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Zawya
16-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
NBK opens new branch at Abdullah Al-Salem University
Al-Wazzan: The newly opened branch delivers cutting-edge banking services and products designed to cater to the diverse financial needs of students NBK redefines the traditional branch experience to align with international standards Reaffirming its commitment to delivering exceptional banking services wherever its customers are, and in line with its strategy to maintain close proximity to them, National Bank of Kuwait (NBK) has inaugurated its new branch at Abdullah Al-Salem University, further strengthening its position as the bank with the most extensive branch network in Kuwait. The opening ceremony of the new branch was attended by Mr. Salah Al-Fulaij, CEO of NBK-Kuwait, Prof. Moudi A. Al-Humoud, the Founding Administrative Board, Chair of Abdullah Al-Salem University in Kuwait, and Mr. Mohammed Al-Othman, CEO, Consumer & Digital Banking Group at NBK, along with a number of officials from both the bank and the university. On this occasion, Mr. Mohammed Al-Wazzan, Head of Sales Force, Consumer and Digital Banking Group at NBK, emphasized that, as part of its social responsibility towards educational institutions, the youth community, and Kuwaiti civil society, NBK offers innovative banking services and products tailored to meet students' financial needs. He highlighted that the branch is equipped with state-of-the-art banking technologies and devices, ensuring that university students enjoy a seamless and comprehensive banking experience. He highlighted that the opening of the Abdullah Al-Salem University branch aligns with the bank's ongoing commitment to enhancing the banking experience for customers across all segments of society. This initiative is part of NBK's broader strategy to strengthen its leadership in the banking sector by expanding its branch network, introducing innovative banking solutions, and launching services that enable customers to complete their transactions seamlessly and efficiently, ensuring their convenience. He also underlined that NBK has redefined the concept of traditional branches through its new locations, including the Abdullah Al-Salem University branch, aligning them with international standards. These transformations encompass a distinctive branch design and advanced banking solutions that enhance customers' experience. Moreover, he noted that these changes reflect the bank's commitment to meeting customer expectations by leveraging multiple digital channels and cutting-edge analytics powered by AI to better understand and address their needs. Furthermore, he pointed out that NBK's extensive network of branches, ATMs, and Interactive Teller Machines (ITM) across Kuwait is seamlessly integrated with its advanced digital channels, ensuring customers enjoy a superior and comprehensive banking experience. This approach aligns with the bank's strategy to remain the closest to its customers, offering them unparalleled convenience and accessibility. With the inauguration of its new branch, NBK has expanded its extensive local network to 71 branches, further strengthening its position as the bank with the largest branch presence in Kuwait. Additionally, NBK continues to operate the country's most extensive network of ATMs. NBK recently entered into a cooperation agreement with Abdullah Al-Salem University, aimed at fostering the exchange of expertise across various fields. The agreement also includes supporting and sponsoring a wide range of activities and events organized by the university throughout the year. This partnership reflects NBK's commitment to strengthening collaborations with key institutions to support the development of ambitious national talent, as well as its ongoing efforts to empower youth and help them enhance their skills.
Arab Times
06-04-2025
- Business
- Arab Times
Kuwait's ASU to host first 'Higher Education in the Age of Innovation Summit' on April 16-17
KUWAIT CITY, April 6: Abdullah Al-Salem University (ASU) has announced the organization of the first "Higher Education in the Age of Innovation Summit," which will take place on April 16-17. The event is under the patronage of Dr. Nader Al-Jalal, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, and will feature participation from a distinguished group of education leaders, technology experts, and researchers from both Kuwait and abroad. Dr. Moudi Al-Humoud, Chairperson of the university's founding board of directors, stated in a press release on Sunday that the summit reflects the university's dedication to supporting innovation and excellence in higher education. This initiative aligns with Kuwait's Vision 2035 and comes at a critical moment, aiming to keep pace with the fast-evolving digital landscape. Al-Humoud emphasized that the summit contributes to Kuwait's sustainable development goals and plays a vital role in building creative human capital capable of competing both regionally and globally. She further noted that the event serves as a national platform to unify perspectives and guide future policies toward an innovative educational model driven by artificial intelligence, data analytics, and efficient digital governance. The summit will cover several key topics, including the digital transformation of universities, adaptive curricula supported by technology, cybersecurity, the role of virtual and augmented reality in education, and mechanisms for funding scientific research. Additionally, it will focus on the integration between educational institutions and the productive sectors. In conjunction with the summit, there will be an innovation and technology exhibition where university students from Kuwait will present their outstanding projects, showcasing the depth of local talent and strengthening their role in shaping Kuwait's digital economy. Al-Humoud expressed her heartfelt gratitude to all supporting organizations and invited universities, educational institutions, government bodies, and research centers to actively participate in the summit. She encouraged all involved to contribute to building the future foundations of an advanced national educational vision, integrating knowledge and technology to achieve success.
Arab Times
27-01-2025
- Business
- Arab Times
Abdullah Al-Salem University examines cybersecurity maturity levels through expert panels
KUWAIT CITY, Jan 27: Abdullah Al-Salem University hosted a program on Monday that included discussion panels to assess the maturity level in the field of cybersecurity. The event was organized in collaboration with the National Cybersecurity Center and Oxford University. The opening speech was delivered by Dr. Sorour Al-Otaibi, the university's Vice President for Scientific Research and Graduate Studies. He described the panels, which will continue until January 29, as a "pivotal step" in understanding the maturity level of institutions by applying global standards. These standards aim to improve and protect the digital infrastructure, aligning with the Comprehensive Measurement Model (CMM) implemented by Oxford University experts. Dr. Al-Otaibi explained that the CMM is designed to help countries and institutions identify their strengths and weaknesses, analyze gaps, and submit a final report with recommendations for improving the cyber performance process. He emphasized that this initiative is the result of successful cooperation between the governments of Kuwait and the United Kingdom, reflecting the deep ties and commitment to collaboration across various sectors, benefiting both nations. He further highlighted that the discussion panels offer an opportunity to explore current challenges and innovative solutions through the exchange of expertise among academics and cybersecurity experts. He stressed that these panels are an important starting point toward building a robust and sustainable cybersecurity system, which will contribute to achieving Kuwait's future vision. In her speech, Ghalia Al-Salahi, a representative of the National Cybersecurity Center, explained that the initiative aligns with the center's goal of enhancing cybersecurity in Kuwait. She emphasized the importance of exchanging expertise, applying global best practices, and fostering strategic partnerships between the government, private sector, and public benefit associations. Al-Salahi noted that cybersecurity has become "a basic necessity" to protect digital infrastructure and ensure the sustainability of digital transformation in all sectors. She also underlined the center's efforts to serve as a platform for unifying national efforts and strengthening cooperation with leading international institutions, such as Oxford University, which has extensive expertise in cybersecurity. She stressed the importance of the discussion panels in providing a valuable platform to exchange ideas, identify challenges, and explore strengths facing Kuwait's cybersecurity landscape. She expressed hope that the discussions would lead to the development of policies and strategies that enhance national cybersecurity. Michael Smith, representing Oxford University, also spoke about the significance of these specialized discussion sessions in the field of cybersecurity, particularly in today's fast-evolving digital landscape. He emphasized the need for knowledge exchange and practical training to maintain and improve levels of cyber maturity. Smith highlighted that interaction and the sharing of experiences are essential for advancing education and training in cybersecurity, calling on all participants to actively contribute to developing their skills to achieve the best outcomes for their societies. The program's opening at Abdullah Al-Salem University was attended by Stuart Summers, Deputy Ambassador of the United Kingdom to Kuwait and Deputy Head of Mission, as well as representatives from various governmental and private entities.
