Sri Lanka’s internet subscriptions, including mobile connections, have reached 26 million by mid-2024, marking a 19% year-over-year growth. This rise reflects increased demand for digital services, spurred by the Covid pandemic. By 2024, 3G coverage is expected to reach 97.8%, and 4G coverage will hit 100%.
Saudi Arabia announced the “Riyadh Declaration” at the 19th Internet Governance Forum, promoting AI to enhance digital access, literacy, and global economic value. The Kingdom aims to lead AI transformation through its Vision 2030 while addressing key challenges like unequal access to algorithms and prioritizing responsible data practices for societal benefit.
Fifteen DCO member states, including Morocco, launched a multilateral initiative to combat fake news and enhance online content integrity during the UN Internet Governance Forum. The initiative aims to tackle disinformation, with Morocco and Saudi Arabia also signing an agreement to boost cooperation in government digital transition.
Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad bin Nasser al-Thani has been appointed as Ooredoo’s Group Regional CEO for the Middle East, effective December 16, 2024. The move is part of a broader restructuring, introducing two regional CEO positions. Sheikh Nasser brings over 20 years of experience within Ooredoo to his new role.
AI adoption is rapidly growing among UAE SMBs, with 87% using or experimenting with AI to drive revenue, productivity, and customer experience. However, challenges remain in keeping up with technology complexity, and concerns around security and trust persist. The UAE leads globally in AI experimentation among SMBs.
The Technology Innovation Institute (TII), a leading global applied research center under Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), has…
Zong recently hosted a company-wide customer experience event to reinforce its commitment to delivering high-quality services in Pakistan’s digital landscape. The event showcased Zong’s portfolio of digital products, technologies, and enterprise solutions, emphasizing the company’s focus on customer satisfaction and its role in shaping Pakistan’s future in digital connectivity.
Virgin Mobile UAE has introduced a seamless eSIM activation process for tourists, allowing them to activate their eSIM at the airport through facial recognition. This initiative enhances convenience for visitors, offering unlimited data and calls with flexible plans, and supporting the UAE’s vision for a digitally connected future.
Parkin Company has signed an MoU with BATIC Investment to transform parking infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, utilizing digital technologies like AI, smart sensors, and real-time data analytics. This partnership aligns with Saudi Vision 2030, aiming to improve parking efficiency, reduce congestion, and support the country’s smart city goals.
Stake, a UAE-based real estate investment platform, is considering relocating its regional headquarters to Saudi Arabia as part of its strategy to expand within the Kingdom’s growing real estate market. The company launched operations in Saudi Arabia on December 9, marking the beginning of its expansion in the region.
