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Arab News
04-08-2025
- Business
- Arab News
Huawei Cloud hosts Developer Conference 2025 to empower local talent
Huawei Cloud, in collaboration with the Center for Digital Entrepreneurship and NAUATECH, recently hosted the Saudi Arabia 2025 Huawei Cloud Developer Conference. Held at CODE's headquarters in Riyadh, the event brought together a group of developers and startup founders from across the Kingdom. The conference highlighted the added value Huawei Cloud brings to the local developer and startup ecosystems. It showcased Huawei's comprehensive, AI-powered cloud services and its suite of cloud-native development tools. Serving as a strategic platform for knowledge exchange, the event reinforced Huawei's commitment to building a robust digital ecosystem and enabling technical talent in alignment with Saudi Arabia's ambitious digital transformation agenda. A key focus of the event was hands-on empowerment through specialized training programs, advanced development tools, and globally recognized professional certifications. Saudi developers now have direct access to Huawei's global cloud initiatives, including the Huawei Cloud Developer Program, the Huawei Cloud Startup Program, and the Huawei Cloud Certified Developer for AI. These initiatives not only provide technical training but also offer integrated business support and international certifications — enabling developers to build strong career paths, scale their innovations, and contribute to Saudi Arabia's growing cloud ecosystem. During the event, Huawei Cloud reaffirmed its support for the Kingdom's expanding developer community. The company currently offers more than 90 cloud services, with plans to expand to more than 200 services through three availability zones in the Riyadh region. Huawei continues to invest in infrastructure, training, and tooling to accelerate the growth of Saudi Arabia's cloud landscape. Notably, Huawei Cloud has received 'Class C' certification — the highest cloud classification awarded by the Communications, Space and Technology Commission — demonstrating the platform's compliance with strict local and international standards for security, performance, and reliability. The conference also featured highlights of Huawei's latest AI infrastructure innovations. Attendees were introduced to ModelArts, Huawei's cutting-edge AI development platform that significantly reduces the time and complexity of deploying AI solutions — from months to just days.
Leaders
29-07-2025
- Business
- Leaders
CODE Concludes ‘Saudi Game Champions' Program to Boost Local Gaming Industry
The Center of Digital Entrepreneurship (CODE), under the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, has successfully concluded the 'Saudi Game Champions' program—an ambitious nine-month initiative aimed at advancing Saudi Arabia's game development sector. The program unfolded across several key stages, including the 'Game Jam' event, an incubation phase, an acceleration period, and a final ceremony honoring local achievements and creative talent. Focused on elevating the skills of Saudi game developers, the initiative enabled participants to enter the market with high standards of quality and professionalism. It delivered more than 180 hours of specialized workshops and over 1,500 hours of mentorship, supporting 25 local game studios. This program is part of CODE's ongoing efforts to position the Kingdom as a leader in the global digital gaming industry and to empower national talent to produce innovative, competitive gaming experiences. Related Topics : Saudi Arabia Takes Lead: Elected Vice Chair of Codex Alimentarius Commission Saudi Arabia Launches Platform Code Accelerating Digital Transformation Saudi Road Code Specifies Design Standards for Accessible Parking Microsoft's Sydney robot threatens to steal nuclear codes and spread a pandemic Short link : Post Views: 5 Related Stories
News24
24-07-2025
- Politics
- News24
Gaza's last witnesses are starving
The South African National Editors Forum (SANEF), the Campaign for Free Expression (CFE) and the Campaign on Digital Ethics (CODE) on Civilians and Journalists in Gaza explains why it is raising its voice in support of journallists in Gaza, who are starved, targeted, or silenced. We, the undersigned, exist to protect free expression, champion media freedom and advance pathways to accountability. Today, we feel compelled to speak out about the catastrophic situation in Gaza—not only because of our solidarity with journalists there, but because the survival of free expression itself is at stake. In a rare and unprecedented appeal, Agence France-Presse, a respected international news agency, has issued an urgent warning that its remaining journalists in Gaza are too weak from starvation to work, and that without immediate intervention, they may die. Israel has, as a matter of policy, prohibited international media from freely entering Gaza since October 2023, so these local journalists are among the last reporters able to tell the world what is happening in Gaza. However horrific Hamas' attack of 7 October 2023, and however justified Israel might feel in retaliatory action against them, this situation is not simply the by-product of a war. It is the result of Israel's deliberate policies and actions: the ongoing bombardment of civilian areas, the targeted destruction of homes, hospitals and infrastructure, the denial of humanitarian aid, and the systematic infliction of starvation and famine. A campaign of collective punishment Journalists and their families—like so many other civilians—are being placed directly in harm's way, not as collateral damage but as part of a campaign of collective punishment. READ | OPINION: Globalising hate - The dangerous normalisation of antisemitism It may seem anomalous for South African organisations focused on media freedom and free expression to raise their voice on Gaza. But our mandate is grounded in universal principles. A free media cannot exist where journalists are starved, targeted, or silenced; nor can humanity flourish where civilians are collectively punished and cut off from the world's gaze. To remain silent in the face of such conditions would be to fail the very principles we were established to defend. 'We cannot ignore the voices in Gaza' South Africa's own history teaches us the power of global solidarity. During apartheid, South Africans relied on journalists and activists beyond our borders to keep the truth alive. Today, we cannot ignore the voices from Gaza—voices saying plainly: we are dying while trying to tell the world what is happening here. We therefore: Condemn these actions as grave violations of international law and fundamental human rights and urge global support for UN and other international mechanisms designed to secure accountability. Call on all governments to demand immediate protection for journalists and civilians and unimpeded humanitarian access. Urge international media and human-rights bodies to maintain relentless focus on Gaza and act swiftly to prevent further loss of life. Free expression does not stop at borders. When those who bear witness are silenced, the world grows darker for us all. We stand in solidarity with those in Gaza, and we echo AFP's urgent plea: the world must act now.
Scoop
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scoop
South Island Levels Up With Toi Māori-Inspired Arcade Art At Tūhura
If you were a kid in Aotearoa during the '80s or '90s, the glow of a spacies machine at the local dairy or fish and chip shop was the stuff of magic. Now, that magic is being reimagined through the lens of contemporary design and te ao Māori in Arca Arcade: Round One, a striking new exhibition opening at Tūhura Otago Museum this Friday. The exhibition, making its South Island debut, transforms nostalgic arcade cabinets into fully playable works of art. Created by Wellington-based designer Preston McNeil, Arca Arcade is a bold fusion of industrial design, retro technology, and cultural storytelling. The exhibition features custom-built, wall-mounted machines adorned with original artwork from some of Aotearoa New Zealand's most iconic contemporary artists including Gina Kiel, Flox, Otis Frizzell, Joe Sheehan, and Otis Chamberlain. What makes Arca Arcade truly groundbreaking is its integration of carved pounamu and whakairo-inspired design elements believed to be a world-first in arcade machine design. The result is a powerful collision of classic video game culture with te ao Māori, a celebration of play that's deeply rooted in place and identity. Exhibition creator Preston McNeil has spent years exploring the intersection of technology, creativity, and nostalgia. A lifelong tinkerer and designer, McNeil said he wanted to create something that honoured both the history of arcade gaming and the richness of contemporary Aotearoa art. 'These machines are a love letter to every kid who dropped their last 20 cents into a game they knew they couldn't win but tried anyway,' McNeil said. 'Blending those memories with the depth and craft of Māori design has created something I never imagined I'd be able to build. And it's amazing to finally bring it to the South Island.' The exhibition's arrival in Dunedin is no accident. Tūhura Otago Museum's Head of Exhibitions and Design, Craig Scott, says the city is already a hub for innovation in the digital space. 'Dunedin is home to incredible gaming talent and creative energy. We're proud to partner with CODE, the Centre of Digital Excellence to present this exhibition and show young people what's possible when design, technology, and culture collide. This is about inspiring as much as it is fun nostalgia.' Visitors to the exhibition can play the games housed inside each uniquely designed cabinet, making it as interactive as it is artistic. But Arca Arcade is also a reflection of where design is heading towards deeper meaning, collaboration, and connection to culture. To mark the opening, Preston McNeil will give a free public talk at the Museum on Friday night, sharing insights into the creative process, the challenges of building playable art, and how he collaborated with artists to bring each machine to life. Attendees will also get a first look at the exhibition. Arca Arcade: Round One runs from 19 July to 21 September in the Beautiful Science Gallery. Entry is free. For anyone passionate about art, design, gaming, or what happens when the past is given a future-forward twist, this is one exhibition not to miss.
Time of India
02-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
IIT-M offers 10 courses under school connect programme
C hennai: Indian Institute of Technology Madras will offer 10 courses for a duration of eight weeks through its school connect programme — a jump from two courses offered earlier. The new hands-on certificate courses, available for students of Classes X, XI, and XII from partnering schools, include architecture and design, maths and computing, maths unplugged, games and puzzles, ecology, engineering biological systems, law, aerospace, and humanities. Data science and artificial intelligence, and electronic systems were the courses offered earlier. The programmes will be held in three batches this academic year in Aug, Oct, and Jan, allowing schools and students to explore up to three courses annually. Registration for the Aug batch has begun. The last date to apply is July 25. Schools can register and enrol their students at You Can Also Check: Chennai AQI | Weather in Chennai | Bank Holidays in Chennai | Public Holidays in Chennai School Connect, the flagship outreach initiative of the Centre for Outreach and Digital Education (CODE) at IIT Madras, aims at bridging the gap between school education and higher education. More than 2,300 students joined, the varsity said. There will be assignments and optional projects to improve the hands-on experience of students. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Perdagangkan CFD Emas dengan Broker Tepercaya IC Markets Mendaftar Undo The initiative looks to empower students, especially those in Classes X, XI, and XII, to explore emerging fields. "At IIT Madras, we believe that early exposure to emerging fields can spark curiosity and shape future innovators. By empowering students at a formative stage, we are investing in a future-ready nation," V Kamakoti, IIT Madras director, said. Chair of CODE professor Andrew Thangaraj said IIT-M sees this as a social responsibility to empower young minds with early exposure to various disciplines. "We are inviting more schools to join us in this mission and help students make informed career choices."
