Sparrow SMS celebrates its 15th anniversary, marking significant growth from its humble beginnings in 2010. The company has revolutionized communication in Nepal with advanced messaging solutions, social impact projects, and a rebranding as an Enterprise Messaging Platform. To commemorate, Sparrow SMS is offering a lifetime free platform for new users.
Chaudhary Group’s CG Telecom won spectrum licenses in Moldova’s recent auction, bidding nearly 570 million rupees for two 20 MHz blocks in the 3600 MHz range. The auction raised 26.31 million euros, and the licenses granted to telecom companies will facilitate expanded mobile services in Moldova.
Crown Prince Hussein visited the Ministry of Digital Economy to discuss the National Council for Future Technology’s national data program. He emphasized the importance of accurate data registration, linking government databases, and enhancing digital infrastructure to optimize e-government services, along with supporting youth digital skills and government digital transformation efforts.
Egypt’s government is focusing on expanding investments and creating jobs in the rehabilitation services and IT sectors through the Digital Egypt for the Rehabilitation Industry strategy. With a goal to increase digital exports and improve competitiveness, the strategy includes boosting local talent and establishing rehabilitation centers in provincial areas.
MNT-Halan has received approval from Egypt’s Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA) to implement electronic Know Your Customer (e-KYC). This advancement allows users to open accounts digitally, gaining immediate access to financial services. The initiative aims to simplify financial services and drive digital financial inclusion across Egypt.
Egypt is launching the Digilians initiative to train 5,000 students annually in emerging tech fields like AI, cybersecurity, and digital arts. The program aims to support digital transformation and youth development, offering various qualifications and practical training in partnership with local and international companies.
Royal Rapchee, a new OTT platform, has launched to offer affordable, premium content across South Asia and the Middle East. With a focus on fresh talent and culturally relevant material, it plans to expand regionally and offer AI-driven recommendations, high-speed streaming, and offline viewing with multiple subscription options.
Zain Group has launched its Global M2M offering to simplify IoT connectivity for OEMs across the Middle East. The solution streamlines integration, ensures regulatory compliance, and reduces operational costs by providing a single point of connectivity. Zain aims to be the preferred partner for digital transformation in the region.
Bahrain has launched the MyGov app, providing citizens with easy access to public services such as passport issuance, residency applications, traffic services, and more. The app features secure biometric authentication and integrates various government services, aiming to enhance Bahrain’s digital transformation and improve service accessibility for citizens.
The Ministry of Communication and Information Technology (MoCIT) in Afghanistan has mandated that mobile phone importers secure licenses from the Afghanistan Telecom Regulatory Authority (ATRA). This new regulation aims to prevent the import of counterfeit phones and ensure proper registration of IMEI numbers to safeguard citizens’ devices and streamline procedures.
