During the Gitex Global 2024, Huawei Cloud demonstrated how its industry-leading AI-native cloud drives digitalization and intelligence across various industries in line with the visions of regional governments. Senior Huawei executives also revealed Huawei Cloud’s significant progress in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, with its public cloud revenue growing 10-fold in the past year. Huawei Cloud is rapidly rising as a leader in cloud services, driven by innovation and a commitment to empowering industries.
As one of the top five cloud providers globally, Huawei Cloud has experienced remarkable growth. With a significant investment in R&D — 23.4% of annual revenue, compared to an industry average of five percent — Huawei is dedicated to leading the next wave of cloud innovation. Huawei’s commitment to developing cutting-edge technologies ensures that its cloud solutions are not only competitive but are also driving forces behind the digital transformation of industries worldwide.
Cloud as an industry enabler
Huawei Cloud's commitment to innovation goes beyond numbers. With a focus on cloud-native technologies, big data, and artificial intelligence (AI), Huawei has established itself as a leader in these fields, providing comprehensive cloud services that cater to diverse industries. Huawei Cloud's solutions have found widespread adoption in sectors such as finance, government, automotive, and Internet services.
This growth has been fueled by Huawei's continuous R&D investments, which position it ahead of competitors and make it the go-to cloud partner for business transformation. By creating tailored solutions for different sectors, Huawei is driving industry-specific innovation, allowing organizations to fully leverage the power of digital transformation.
Huawei has played a key role in enabling digital transformation across various industries in the Middle East. By providing the foundational infrastructure for 5G coverage and fiberoptic connections, Huawei has accelerated digital growth in the region.
The ability to deliver robust solutions in critical situations has helped Huawei build trust with its customers and set new benchmarks in service reliability
A future-forward approach with cloud technologies
Huawei Cloud has differentiated itself by offering innovative and unique cloud solutions. One such example is the QingTian Architecture, which enhances cloud performance by 40%. Huawei's hybrid cloud solution, Huawei Cloud Stack, is also notable for its extensive cloud services — more than 120 — and its ability to manage services efficiently for large enterprises. Huawei's cloud-native services are enabling businesses to seamlessly migrate their core operations to the cloud and benefit from improved efficiency, reduced costs, and faster deployment. These capabilities make Huawei Cloud a strong partner for enterprises looking to embrace digital transformation at scale.
Huawei's global expansion strategy includes building a cloud-based infrastructure that covers 33 regions with 93 availability zones. This vast infrastructure reduces latency and provides a seamless experience for customers worldwide, with a latency as low as 25 milliseconds in some regions of the Middle East. By connecting with local carriers.
AI innovations driving industry transformation
The Pangu model is a prime example of Huawei's AI capabilities being put to work across industries. Pangu Models 5.0, which will be available to customers in the Middle East and Central Asia, providing even more advanced AI capabilities. This AI model is designed to address specific industry challenges, helping sectors like finance, government, and manufacturing benefit from smarter decision-making. For example, in the automotive sector, the Pangu model has reduced the learning time for autonomous vehicles from weeks to days. In weather forecasting, Pangu has improved prediction accuracy and response speed, aiding cities to better plan and manage resources. The application of AI in these areas highlights Huawei's ability to blend technological innovation with practical industry needs, leading to real-world improvements in operational efficiency.
Huawei's AI is also leading the way in smart city projects. Huawei's technology helps local governments improve efficiency and transparency in urban governance. By integrating AI models with smart city infrastructure, Huawei Cloud is turning ambitious visions into operational realities, paving the way for a smarter, more connected future. From improving traffic management to enhancing public safety, Huawei’s AI-driven solutions are reshaping how cities function, ultimately leading to a better quality of life for residents.
Huawei Cloud is deeply embedded in the transformation of multiple industries, such as e-government, e-commerce, and media. In the e-government sector, Huawei Cloud has helped many cities build supper apps, digital twins, and AI city management.
In the media industry, Huawei Cloud powers better content distribution and creation solution. Starzplay, have partnered with Huawei Cloud to enhance content distribution, improving service performance.
In the e-commerce industry, Huawei Cloud can offer end-to-end digitalization for omnichannel management.
Looking to the future with a trusted partner
Huawei Cloud is dedicated to helping businesses grow, offering a global experience with a localized approach. From AI-driven innovations to hybrid cloud solutions and ultra-low latency infrastructure, Huawei Cloud is committed to providing enterprises with the tools they need to navigate digital transformation. Huawei's customer-centric philosophy means its cloud services are designed with business interests at the forefront, ensuring customers have a reliable partner on their journey to growth and innovation.
With an unwavering focus on reliability, performance, and customer satisfaction, Huawei Cloud continues to be the preferred partner for enterprises looking to thrive in the digital age.
He detailed the ecosystem services offered by Huawei Cloud to enable digital transformation in various regional industries such as e-government, finance, carrier, media & entertainment, e-commerce & retail, and Web3. Joy also launched the Huawei Cloud Industry Solutions Joint Announcement, an initiative that brings global experience and ecosystem knowledge to the Middle East to support intelligent growth.
For more information, stay tuned for more updates from Gitex Global 2024 to see these solutions in action. Engage with experts and discover how Huawei can support your digital transformation journey.
