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Deliveroo UAE has partnered with Flyby to pilot the use of “Smart Delivery Boxes” on delivery bikes in Abu Dhabi. These digital billboards provide geo-targeted advertising, offering real-time impressions and dynamic content. This collaboration introduces innovative OOH advertising while maintaining compliance with road safety regulations.
Tamkeen’s Kawader Skills Portal is connecting skilled Bahraini professionals with job opportunities in the ICT sector, streamlining recruitment for private sector organizations. The platform aims to position nationals as the preferred workforce and supports sector growth by offering career development opportunities and access to a tailored talent pool.
BNET has completed the acquisition of Amwaj Islands’ fixed-fibre infrastructure network, expanding its network coverage. This move will enhance telecommunications services for local residents and users, supporting Bahrain’s national vision for competitive growth in the ICT sector. It will also allow consumers to choose from various service providers.
Qatar’s IT sector is on track for strong growth fueled by digital transformation, strategic investments, and regulatory support, positioning the country as a Gulf technology hub with expanding job opportunities and innovative market dynamics.
Ooredoo has committed QAR 2.8 million to support Hamad Bin Khalifa University’s Qatar Centre for Quantum Computing in developing Qatar’s first quantum communication testbed. This initiative aims to establish a secure quantum communication system, positioning Qatar as a leader in quantum technology and strengthening its role in the global tech landscape.
The $38 million FBB-Tech electronics project has been launched in Egypt’s Sokhna Industrial Zone. Developed by China’s FBB-Tech and Hisense, it aims to produce 1 million units annually and create 337 jobs. The project supports Egypt’s goals to boost sustainable development and electronics manufacturing for local and export markets.
Dell Technologies has opened its first Merge and Fulfillment Center in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. The facility will handle up to 600,000 units annually and includes product customization capabilities. The investment supports Saudi Vision 2030, creating jobs, fostering local talent, and driving innovation in the kingdom’s growing ICT ecosystem.
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Zeebu, a Web3 payments platform for telecom, partners with SilentSwap, a privacy-focused cross-chain aggregator, to enhance transaction privacy and security. This collaboration integrates SilentSwap’s technology into Zeebu’s blockchain solutions, setting new standards in telecom settlements and DeFi. The partnership aims to offer a secure, decentralized application for global transactions.
Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority (GEA) has launched a digital platform through the Saudi Business Center to streamline key entertainment services, boosting business activity and investment. The initiative supports the Kingdom’s entertainment sector, part of Vision 2030, which saw a 130% rise in visitor numbers and increased licensing activity in 2024.