Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
PTCL Group CEO Hatem Bamatraf announced a two-year integration plan following the acquisition of Telenor Pakistan at GITEX. The merger aims to enhance connectivity and digital innovation in Pakistan, with immediate network quality improvements expected post-regulatory approvals, fostering socio-economic development and technological advancement.
Qatar Islamic Bank (QIB) has launched a comprehensive awareness initiative to educate customers about cybersecurity and protect their personal banking information. This initiative, coinciding with cybersecurity awareness month, aims to empower customers against cyber threats through enhanced knowledge and advanced security features in digital banking.
Dubai Internet City has partnered with Nasscom to promote technological innovation and talent development. This strategic collaboration will support Indian tech companies in accessing the Middle East market and provide opportunities for joint research and development, enhancing the capabilities of both organizations in the tech sector.
Nepal Telecom (NTC) has partnered with Lalitpur Metropolitan City to provide Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) internet services to various ward offices. This initiative aims to enhance digital connectivity and support the government’s digital transformation efforts, ensuring efficient service delivery across the local government.
Boursa Kuwait has partnered with CODED Academy to sponsor the UniCODE program, offering coding and programming training to college students and recent graduates. This initiative aims to address the skills gap in the job market by focusing on cybersecurity, mobile, and web development.
Zayed University and the UAE Cybersecurity Council have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance cybersecurity education for Emirati youth. This partnership aims to develop specialized programs that equip students with skills needed to address growing cyber threats, fostering innovation and research in the cybersecurity field.
Orange Jordan hosted a sign language training session to enhance communication with colleagues and customers who have hearing disabilities. This initiative is part of the company’s commitment to promoting digital inclusion and supporting persons with disabilities, alongside the launch of a digital inclusion catalog.
Jordan’s National Center for Curriculum Development has added programming and artificial intelligence (AI) to its digital skills curriculum for grades seven, nine, and eleven. This initiative aims to modernize education, enhance students’ digital competencies, and include topics like IoT, AI, cloud computing, and Python programming.
Orange Jordan sponsored the 9th IEEE Conference at the University of Jordan, focusing on “Innovation in Gaming Development.” The event aimed to enhance youth skills in game development and promote Jordan as a key player in the global gaming industry, featuring workshops and a hackathon.
NOOG has been launched at GITEX Expand North Star by Hasna Al Mutawa, focusing on transforming camel care through advanced health technology. The platform will provide real-time monitoring and data-driven insights to enhance the health and well-being of camels, merging traditional practices with innovative solutions.