Ooredoo Group and ITPC have signed an agreement to land the Fibre in Gulf (FIG) subsea cable in Iraq, positioning the country as a major hub for global data traffic between Asia and Europe. The cable will enhance Iraq’s digital infrastructure and drive growth in AI, Cloud, and IoT sectors.
Orange Jordan has earned the prestigious “Tier III Design” certification from the American Uptime Institute for its Hashem Data Center, located in the Medical City. This achievement, alongside the company’s Marj Al-Hamam data center’s similar certification, highlights Orange Jordan’s commitment to international standards of quality, reliability, and security in data center operations.
UNDP, GSMA, and e& have unveiled an AI-powered platform to generate real-time insights from non-conventional data, helping policymakers address critical issues like climate change and public health. This initiative supports sustainable development across the Arab States, ensuring that AI is deployed ethically and responsibly for impactful decision-making.
HUTCH has partnered with the Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT) through its Future Connect programme to provide undergraduates with essential skills in areas like Data Analytics, IT, Networking, and HR. This initiative aims to bridge the gap between academia and industry, preparing students for successful careers.
Rashit Makhat, Director of Scalo Technologies, outlines six essential strategies for startups in the UAE and MENA region to scale successfully and achieve global recognition. Focusing on deep market understanding, niche differentiation, strong teams, agility, technology investment, and adaptability will help startups thrive in a competitive, dynamic landscape.
Northstar Telecom is advancing Bahrain’s digital transformation with IO by HFCL, offering secure, scalable, and locally hosted or on-premises WiFi and switching solutions. These solutions, featuring WiFi 6 and AI-driven management, provide businesses with enhanced network performance, improved security, and flexibility in deployment, supporting the country’s evolving ICT needs.
Bahrain has achieved a historic milestone with the successful launch of “Al Munther,” the nation’s first domestically designed satellite. Deployed aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, the satellite features advanced AI, cybersecurity, and a special broadcast, marking a significant step in Bahrain’s space innovation and technological progress.
Ericsson has partnered with Ooredoo Qatar to accelerate digital transformation in key industries using 5G solutions. The collaboration aims to drive efficiencies, unlock revenue streams, and support sustainability initiatives through private 5G networks, mission-critical applications, and knowledge-sharing.
Dialog Axiata and Meta successfully completed an “AI for Network” trial to enhance network optimization and Quality of Experience (QoE). Using Meta’s Llama AI models, the trial showed improvements in call quality and user satisfaction. Dialog plans to deploy the AI-powered solution across Sri Lanka starting in March.
e& UAE and evision have launched STARZ ON Business, an OTT TV service tailored for SMBs and enterprise clients. The service offers a curated mix of live TV and VoD content, digital signage, and solutions for industries like restaurants, retail, and hospitality, enhancing customer engagement and operational efficiency.
