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Egyptian Fintech Octane Raises $5.2 Million to Expand Fleet Expense Management Platform Across MENA

Egyptian fintech Octane raised $5.2 million led by Shorooq Partners, Algebra Ventures, and SC Holding to expand its digital fleet expense management platform across Egypt and MENA. The platform consolidates fuel, maintenance, and petty cash payments into a single wallet with AI features for fraud detection and route optimization, serving 1,600+ corporate clients nationwide.

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stc Bahrain and Huawei Forge Strategic Partnership to Advance 5G-Advanced and AI-Powered Digital Services

stc Bahrain and Huawei have signed a strategic partnership to co-develop 5G-Advanced and AI-powered digital services, focusing on enterprise solutions, private networks, and enhanced network operations. The collaboration aims to drive Bahrain’s digital transformation and position it as a regional leader in AI and next-generation connectivity.

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Algeria Launches Digital Platform to Enhance Blood Donation Management Nationwide

Algeria’s Ministry of Health has launched a digital platform to facilitate blood donation management by connecting donors with centers and centralizing data on blood needs. The initiative supports increased collection efficiency amid rising demand, building on recent campaigns to sustain donations year-round through technology and citizen engagement.

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PTCL Group and TPL Insurance Launch Financial Guarantee Framework to Accelerate Digital Adoption in Pakistan

PTCL Group and TPL Insurance have launched a financial guarantee framework to support enterprises in Pakistan adopting advanced digital tools through flexible financing and risk mitigation. The partnership aims to reduce upfront costs, enhance digital enablement, and drive inclusive economic growth by making digital transformation more accessible across industries.

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Dubai’s RTA Launches Free Wi-Fi at Public Bus and Marine Transport Stations

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has launched free Wi-Fi at 21 bus and 22 marine transport stations in partnership with e&, enhancing connectivity for commuters. This initiative is part of Dubai’s digital transformation strategy, aiming to improve passenger experience and support the city’s vision to become the world’s smartest and happiest city. The service will be regularly evaluated for expansion and quality improvements.

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Grameenphone Pioneers Agentic AI OSS/BSS Solution with Ericsson and AWS Gen-AI Lab

Grameenphone is the first CSP to develop an Agentic AI-powered OSS/BSS solution using the Ericsson and AWS Gen-AI Lab. This AI-driven automation accelerates legacy product catalog migration, boosts operational efficiency, and improves time-to-market. The collaboration showcases the growing impact of generative AI in telecom operations, positioning Grameenphone as a leader in digital transformation in Bangladesh.

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