ZainTECH, the digital solutions arm of Zain Group, recently co-hosted the ‘AI-Ready Kuwait’ summit in partnership with Microsoft, bringing together senior policymakers and digital transformation leaders from across the nation. The event aimed to accelerate Kuwait’s national artificial intelligence ambitions as outlined in its Vision 2035, showcasing a clear roadmap for execution and adoption.
Turning National Ambition Into Action
The summit served as a critical milestone ahead of the launch of Kuwait’s first AI-powered Microsoft Azure Region, a development set to enhance data sovereignty and bolster public sector resilience. Andrew Hanna, CEO of ZainTECH, emphasized that the event was about “execution—turning digital ambition into action.” The focus was on deploying proven, scalable AI solutions that can directly address key national priorities in sectors such as healthcare, education, emergency response, and citizen engagement.
Building a Unified Digital Foundation
Hamad Al-Marzouq, Chief Enterprise Business Officer of Zain Kuwait, explained that achieving AI leadership requires a holistic approach. He stressed that ZainTECH’s strategy is to integrate cloud, cybersecurity, data, and AI into a unified stack, providing a robust foundation for digital transformation. This approach not only brings best-in-class technology platforms to Kuwait but is also coupled with significant investment in local talent to ensure sustainable growth and operational excellence.
A Strategic Partnership for a Digital Future
The partnership between ZainTECH and Microsoft was central to the summit’s message. Alaeddine Karim, Microsoft Kuwait Country Manager, highlighted the powerful alignment between Kuwait’s national AI agenda and Microsoft’s global commitment to empowering nations through technology. Attendees explored real-world applications, including Azure ExpressRoute for secure cloud connectivity and OpenAI copilots for smarter public engagement. These advanced capabilities are delivered with ZainTECH’s local expertise in compliance and implementation, ensuring that solutions are secure, resilient, and tailored to the nation’s needs. The event reinforced a shared vision to position Kuwait as a leading regional AI hub through responsible innovation and future-ready digital infrastructure.
About ZainTECH
ZainTECH is the integrated digital solutions provider of Zain Group, a leading telecommunications operator across the Middle East and Africa. It unifies Zain’s ICT assets to offer a comprehensive suite of services, including cloud, cybersecurity, AI, big data, and other managed solutions for enterprise and government clients across the MENA region.
Source: MEA TechWatch
