The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has upgraded its Web Management System (WMS) to intensify efforts against illegal online content, blocking 183 apps and 2,369 websites. Additionally, PTA has launched a comprehensive cybersecurity audit for telecom operators to strengthen cyber defenses across Pakistan and ensure compliance with international standards.
Dubai AI Campus and Google Cloud have partnered to enhance the startup ecosystem within the DIFC Innovation Hub. The collaboration will provide startups with mentorship, access to Google Cloud’s AI technologies, and support for growth. This initiative aims to establish Dubai as a global hub for AI innovation and technology-focused companies.
Telenor Pakistan is part of the launch of the country’s first low-carbon Energy Storage as a Service (ESaaS) project, which aims to reduce the telecom sector’s carbon footprint by 8.33 kilotons annually. The initiative involves deploying 25 MWh of battery infrastructure, reducing reliance on diesel, and saving PKR 5 billion in costs.
Web3 streaming platform myco has raised $10 million in its Series A funding round, securing a post-money valuation of $80 million. The funds will support its expansion into new markets and the relaunch of its utility token on the Aptos Blockchain. The company also reported its first profitable year with $7.5 million in revenue.
An undersea cable cut between Dubai and Oman has led to potential Internet service slowdowns for du network users in the UAE. Du is rerouting traffic through alternative systems to minimize impact and expects normal service levels to resume in a few days. The company is working on a swift resolution.
CNTXT has expanded its partnership with Google Cloud to launch Sovereign Controls by CNTXT, a cybersecurity solution in Saudi Arabia. The offering provides managed External Key Management (EKM) with Key Access Justifications (KAJ), enabling organizations to securely move sensitive workloads to the cloud while maintaining strict data sovereignty and regulatory compliance.
Sharjah is leading the UAE’s AI-driven economic transformation, with significant investments in AI, deep tech, and innovation. The upcoming Sharjah Investment Forum (SIF) will gather global leaders to discuss how AI and deep tech can drive future economic growth, positioning Sharjah and the UAE at the forefront of Industry 4.0 in the Middle East.
Klumi Ventures and Fuze have partnered to bridge traditional finance with digital assets in the UAE. This collaboration aims to accelerate Web3 adoption by enhancing cross-border payments, offering educational initiatives, and developing new digital asset solutions. The partnership aligns with Abu Dhabi’s Vision 2030 and is set to transform the region’s financial landscape.
Ericsson, in partnership with stc Group, King Saud University, and Vonage, has launched the ‘Spark Tomorrow’ tech hackathon in Saudi Arabia. The two-day event will bring together developers to create innovative applications using IoT, AI, and XR technologies, supporting Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goals of advancing digital transformation and innovation.
Oracle has launched its second public cloud region in Riyadh as part of a $1.5 billion investment to support Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation under Vision 2030. The new region will enhance cloud and AI adoption across sectors, joining existing and planned Oracle cloud regions in Jeddah and NEOM.
