20 March 2026
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Kuwait’s PACI Accelerates Digital Transformation with Unified Data Platform and AI Projects

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Kuwait’s Public Authority for Civil Information has made significant strides in digitising government services through nationwide ID systems, unified data exchange platforms, and electronic contract registration. Major projects include a central government data-sharing platform that eliminates paper-based verification, the expansion of the Sahel application, and the rollout of electronic lease contracts. PACI is also adopting artificial intelligence to automate GIS data updates, reinforcing Kuwait’s broader smart government and digital transformation agenda.

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Amazon Egypt Expands Storage Capacity as Demand for Essentials and Local Products Surges

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Amazon Egypt has expanded its warehouse and storage footprint beyond 100,000 cubic metres as demand for essential goods continues to rise and local manufacturing gains momentum. According to Amazon Egypt’s General Manager, consumer behaviour has shifted toward food and basic household products, while locally produced goods are increasingly preferred for both quality and affordability. The expansion supports Amazon’s long-term growth strategy and aligns with Egypt’s broader push for financial inclusion, logistics development, and digital transformation. New payment solutions and SME integration are further strengthening the platform’s role in Egypt’s evolving e-commerce economy.

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Egyptian Senator Proposes Unified Digital and Regulatory Framework to Reform Property Market

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An Egyptian senator has proposed a comprehensive digital and regulatory overhaul of the country’s real estate sector through the creation of a unified national framework. The plan includes a new regulatory authority, mandatory escrow accounts, standardised contracts, a national digital monitoring platform, and a specialised real estate judicial unit. Designed to protect buyers, stabilise the market, and attract foreign investment, the proposal aligns with Egypt’s digital transformation strategy and draws on international regulatory models.

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IBM and stc Group Strengthen Saudi Arabia’s Quantum-Safe Cybersecurity for Telecom Networks

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IBM and stc Group have deepened their partnership to strengthen Saudi Arabia’s readiness for the post-quantum cybersecurity era. By adopting IBM’s quantum-safe cybersecurity solutions, stc is reinforcing its encryption, data protection, and cryptographic systems against future quantum-based threats. The collaboration has produced a new quantum-safe security framework aligned with NIST standards to proactively detect vulnerabilities. This initiative enhances national cybersecurity resilience, supports Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 objectives, and positions stc as a regional leader in future-ready, secure telecommunications infrastructure.

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stc Bahrain and Bahrain Development Bank Partner to Deliver Advanced AWS and Cybersecurity Services

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stc Bahrain has partnered with Bahrain Development Bank to deliver advanced AWS cloud management and cybersecurity services aimed at strengthening the bank’s digital infrastructure. The collaboration will enhance operational efficiency, cyber resilience, and service performance across BDB’s banking environment. The initiative supports secure cloud adoption, SME empowerment, and Bahrain’s broader financial sector digital transformation and economic growth goals.

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Paribu Acquires CoinMENA in Landmark $240 Million Fintech Deal

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Paribu has acquired MENA-based crypto exchange CoinMENA in a transaction valued at up to $240 million, marking Türkiye’s largest fintech deal and its first cross-border digital asset acquisition. The move gives Paribu access to key regulatory licenses in Bahrain and Dubai, expanding its footprint into high-adoption markets. CoinMENA serves over 1.5 million users across 45 countries. The acquisition strengthens Paribu’s position as a regional fintech leader and signals growing consolidation in the global crypto industry.

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Zain Group Launches Kuwait’s First Fully Digital Motor Insurance App with Boubyan Takaful

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Zain Group has launched Zain Insure, Kuwait’s first fully digital motor insurance application, in partnership with Boubyan Takaful. The app enables end-to-end digital insurance services including policy purchase, renewals, and claims management. Announced at NEXUS 2025, the platform marks a major step in Zain’s TechCo strategy and supports Kuwait Vision 2035. Zain Insure will also expand to Bahrain, Iraq, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia as part of its regional growth plan.

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EDOTCO Bangladesh and TSS Sign MoU to Strengthen Telecom Sustainability and Local Technical Capacity

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EDOTCO Bangladesh and TSS have partnered to launch a Battery Repair and Refurbishment Centre aimed at extending lithium-ion battery life, reducing e-waste, and building local technical expertise in telecom power systems. The collaboration combines EDOTCO’s global technical know-how with TSS’s industrial infrastructure and workforce. Government officials described the initiative as a key step toward improving network reliability, cutting import dependence, and strengthening sustainability across Bangladesh’s telecom sector. The partnership may later expand into battery assembly, smart poles, and IoT solutions.

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Algiers Declaration Establishes New Regulatory Framework for Global Digital Platforms in Africa

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The Algiers Declaration on Digital Platforms in Africa has been adopted as a new framework to regulate global online streaming services, including AI platforms and social media networks. Announced by Algeria’s Minister of Post and Telecommunications, the declaration aims to establish unified regulatory standards across the continent. It is intended to strengthen digital governance, protect consumer rights, and reinforce Africa’s digital sovereignty as global platforms continue to expand their influence in regional markets.

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Algeria Officially Launches 5G Services with Six-Year Nationwide Rollout Plan

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Algeria has officially launched 5G services and initiated a six-year national rollout plan starting with eight pilot provinces. Licenses were awarded to Mobilis, Djezzy, and Ooredoo at a combined cost of nearly $492 million. The new network is expected to support AI, IoT, cloud services, and smart infrastructure across key sectors such as healthcare, industry, and education. However, high infrastructure costs and the affordability of 5G devices remain major challenges that could affect the speed and inclusivity of nationwide adoption, particularly in rural regions.

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