Israel Imposes Total Communication Blackout in Gaza Amid Escalating Conflict
again severed all internet and telephone connections to the Gaza Strip, plunging the territory into a communications blackout for the…
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du and Dubai Health Authority Join Forces to Revolutionize Healthcare Cloud Infrastructure
du has partnered with the Dubai Health Authority to transform the latter’s digital infrastructure into a cutting-edge cloud-based system, aiming to enhance efficiency and digital service delivery within Dubai’s healthcare sector.
stc Group and Microsoft Forge Groundbreaking Partnership to Accelerate Digital Transformation in Saudi Arabia
stc Group and Microsoft have entered a pivotal partnership aimed at transforming Saudi Arabia’s digital landscape. This alliance will enable stc’s subsidiaries to innovate and tap into new markets, creating opportunities for businesses and advancing the Kingdom’s global innovation stance. With a focus on inclusive and sustainable innovation, this collaboration will introduce advanced technologies to support digital transformation and economic diversification in the region.
stc Group and Red Sea Global Forge Strategic Alliance to Revolutionize Tourism with Digital Innovation
STC Group has signed a strategic partnership with Red Sea Global to boost the digital transformation of tourist destinations along the Saudi Red Sea coast. This collaboration aims to provide advanced digital and connectivity services, enhancing the tourist experience in line with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. The agreement includes deploying cutting-edge technologies like 5G and smart services across various platforms to ensure a seamless and innovative visitor experience.
Starlink’s Satellite Internet Service Expands to Benin, Eyes 23 African Nations by Year-End
Starlink, the satellite Internet network operated by SpaceX, is set to bring its services to 23 African countries by the…
Libya Joins Medusa Submarine Cable Project to Boost Telecom Services and Digital Transformation
Libya has entered into a significant agreement with the Medusa submarine cable project, connecting the nation to various Mediterranean countries and improving its telecommunications capabilities. The Libyan United International Company (LUIC), a consortium of private sector Libyan companies in the communications industry, signed the contract. This move will enable Libya to become a telecom and internet services exporter to African countries, enhancing its digital infrastructure, boosting economic prospects, and establishing the nation as a key digital gateway to Africa.
Banglalink and Teletalk Announce National Roaming Field Trial to Enhance Mobile Connectivity in Bangladesh
Banglalink and Teletalk have initiated a national roaming field trial in Bangladesh, enabling their customers to access each other’s network coverage for the first time. This innovative collaboration aims to enhance mobile connectivity and promote network sharing between the operators, with a focus on seamless transition between networks in areas with coverage gaps. Once the field trial is completed, customers will enjoy expanded, seamless national coverage for all services. This initiative aligns with energy conservation and green infrastructure development and is already available in 22 countries worldwide.
Dubai Aims to Become a Global Gaming Hub by 2033
Dubai’s Crown Prince, H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has approved the “Dubai Program for Gaming 2033,” aiming to make Dubai a top 10 global gaming city, create 30,000 jobs, and boost GDP by $1 billion by 2033. The initiative will support developers, designers, entrepreneurs, and startups in the gaming sector, focusing on talent, content, and technology. Three metaverse initiatives were also launched to cement Dubai’s leadership in metaverse development. The move aligns with Dubai’s vision to be a future-ready city, emphasizing technology and innovation.
Gaza Strip Suffers Total Communication and Internet Blackout: Paltel
Paltel, the Palestine Telecommunication Company, has reported a complete communication and internet blackout in the Gaza Strip due to international access being disconnected, raising concerns about the region’s isolation and its impact on vital services and information access.
Standard Chartered and DIFC Innovation Hub award top three UAE women entrepreneurs at the women in tech accelerator programme
Standard Chartered’s fifth cohort of the Women in Tech accelerator programme, launched in partnership with DIFC Innovation Hub, has awarded a total of USD 100,000 in equity-free seed capital to the top three female-led tech startups in the UAE.
