DXC Technology and ServiceNow Partner to Accelerate Generative AI Adoption for Businesses
The companies have established a GenAI Center of Excellence (CoE) to combine their expertise and streamline AI adoption for customers.
November 2024
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Minister of Communications and IT Launches Aswan Bootcamp Series in Collaboration with Plug and Play, USAID, and ITIDA to Empower Upper Egypt Startups
The Aswan bootcamp series is an initiative aiming to position Aswan as a rising tech hub in Upper Egypt, leveraging the city’s cultural and historical backdrop to create a platform for global engagement.
Universal Digital Payments Network (UDPN) and FORUS Digital Announce Strategic Cooperation to Advance Financial Innovation in Africa
This partnership is set to empower African communities, governments, and businesses, and represents a significant step toward realising the shared goal of financial inclusion and economic advancement across Africa
Middle East Retailers Enhance Email Security to Combat Cybercrime
90% of leading Middle East retailers have implemented DMARC, with 40% using the strictest “reject” policy to block fraudulent emails.
Batelco to Build Bahrain’s First White Space Data Center with Sustainability Focus
The facility will cater to cloud providers, AI platforms, and other digital businesses, leveraging the latest technologies to meet their needs.
CCP Completes Phase-II Review of PTCL’s Acquisition of Telenor Pakistan and Orion Towers
The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has completed its Phase-II review of PTCL’s $400 million acquisition of Telenor Pakistan and Orion Towers. The deal, which involves significant changes in market share across various telecom sectors, is being carefully examined to ensure fair competition and protect consumer interests.
Omantel Reports Financial Results for Q3 2024 with Revenue Growth and Stable Performance
Omantel’s financial results for the nine months ending September 30, 2024, showed a net profit of RO187.5 million and a 2.2% growth in revenues. Despite a decrease in domestic net profit due to investments in network expansion, the group remains on a solid growth trajectory, with Zain Group also posting strong revenues.
Pakistan and Oman Strengthen IT and Telecom Collaboration Ahead of Comex 2025
Shaza Fatima Khawaja, Pakistan’s Minister of State for IT and Telecommunication, met with an Omani delegation to discuss collaboration in the IT and telecom sectors and preparations for Comex 2025. The event is seen as an opportunity for Pakistan to showcase its tech capabilities and enhance bilateral ties in these sectors.
Zain Leads the Way in Sustainable Technology and Green Transformation
Zain has made significant strides in sustainable technology by adopting green solutions across its networks. The company is on track to achieve Net Zero emissions by 2050, focusing on energy-efficient products and network innovations. Its green initiatives have already cut emissions across 1,800 sites, promoting sustainability in the MENA region.
MENA ICT Forum 2024 Concludes with Key Recommendations to Boost Regional Tech Innovation
The MENA ICT Forum 2024, held at the Dead Sea, concluded with key recommendations focused on advancing regional technology innovation. The forum emphasized areas like financial technology, cybersecurity, and AI, while also stressing the importance of entrepreneurship, education, and workforce development. These steps aim to enhance global competitiveness in the tech sector.
