Smart Infrastructure MENA

The GCC could save up to US$ 10 billion in infrastructural investment in the coming year through the use of smart grids, according to the MENA Power Industry Outlook.

Telco du has partnered with Orange Business Services to deliver smart services at Silicon Park – Dubai’s first integrated smart city.

Smart Dubai has launched its third-stage global search for blockchain start-ups that will contribute to the implementation of the Dubai Blockchain Strategy 2020.

The 2^nd edition of Smart Cities World Forums was held on December 11^th at the Meydan Hotel, Dubai, UAE, under the theme “Building the SMART Future”. The event offered the attendees the opportunity to know more about all aspects of smart cities and meet leaders in this particular field. Smart Cities World Forums spoke to Eng. Mohammed Alsharif, Program Director Madinah Smart City, AlMadinah AlMunawara Development Authority, who explained the Authority’s role in accelerating digital transformation in the Kingdom.

The city of Toronto, Canada has won ‘Best Global Smart City’ at the Telecom Review Excellence Awards.