CIO Trends #7: Middle East
The Middle East is changing fast and as a result the region is on a digital mission. Taking the example of Silicon Valley in the US, Saudi Arabia wants to build a bustling tech hub on its shores. Read here how the country has sent a delegation to the US to see how it’s done.
One area where the Middle East already appears to be a pioneer rather than a follower is smart city development. Read about smart city initiatives in the Gulf Cooperation Council countries in this e-guide.
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