du, du Tech, and HPE hosted a roundtable focused on accelerating AI and hybrid cloud adoption in the UAE banking sector. Highlighting the region’s leadership in AI integration, the event showcased strategies to enhance operations, customer experience, and data security amid rapid digital transformation.
Oman’s TRA completes phase one of a national initiative to improve telecom services in underdeveloped areas by upgrading from satellite to fiber optics. The project enhances connectivity, supports SMEs in telecom services, and creates new employment opportunities, driving better infrastructure and economic growth in Comprehensive Service Areas.
Vodafone Qatar teams up with Nokia to modernize its nationwide network, enhancing 5G speed, security, and flexibility. This collaboration supports Qatar’s digital growth, enabling advanced services like 5G slicing and automation, aligning with the country’s vision for a smarter, more connected future.
The UAE’s SCA has launched the region’s first Finfluencer license to regulate digital financial content creators, enhancing investor protection and transparency. This initiative aligns with the UAE’s broader digital transformation efforts, positioning the country as a leading global financial hub with advanced regulatory frameworks and cutting-edge technology adoption.
UAE leads globally in digital development, topping UN rankings in telecom infrastructure, digital governance, and knowledge. The country offers 1,419 digital services used by over 57 million people and has 460 ongoing digital projects. Digitalization boosts sectors like economy and healthcare, reinforcing UAE’s status as a global tech leader.
Sri Lanka is launching GovTech Ltd. to lead its digital transformation, replacing the current ICTA agency. The move aims to strengthen the country’s digital governance and accelerate innovation.
NAVER Cloud and Saudi Arabia’s National Housing Co. launch NAVER Innovation, a joint venture to develop smart city technologies including a map-based super app and digital twin platforms. The partnership supports Saudi Vision 2030’s sustainability and innovation goals, advancing urban planning and quality of life improvements through digital transformation.
Qatar and India join forces to advance AI education and research through a ten-year partnership. Plans include establishing an AI research center, launching training programs, and creating a dedicated AI-focused university campus, supporting Qatar’s goal to build a knowledge-based economy driven by innovation and skilled talent development.
Qatar Insurance Company (QIC) has launched a personal cyber insurance policy to protect individuals from cyber threats like fraud, identity theft, and cyber extortion. Available as an add-on for existing customers, the coverage aligns with Qatar’s National Cyber Security Strategy and supports growing digital security needs in the country.
PTCL Group upgrades IT core routing with Cisco solutions, enhancing network efficiency, customer experience, and operational agility through strategic collaboration with NETS International.
