Saudi Arabia’s Monsha’at Partners with X to Support Digital Transformation

General Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises (Monsha’at) logo
General Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises (Monsha’at) logo
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Saudi Arabia’s Monsha’at Partners with X to Support Digital Transformation

General Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises (Monsha’at) logo
General Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises (Monsha’at) logo

Saudi Arabia’s General Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises (Monsha’at) collaborated with X Development company during the Biban 24 forum to provide specialized training programs and innovative digital transformation solutions.
Representatives from Monsha’at and X signed the agreement, underscoring their commitment to advancing the digital business environment and empowering Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to achieve their objectives under Vision 2030.
Through this partnership, Monsha’at aims to equip entrepreneurs and SMEs with essential digital skills and knowledge to enhance their market competitiveness and adapt to rapid changes in the business landscape.
The agreement facilitates SME access to cutting-edge technology solutions, boosting their ability to stay competitive and preparing them to meet evolving business challenges. It also establishes an innovative entrepreneurial ecosystem that supports digital transformation and offers comprehensive training opportunities for entrepreneurs. These programs combine practical training with technical support, promoting sustainable growth for the SME sector.



EU to Assess if Apple's iPad OS Complies With Bloc's Tech Rules

 30 October 2024, US, New York: The Apple store is pictured on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. (dpa)
30 October 2024, US, New York: The Apple store is pictured on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. (dpa)
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EU to Assess if Apple's iPad OS Complies With Bloc's Tech Rules

 30 October 2024, US, New York: The Apple store is pictured on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. (dpa)
30 October 2024, US, New York: The Apple store is pictured on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. (dpa)

EU antitrust regulators will assess whether Apple's operating system for iPads comply with the bloc's landmark rules aimed at reining in the power of Big Tech, the European Commission said on Monday.
The move by the EU executive, which acts as the bloc's competition enforcer, followed Apple's publication of a compliance report for its iPad OS, designated by the commission in April as an important gateway for businesses to reach their customers, Reuters said.
"The Commission will now carefully assess whether the measures adopted for iPad OS are effective in complying with the DMA obligations," the EU antitrust watchdog said in a statement.
"The Commission's assessment will also be based on the input of interested stakeholders," it said.
Apple did not immediately respond to request for comment
The Digital Markets Act (DMA), which came into force earlier this year, requires Apple to allow users to set the default web browser of their choice on iPads, permit alternative app stores on its operating system and allow headphones and smart pens to access iPad OS features.
DMA breaches can cost companies fines as much as 10% of their global annual turnover.