The Oman Ministry of Labour and Omantel have partnered to train 86 university graduates in fields like AI, IoT, and data science. This initiative supports Oman’s Vision 2040 by developing a skilled workforce and positioning the nation as a digital leader. The Omantel Academy will provide the necessary technical training.
Ezditek has joined the Gulf Data Centre Association (GDCA) to support the growth of Middle Eastern digital infrastructure. The collaboration aims to enhance data centre standards and innovation across the Gulf region, aligning with GDCA’s mission to establish the GCC as a global digital hub. Ezditek will share expertise and collaborate on emerging technologies.
CG Mobile, a subsidiary of Chaudhary Group, is now the sole authorized partner of Motorola in Nepal. The collaboration will see the launch of Motorola phones, from entry-level to flagship models, before Dashain. This partnership aims to revitalize Motorola’s presence in Nepal, with operations managed from India.
Eight Pakistani IT students will compete in the regional finals of Huawei’s Seeds for the Future 2024 in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. The program, part of Huawei’s global CSR initiative, aims to foster innovation and develop IT talent. Participants will receive training in digital skills, cross-cultural exchanges, and hands-on experience with advanced technologies.
Jordan’s telecommunications sector is booming with nearly 798,800 fixed broadband subscriptions and a 69% market share for fiber internet. The Telecommunications Regulatory Commission’s report highlights robust high-speed internet demand, mobile broadband growth, and 5G adoption, reflecting the nation’s rapid digital transformation and technological advancements.
Telecom Egypt has signed a multi-year agreement with Mada Communications to be its preferred strategic international SMS service provider. This partnership will leverage Mada®’s expertise to enhance Telecom Egypt’s A2P messaging services, improve customer experience, and maximize messaging revenues through secure and innovative communication solutions.
UAE telecom operators e& and du paid AED3.54 billion in federal royalty for H1 2024, down from AED3.73 billion in H1 2023. The new royalty guidelines exclude international profits, applying a 38% rate on UAE net profits and a 9% corporate tax rate.
Oracle has opened its second public cloud region in Saudi Arabia, in Riyadh, as part of a $1.5 billion investment. This expansion aims to meet growing demand for AI and cloud services, enabling organizations to modernize applications and innovate with data, analytics, and AI, enhancing the kingdom’s digital economy.
stc Group has partnered with Nexthink to implement digital employee experience (DEX) management solutions, improving service delivery and maintaining its leadership. The collaboration has led to a 50% improvement in DEX scores, faster issue resolution, and enhanced employee productivity, positioning stc Group for continued digital-driven success.
Presight AI Holding reported a 17.4% revenue increase to AED603.5 million and a 39.1% rise in pre-tax profit for H1 2024. Key achievements include acquiring a 51% stake in AIQ, forming IntelliGrid, and securing major partnerships, driving strong financial performance and reinforcing their commitment to AI-driven innovation.
