is a tool designed to support the growth of the information technology (IT) sector by providing a package of financing solutions for tech startups. Launch of the Venture Debt Initiative NTDP launched the Venture Debt Initiative on February 7, 2023, during the second edition of the global tech conference LEAP 2023, held in Riyadh City . This init...
The Riyadh Space Fair, held in Riyadh City , offers space sciences to researchers and audiences culturally interested in astronomy. It features eight platforms that explore cosmology, the development of astronomy, and the stages of its discovery, from the inception of astronomical observations to space missions. The fair introduces several modern scientific theories about the nature of the universe, with interactive simulators that allow visitors to experience 'walk on Mars' and other...
Deem Cloud is a government cloud computing platform in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, launched by the Saudi Authority for Data and Artificial Intelligence (SDAIA ) in 2018. It serves as an innovative and technological solution supporting government entities in their digital transformation efforts, aligning with the realization of Saudi Vision 2030 . Deem Cloud is the largest of its kind in the Middle East. Deem Cloud, hosted by the National Information Center, the operational arm of SDAIA, provid...
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Continuously Operating Reference Station (KSA-CORS) Network is a group of reference stations utilizing satellites to continuously provide precise positioning, geospatial information, and geographic coordinates in the Kingdom. It was established according to international standards by the General Authority for Survey and Geospatial Information. Objectives of the KSA-CORS Network The KSA-CORS Network comprising approximately 209 operational reference stations, aims t...
The Mada system is the national payment system in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It enables electronic payments through various payment channels and e-commerce points of sale via a central payment system. It redirects financial transactions conducted by cards issued by local Saudi banks. The Mada system seeks to enhance the growth of e-commerce, points of sale, and automated teller machines. Mada cards are used within the framework of a wide range of transactions, including purchases, withdrawals...
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...