The PTCL Group showcased two talented women entrepreneurs from the Ba-Ikhtiar program at Expand North Star. Farhat ul Ain and Marrium Hussain, former local embroidery artists, have transformed into tech-enabled entrepreneurs through the program, highlighting their inspiring journeys and the initiative’s role in empowering women in digital entrepreneurship.
APNIC is set to launch a training program on networking for telecom operators in Pakistan, following a meeting with Minister of State for IT, Shaza Fatima Khawaja. The initiative aims to enhance capacity building among telecom operators, fostering improved technical skills and operational capabilities within the sector.
Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has partnered with China Mobile International (CMI) to enhance global connectivity through resource sharing. This collaboration, announced at GITEX 2024, enables PTCL’s extensive fibre network and CMI’s international presence to deliver seamless services, driving digital growth in Pakistan and beyond.
iACCEL GBI has partnered with AWS Activate to provide startups in the UAE with essential resources, including up to $25,000 in AWS credits. This collaboration will enable portfolio companies to build and scale their cloud infrastructure, enhancing their operational capabilities and supporting innovation within the region’s startup ecosystem.
The Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Information Technology in Oman has closed registration for its ‘Governorate Ambassadors Initiative for Digital Transformation.’ The initiative aims to boost digital skills and services across the country, selecting 66 ambassadors for specialized training to enhance community engagement and foster a tech-savvy society.
The United Arab Emirates University has launched its Artificial Intelligence Agenda for 2025-2031, aimed at enhancing academic and research programs. This initiative aligns with the UAE’s national AI strategy, focusing on equipping future generations with essential technological skills and establishing the university as a leader in AI integration.
Vodafone Oman has become the first communications service provider in the GCC region to upgrade its core network on Ericsson’s latest cloud infrastructure. This seamless transition prepares the company for 5G deployment and enhances network performance while supporting Oman’s digital transformation goals in line with Vision 2040.
Nokia has opened its first Innovation Center in Salé, Morocco, marking a significant step in advancing digital transformation in Africa and the Middle East. This facility will serve as a research hub, supporting 5G readiness and providing training to enhance digital skills in alignment with the Digital Morocco 2030 initiative.
Gulf Business Machines (GBM) has partnered with Splunk to enhance digital solutions in the Gulf region, covering the UAE, Oman, Kuwait, and Bahrain. This collaboration aims to integrate advanced data analytics and cybersecurity capabilities, empowering businesses to optimize performance and strengthen their digital resilience amid ongoing transformations.
stc has successfully concluded its participation in the 3rd edition of the Watheefti career fair in Kuwait, attracting over 30,000 attendees. The event provided valuable networking opportunities and showcased stc’s commitment to empowering Kuwaiti talent through workshops and recruitment efforts aimed at recent graduates and job seekers.
