Saudi ministries back major data centre project to scale AI and cloud infrastructure
Saudi Arabia is moving to accelerate its digital infrastructure buildout, with multiple government ministries backing a major new data centre…
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Women entrepreneurs in Jordan accelerate digitisation despite systemic barriers, Visa study finds
Women-led businesses in Jordan are increasingly embracing digital tools and platforms, even as a majority continue to face structural and…
Iran to allow controlled internet access for businesses amid tightening digital restrictions
Iran has announced plans to allow businesses access to the internet under a controlled framework, marking a targeted shift in…
AWCC launches Afghanistan’s first 5G trial in Kabul, marking a milestone in telecom modernisation
Afghan Wireless Communication Company (AWCC) has launched Afghanistan’s first 5G trial in Kabul, signalling a major step forward in the…
Kuwait condemns attacks on telecom infrastructure, warns against digital disruption risks
Kuwait has strongly condemned recent attacks targeting telecommunications infrastructure, warning that such actions could lead to severe digital disruption and…
DeepMinds launches DeepX, MENA’s first deeptech venture-building summit
DeepMinds has launched DeepX, positioned as the MENA region’s first dedicated deeptech venture-building summit, signalling a shift toward more structured…
Etisalat reviews PTCL stake as Gulf investors reassess telecom exposure amid global capital shifts
A leading Middle East telecom investor, Etisalat (e&), is reviewing its exposure to Pakistan’s telecom sector, including its stake in…
Orange opens flagship retail store at Tunis-Carthage Airport to capture travel connectivity demand
Orange has launched a new retail store at Tunis-Carthage International Airport, strengthening its physical presence at a high-traffic digital touchpoint…
stc posts strong Q1 2026 results, beats forecasts as digital services and infrastructure bets drive growth
Saudi Telecom Company (stc) has reported first-quarter 2026 results ahead of analyst expectations, signalling continued resilience and execution strength in…
South Korea and Qatar expand partnership into AI, semiconductors, and biotech
South Korea and Qatar have agreed to deepen bilateral cooperation beyond traditional energy ties, expanding into advanced industries such as…