The public and hybrid cloud services will be jointly provided by Mobily and Virtustream and will offer world-class cloud services to enterprises and small-to-medium businesses (SMBs).

FORBES: Is the Middle East The Next Big Market For Cloud Computing?

Mobile operator Mobily recently joined industry powerhouse Saudi Telecommunications Co. in banning users from SMS voting for the popular Arab talent competition "Star Academy, " where single men and scantily-clad women co-habitate Real World-style while they vie for the top spot.

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Another great example of the opportunities found in the region is the January announcement from Virtustream that it has partnered with Etihad Etisalat ( Mobily), the largest telecom operator in the Middle East and Africa to provide cloud services.

FORBES: Is the Middle East The Next Big Market For Cloud Computing?