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ODP has partnered with the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning to modernise the Ministry’s IT infrastructure with a comprehensive cloud transformation. This includes establishing a Disaster Recovery Centre and implementing enhanced cybersecurity measures. The project aims to improve public service delivery, strengthen resilience, and align with Oman’s digital transformation goals.
Oman has launched the National Program for AI and Advanced Digital Technologies, aiming to enhance the digital economy and align with Vision 2040. Key initiatives include an AI research center, a national data platform, and a Fourth Industrial Revolution center, with the goal of increasing AI’s contribution to GDP.
Egypt’s Digital Egypt platform expanded significantly in 2025, surpassing 200 government services and growing its user base to 10.4 million. Transactions increased 300%, new apps and services were added, and e-litigation capabilities expanded. The progress supports Egypt’s wider digital-transformation strategy and improves nationwide access to public services.
The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), along with KAUST and “Hello Tomorrow,” has launched a report highlighting Saudi Arabia’s deep tech sector. Focused on innovation, AI, and IoT, the report outlines growth and investment opportunities in line with Vision 2030’s digital economy goals.
IBM and stc group have introduced a quantum-safe cybersecurity framework to protect Saudi Arabia’s telecom infrastructure from future quantum-enabled threats. The partnership strengthens encryption, aligns with NIST standards, and supports Vision 2030 goals, positioning stc as a regional leader in secure, future-ready telecommunications as quantum technologies rapidly advance.
Zain Bahrain has welcomed 34 new trainees as part of its Zain Youth Empowerment program. The internship offers hands-on experience across various departments, while also engaging in community initiatives. The program aligns with Zain Bahrain’s commitment to corporate sustainability and equipping young Bahraini talent with valuable skills.
Yango Group has launched Yango Ventures, a corporate venture fund to support early-stage startups in high-growth regions such as Pakistan, LATAM, Sub-Saharan Africa, and MENA. With an initial fund of $20 million, Yango Ventures aims to empower startups in O2O, B2B SaaS, and FinTech sectors to scale and drive sustainable growth.
Yango Tech and DealCart have partnered to integrate grocery delivery into the Yango super-app in Pakistan, leveraging AI-powered solutions to enhance business operations and customer convenience in Karachi.
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The Medusa submarine cable has successfully landed in Nador, Morocco, advancing a major Mediterranean connectivity project linking Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. The open-access landing station strengthens Morocco’s role as a regional digital hub while supporting resilient, high-capacity international data routes.