Iraq Ranks Near Bottom in 2025 Global Technology Advancement Index
Iraq ranks 184th globally in technology advancement, trailing most Arab countries and facing critical challenges in digital infrastructure and innovation.
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stc Lands 2Africa Pearls Subsea Cable in Bahrain, Boosting Regional Connectivity
stc lands 2Africa Pearls subsea cable in Bahrain, increasing capacity 10x and enhancing infrastructure for 5G, AI, and IoT in line with Bahrain Vision 2030.
Yemen’s General Telecommunications Corporation Launches New Telecom Projects in Al-Jawf’s Maton District
Yemen launches new telecom infrastructure in Al-Jawf’s Maton District, expanding network coverage and reinforcing information security amid local support.
Space42 Secures $695.5M ECA-Backed Financing for Next-Gen Geostationary Satellites
Space42 raises $695.5M financing for advanced geostationary satellites Al Yah 4 and 5, boosting secure multi-orbit connectivity across key global regions.
Pakistan Telecommunication Authority Issues Urgent Advisory to Maintain Telecom Services Amid Monsoon Floods
PTA urges telecom operators to maintain critical communication services and support disaster relief during Pakistan’s monsoon floods through coordinated emergency protocols and public alerts.
Nepal Registers Nearly 19,000 Cybercrime Cases in FY 2024-25 Amid Rising Fraud and Complex Attacks
Nepal’s cybercrime cases in FY 2024-25 highlight surging fraud and complex digital threats amid reporting challenges and legal gaps, calling for enhanced resources and updated laws.
Kuwait’s Deputy Chief of Staff Highlights Strategic Importance of National Security Network Project
Kuwait’s Deputy Chief of Staff underscores the National Security Network’s pivotal role in modernizing military communications with secure, integrated, and resilient technology infrastructure.
stc Kuwait Reports Strong H1 2025 Growth, Launches 5G Advanced Network and Expands Digital Innovation
stc Kuwait’s H1 2025 highlights include 5G Advanced rollout, 5.2% revenue growth, and initiatives supporting startups, reflecting strong financial health and leadership in digital transformation.
Egypt Launches ‘Maaki’ Initiative to Equip One Million Women in Upper Egypt with Digital Skills
Egypt’s Maaki initiative empowers one million women in Upper Egypt with digital skills through a partnership between MSMEDA, Vodafone Egypt, Samsung, and CARE Egypt, advancing digital inclusion and women’s entrepreneurship.
Mastercard and Kashat Partner to Digitize Financial Services Across MENA
Mastercard and Kashat collaborate to drive digital financial inclusion in MENA by streamlining onboarding and payment processes for unbanked communities.