Sumerge and HRSD Celebrate the Successful Delivery of Strategic Digital Transformation Projects in Riyadh
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 1 March 2026: Sumerge celebrated a significant milestone in its strategic partnership with the Ministry of Human…
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AWS Units in Bahrain, UAE Face Connectivity Issues Says Report
AWS data centres in Bahrain and the UAE experienced connectivity disruptions after one UAE Availability Zone lost power due to objects striking the facility and causing a fire. Other zones remained operational, with traffic rerouted. AWS reported partial recovery but advised customers to use alternative regions amid ongoing regional tensions.
Amazon UAE Data Centre Catches Fire Amid Iranian Air Strikes
A fire at a key AWS data centre in Dubai disrupted cloud services in the UAE after objects struck the facility during regional military escalation. Two other availability zones remained operational, limiting broader impact. The incident highlights cloud resilience and geopolitical infrastructure risks.
Qatar’s Power International Holding to Expand in Kazakhstan’s Telecom and Energy Sectors
Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met with Moutaz and Ramez Al-Khayyat of Qatar’s Power International Holding to discuss joint projects in energy and telecommunications. PIH plans to expand in Kazakhstan by acquiring Mobile Telecom Service (Tele2), aiming to modernize telecom infrastructure, improve service quality, and increase accessibility for citizens. Both sides committed to further investment cooperation.
Vodafone Oman Advances Digital Transformation with Red Hat OpenShift
Vodafone Oman leverages Red Hat OpenShift to unify IT infrastructure, lower costs, improve 5G service delivery, and enable AI-driven operations, targeting full cloud-native workloads by 2028.
Oman Advances Digital Transformation with Launch of OTECH
Oman has launched OTECH, a specialized technology company under Omantel, to drive digital transformation across government and private sectors. OTECH offers advanced solutions in cloud computing, AI, IoT, cybersecurity, and systems integration, while focusing on training Omani talent, localizing data, and strengthening national tech infrastructure. The initiative supports Oman’s goal to diversify its economy beyond oil, create high-quality jobs, and position the country as a regional digital hub.
Nepal Telecom launches CRBT to promote election integrity
Nepal Telecom introduces election CRBT to educate voters on legal conduct, discouraging coercion or bribery, and guiding citizens to report violations. The effort supports fair elections and voter awareness.
MoneyHash and Wayl collaborate to expand digital payments in Iraq
MoneyHash and Wayl partner to streamline access to Iraq’s digital payment ecosystem, integrating international and domestic payment methods. The initiative reduces operational and regulatory hurdles, enabling global and regional businesses to enter the Iraqi market efficiently.
Egypt’s Swypex simplifies SME financial management
Swypex, an Egyptian fintech startup, provides SMEs with a unified platform for payments, invoicing, expense management, and corporate cards. The solution automates workflows, offers real-time tracking, and introduces approval-limit corporate cards, enhancing budget control and reducing administrative complexity.
Egypt signs telecom agreements to enhance mobile services and attract investment
Egypt has signed telecom agreements between NTRA, Telecom Egypt, and e& Egypt to boost mobile service quality and attract investment. The initiative strengthens ICT cooperation, supports digital infrastructure growth, and enhances services for citizens across the country.