3 March 2026
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GCC Telecom Summit to Spotlight Full Monetization Potential of 5G-Advanced Networks

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GCC telecom operators are accelerating the commercial rollout of 5G-Advanced networks, with Zain KSA, Ooredoo Kuwait, stc Kuwait, du, and e& leading deployments. With over 10,000 5G-A sites and more than one million users across the UAE and Kuwait, the region is emerging as a global 5G-A hub. These developments will be explored at the Telecom Review Leaders’ Summit, focusing on monetization, AI integration, and cross-industry applications.

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7 Most Popular Video Game Genres in Arabic Regions as MENA Gaming Market Accelerates

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The MENA gaming market is expanding rapidly, led by sports, battle royale, RPG, and action-adventure games. Football titles dominate sports gaming, while PUBG and shooter games lead mobile playtime. RPGs generate the highest revenues, especially in Gulf countries. Puzzle, MOBA, and racing games also maintain strong regional engagement as mobile gaming continues to drive overall market growth.

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Zain Unveils Three New Disability Inclusion Initiatives to Advance WE ABLE 2030 Vision

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Zain Group has launched three major disability inclusion initiatives to advance its WE ABLE 2030 vision, including a first-of-its-kind MENA partnership with the Business Disability Forum, a new GROW training program for graduates with disabilities, and personalized development plans for employees. The initiatives embed accessibility into hiring, procurement, and career progression, reinforcing Zain’s commitment to inclusive digital growth across the region.

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Iraq’s Fiber Internet Subscriptions Surge Over 410% in 2024

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Iraq saw a dramatic 410+ percent rise in fiber-optic internet subscriptions in 2024, growing from about 217,000 users to nearly 1.1 million. The growth is driven by nationwide FTTH and next-generation network deployments, with Baghdad leading adoption. However, major regional disparities remain, as southern provinces lag behind. Mobile internet still dominates with over 21 million users nationwide.

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Egypt Pushes Tech Growth Beyond Cairo with Regional Innovation Hubs

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Egypt is actively expanding its technology ecosystem beyond Cairo through a growing network of regional innovation hubs led by ITIDA. Cities like Mansoura are emerging as major centres for digital skills, startups, freelancing, and offshoring services. Supported by government programs and private-sector investment, this shift aims to decentralize tech growth, improve economic inclusion, and position Egypt as a competitive global digital services hub.

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e& Egypt Extends Viu Partnership to Enhance Digital Entertainment Offering

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e& Egypt has extended its partnership with Viu to give a wider range of subscribers access to premium Arabic and Asian entertainment content. Announced at GITEX Global 2025, the move strengthens e& Egypt’s digital ecosystem strategy by combining connectivity with streaming services. The collaboration is aimed at boosting customer engagement, satisfaction, and long-term loyalty through value-added digital experiences.

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Taager Enters Morocco as Egyptian Social Commerce Startup Accelerates North Africa Expansion

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Taager has expanded into Morocco with the launch of a Casablanca office as part of its MENA growth strategy following a $6.75 million funding round earlier in 2025. The platform enables sellers to run online businesses without holding inventory, handling fulfillment on their behalf. Morocco’s high internet penetration and fast-growing social commerce market make it a strategic entry point for Taager’s North Africa expansion.

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Vodafone Egypt Wins Umlaut’s Best Mobile and Fixed Network Awards for 2025

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Vodafone Egypt has won both the Best Mobile Network and Best Fixed Broadband Network awards in umlaut’s 2025 benchmarking report, based on extensive national performance testing. The company was also named Best in Network Reliability for the third straight year in mobile and second year in fixed services. Backed by over 100 billion EGP in long-term investments, Vodafone continues to strengthen Egypt’s digital backbone through fiber expansion, nationwide 5G rollout, and advanced resilience systems.

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PulseTech Secures $3 Million to Strengthen Bangladesh’s Fight Against Counterfeit Medicines

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PulseTech has raised $3 million in pre-Series A funding to expand its Medbox platform and roll out One Pharmacy, a franchise network aimed at digitizing and regulating small pharmacies across Bangladesh. The startup focuses on authentic medicine sourcing, traceability, and operational efficiency. Backed by investors from Vietnam and Singapore, PulseTech has shown rapid revenue growth and now serves over 12,000 pharmacies nationwide.

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Telenor Asia Report: 96% of Bangladeshi Internet Users Now Use AI Regularly

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Telenor Asia’s 2025 report shows that AI adoption in Bangladesh has surged, with 96 percent of internet users now using AI regularly. Daily AI usage is widespread in content creation, education, and personal assistance, while workplace adoption has jumped to 62 percent. However, gaps remain in formal AI strategies, automation use, and digital inclusion, especially as younger users voice privacy and job security concerns.

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