stc Group Supports Esports World Cup with Digital Content for Game and Esports Fans

Supported by stc's world-class connectivity services, the Esports World Cup is contributing to the growth of the gaming sector in Saudi Arabia. (SPA)
Supported by stc's world-class connectivity services, the Esports World Cup is contributing to the growth of the gaming sector in Saudi Arabia. (SPA)
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stc Group Supports Esports World Cup with Digital Content for Game and Esports Fans

Supported by stc's world-class connectivity services, the Esports World Cup is contributing to the growth of the gaming sector in Saudi Arabia. (SPA)
Supported by stc's world-class connectivity services, the Esports World Cup is contributing to the growth of the gaming sector in Saudi Arabia. (SPA)

stc Group has strengthened its leadership in enabling digital transformation in Saudi Arabia by supporting the first edition of the Esports World Cup, where it introduced innovative interactive concepts that added a distinctive character to the tournament, allowing visitors from all over the world to enjoy unprecedented experiences and explore the vast possibilities in the world of games and esports.

stc Group, through stc Play Gaming Hall, has provided many interactive experiences, including stc Play Zone, which includes an advanced virtual reality simulator, and stc Play Streaming Zone, which provides the latest high-definition live streaming devices to enrich the visitors' experience.

It also provided stc TV Zone, a photography pavilion where visitors can document the most beautiful moments in a suspenseful atmosphere.

For those wishing to purchase the latest versions of gaming consoles and accessories, the group has provided an integrated store that contains all their needs through the stc Play Shop.

The various experiences provided by stc Play Gaming Hall also included stc Play Studio, which showcases electronic games developed by Manga Productions of Misk Foundation, and stc Qitaf Zone, which allows gamers to interact with games via virtual reality technology.

Supported by stc's world-class connectivity services, the Esports World Cup is contributing to the growth of the gaming sector in Saudi Arabia, in line with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030, which is to establish the Kingdom as a leading global destination for electronic games.



Aramco, BYD Partner to Develop New Energy Vehicle Technologies

Aramco logo/File Photo
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Aramco, BYD Partner to Develop New Energy Vehicle Technologies

Aramco logo/File Photo
Aramco logo/File Photo

Saudi Aramco and BYD, a leading manufacturer of new energy vehicles and power batteries, have agreed to explore closer collaboration on new energy vehicle technologies, Aramco announced in a press release on Monday.
A joint development agreement signed by Saudi Aramco Technologies Company (SATC), a wholly owned subsidiary of Aramco, and BYD aims to foster the development of innovative technologies that enhance efficiency and environmental performance.
According to the release, this collaboration leverages the research and development capabilities of two leading global companies to achieve breakthroughs in new energy vehicles, SPA reported.
Aramco Senior Vice President of Technology Oversight and Coordination Ali A. Al-Meshari stated: "The collaboration between SATC and BYD aims to support improvements and builds on Aramco’s extensive research and development of new energy solutions. Aramco is exploring several ways to optimize transport efficiency, from innovative lower-carbon fuels to advanced powertrain concepts. This work stems from our belief that practical energy transition requires multiple approaches, and we are delighted to collaborate with BYD on this journey."
Senior Vice President of BYD Luo Hongbin said: "We expect that SATC and our cutting-edge R&D capabilities in new energy vehicles will break the boundaries of geography and mindset to incubate solutions that combine highly efficient performance with a lower carbon footprint."