VEON Ltd. Moves Headquarters from Amsterdam to Dubai
This strategic shift positions VEON as the largest Nasdaq-listed company in Dubai and underscores its commitment to digital transformation in the region.
This strategic shift positions VEON as the largest Nasdaq-listed company in Dubai and underscores its commitment to digital transformation in the region.
Algeria has connected over 1.5 million households to high-speed fiber-optic internet, marking a significant achievement in its digital transformation efforts. This expansion is part of the country’s plan to enhance internet access, promote innovation, and drive economic development.
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) will showcase its digital transformation initiatives at GITEX Global 2024, presenting innovative solutions like the Maskan app and AI-powered tools. These advancements align with the UAE’s strategy to streamline government services and reduce bureaucracy.
The UAE Space Agency has partnered with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries for the Emirates Mission to the Asteroid Belt (EMA), launching the MBR Explorer spacecraft in 2028. This 13-year mission will study asteroids to deepen our understanding of the solar system and explore potential resource extraction.
At GITEX Global 2024, Nedaa will showcase its mission-critical technology solutions powered by its advanced 4G network. The event will highlight innovations such as smart wearables, drones, and radar systems, focusing on public safety and emergency response. Nedaa is also set to sign key partnerships with government entities.
Elevatus has partnered with Oman Data Park to host its AI-powered recruitment solutions within Oracle Cloud in Oman. This partnership enhances data security, compliance, and supports Oman’s Vision 2040 for digital transformation by providing locally hosted, cloud-based recruitment technology.
Kuwait is strengthening its partnership with Google Cloud to accelerate its national digital transformation as part of the 2035 vision. Communication Minister Omar Al-Omar announced a joint training program focused on developing skills in AI and Cybersecurity, aimed at fostering a new generation of tech leaders in the country.
Ooredoo and Qatar Islamic Bank have introduced an AutoPay service through the QIB Mobile App, allowing customers to automate their Ooredoo bill payments. The service rewards users with double Nojoom points on their first payment during the promotional period, enhancing convenience and rewarding customer loyalty.
Omantel and Optiva have completed a major cloud-native charging transformation, migrating over 200 products to Optiva’s convergent charging engine on Omantel’s private cloud. This upgrade supports GenAI and 5G technologies, enhancing customer experience and boosting revenue growth.
ATME, a regulated digital assets exchange, launched at FinTech Forward 2024 in Bahrain. Licensed by the Central Bank of Bahrain, ATME aims to democratize access to illiquid assets via tokenization, boosting investment potential and supporting Bahrain’s economic diversification and fintech leadership.