Ooredoo Kuwait has partnered with OWS Automotive to develop digital transportation technologies, focusing on smart fleets, IoT applications, and road management solutions. This collaboration aligns with Kuwait’s national development goals, driving innovation in the automotive and transportation sectors.
Veon subsidiary Banglalink has agreed to sell around a third of its tower portfolio in Bangladesh to Summit Towers for $100 million. This strategic move, involving the transfer of over 2,000 towers, aligns with Veon’s shift towards a digital operator model and will help Banglalink focus on digital services expansion.
Google Cloud has opened new offices in Kuwait, licensed by KDIPA, to support the country’s digital transformation and economic development. The expansion aligns with Kuwait’s National Vision 2035, focusing on modernization, smart economy, and infrastructure, and aims to enhance government services, cybersecurity, and economic growth through advanced digital technologies.
Researchers at American University of Sharjah (AUS) have developed luminescent sensors that detect trace amounts of phosphorus-based toxic compounds. These sensors, patented and funded by AUS, can detect and neutralize chemical warfare agents and pesticides in real-time, offering significant applications in defense, environmental monitoring, and public safety.
The National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) has released its 2024 report, highlighting key economic indicators in Saudi Arabia’s cybersecurity sector. The…
Dubai AI Campus and Google Cloud have partnered to boost the growth of startups within the Dubai AI Campus. The collaboration will provide mentorship, resources, and access to Google Cloud’s AI innovations, supporting Dubai’s vision to become a global tech hub. This partnership aims to accelerate AI-driven innovation and entrepreneurship in the region.
Banglalink reports a 15.1% revenue growth in Q3 2023, marking its sixth consecutive quarter of double-digit growth. The telecom company has strengthened its digital services with the success of its entertainment platform Toffee and super app MyBL, and expanded 4G connectivity across Bangladesh.
SAP emphasizes AI’s potential to transform jobs and industries in Pakistan, highlighting its role in digital transformation efforts across key sectors and government operations.
By 2031, Dubai Police will fully integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into all services, including security, crime forecasting, traffic management, and disaster response. The AI Strategic Plan 2018-2031 aims to enhance policing through AI-assisted customer service centers, smart stations, and advanced tools, aligning with Dubai’s vision for a safe, smart city.
Global leaders gathered at Wageningen University in the Netherlands to pledge support for making Bangladesh’s agriculture more resilient and sustainable. The roundtable focused on enhancing profitability for small farmers and introducing advanced agricultural technologies, with commitments from international experts and institutions to support long-term, impact-driven initiatives.
