Bahrain Hosts Inaugural Cybersecurity Guardians Hackathon Under the Patronage of Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa

Bahrain is hosting its inaugural Cybersecurity Guardians Hackathon from February 15-20, aiming to enhance cybersecurity skills among youth. The event, supported by key institutions, encourages participants to tackle global digital challenges and fosters creativity in network, cloud, IoT security, and AI-based threat detection. Registration closes on February 14.

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PMI and ITU Forge Partnership to Strengthen Project Management and Digital Connectivity in Africa

PMI and ITU have signed an agreement to enhance project governance, implementation, and skill development in ITU’s global initiatives. This partnership focuses on addressing Africa’s connectivity gaps, aligning PMI’s project management expertise with ITU’s mission to promote digital inclusion and bridge connectivity challenges in underserved regions.

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Bahrain’s Ministry of Industry and Commerce Launches E-Commerce Regulation Campaign

Bahrain’s Ministry of Industry and Commerce has launched a campaign to regulate e-commerce businesses, requiring registration of e-store links, secure payment methods, clear return policies, and timely deliveries. Non-compliance will lead to legal consequences, aiming to protect consumers, promote fair competition, and boost the country’s digital economy.

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Senate Committee Discusses Personal Data Protection Bill, Starlink Operations, and Telecom Foundation Performance

The Senate Standing Committee on Information Technology and Telecommunication, chaired by Senator Palwasha Mohammad Zai Khan, held a meeting to discuss the Personal Data Protection Bill, Starlink operations, and telecom companies’ revenues. The Committee also reviewed the performance of the Telecom Foundation and its future direction in line with government policies.

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Kuwait Municipality Takes Action Against Illegal Communication Towers on Rooftops

The Kuwait Municipality issued warnings to 34 housing properties and citations to 12 for illegally placing communication towers on rooftops. Despite warnings, the municipality removed encroachments from state property. Concerns regarding health risks from the proximity of towers to residential areas were referred to the Ministry of Health for further consultation.

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