QFMA is set to issue a draft regulation for the use of AI in Qatar’s financial market, emphasizing the importance of understanding AI’s role in financial regulation. This follows the IOSCO conference, which strengthens investor confidence and focuses on sustainable financial practices.
Standard Chartered Pakistan has launched the 7th Cohort of its Women in Tech Accelerator, aimed at empowering female entrepreneurs by providing mentorship and funding. Over the past six years, the program has supported over 140 women founders and helped 43 secure seed funding.
Pakistan is moving toward finalizing the MVNO framework after prolonged delays, aiming to boost competition and expand mobile services by allowing new entrants into the market. The framework will soon be presented to the federal cabinet for approval.
Omantel reported a 10.4% increase in sales and a 22.3% rise in net income for Q1 2025, with earnings per share rising to OMR 0.021 from OMR 0.017 in the previous year.
Zoho has partnered with Gulf University for Science and Technology to integrate its digital tools into business courses, providing GUST students with practical experience in finance, HR, IT, and business management, ensuring they are prepared for the digital economy.
Indonesia and Jordan are exploring a strategic partnership in fertilizer production and agricultural technology, aiming to enhance food security, reduce fertilizer costs, and adopt innovative farming practices such as drone technology and advanced irrigation systems.
Sri Lanka’s pause on Starlink rollout underscores a deeper debate over digital sovereignty, as the government seeks to balance security concerns with the need for affordable and resilient connectivity in underserved areas. The decision highlights the importance of regulatory clarity in managing foreign digital services.
WHX Tech will debut in Dubai in September 2025, accelerating digital health adoption and fostering global partnerships. The event will showcase cutting-edge AI and biotech, host startup competitions, and provide a platform for collaboration among investors, healthcare leaders, and innovators.
Bangladesh’s BTRC draft telecom policy aims to reform licensing but raises concerns over foreign ownership, anti-competitive consolidation, and market inequalities. Experts worry it may sideline local entrepreneurs while empowering dominant players, potentially undermining fair competition and regulatory transparency in the telecom sector.
Cisco has launched a series of strategic initiatives in the Middle East and U.S. to accelerate AI infrastructure, security, and innovation. Key partnerships with HUMAIN, G42, and the AI Infrastructure Partnership aim to support digital transformation in the Gulf, positioning Cisco as a leader in the AI revolution.
