ALBAWABA - Saudi Arabian Digital Aramco and American company Intel announced today their intention to establish the first center for the development of open wireless access networks in the Kingdom.
The collaboration between the two companies aims to accelerate the development and implementation of open wireless access network technologies, enhancing the Kingdom's efforts to establish a strong and flexible communications infrastructure that focuses on accelerating digital transformation across various industries and aligns with Saudi Vision 2030, which emphasizes technological advancement and economic diversification.
Open wireless access networks, which represent an advanced model in wireless network architecture, offer greater flexibility, interoperability, and innovation. Saudi Arabian Digital Aramco will provide deep knowledge of the Kingdom's developmental needs and aspirations, as well as opportunities for implementing open wireless access network technology. It will also offer a unique perspective on the Kingdom's economic landscape.
Intel, a leading company in computing and communications technologies, will contribute its expertise in open wireless access network technologies. The cooperation between the two companies includes the Innovation Center, which aims to develop the open wireless access network as a hub for innovation. It also aims to enhance collaboration between engineers from Saudi Arabian Digital Aramco and Intel, as well as researchers and industry experts.
The center seeks to contribute to the development of local capabilities by providing training and practical experience in open wireless access network technology and edge computing, which is rapidly evolving and involves data aggregation and processing.
Additionally, the collaboration encompasses economic impact initiatives aimed at contributing to the local economy through technology-based initiatives that align with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030. The global collaboration between Saudi Arabian Digital Aramco and Intel is expected to extend beyond open wireless access networks, connecting the Kingdom to the global landscape of open wireless access network development, access, and network routing.
The development center for open wireless access network is scheduled to commence its operations in 2024, marking a significant milestone in the Kingdom's journey towards a technology-driven future.
