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UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Sultan Haitham bin Tariq of Oman reinforced historic ties during talks in Salalah, affirming stronger cooperation across politics, culture, and trade. With AED129 billion in joint investments and the launch of the Al Rawdah Special Economic Zone, both nations are cementing their role as key Gulf economic partners.
Tenaui has launched the largest digital commercial printing press in the Middle East, located in Riyadh and powered by Canon’s advanced technology. The facility supports Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 by providing scalable, high-volume printing solutions for businesses, enabling growth in the region’s printing industry.
He will spearhead business initiatives in the region with his market-specific knowledge DUBAI, UAE — 8 July 2025 — ManageEngine,…
Huawei is set to unveil its latest ICT innovations at Cairo ICT, aimed at supporting Egypt’s digital transformation in line with the country’s 2030 vision. The focus will be on intelligent, sustainable technologies, marking the 5th anniversary of “Cairo OpenLab” and signing multiple MOUs for digital transformation.
Egypt’s Supreme Council of Universities now permits direct university admission for technical school graduates in AI and computing, removing equivalency barriers and expanding the nation’s tech talent pipeline. This policy aligns with regional Middle Eastern efforts to integrate vocational and academic pathways.
Bahrain FinTech Bay has partnered with ZenData Security to offer specialized cybersecurity training in the financial sector. The program, launching in June, will cover key topics like threat identification, security protocols, and incident response, aiming to strengthen cybersecurity awareness and capabilities in Bahrain’s fintech ecosystem.
Morocco is leading Africa in AI adoption, with 80% of its population aware of ChatGPT and 38% actively using it, according to a BCG survey. This positions Morocco as a global leader in embracing AI technology, driven by a tech-savvy population and strategic investments in digital infrastructure and education.
Kuwait’s CITRA, in collaboration with Zajil Telecom, has launched a new land-based international data corridor connecting Europe to the Gulf through Iraq. This route offers a faster, more reliable alternative to marine cables, with a 100-gigabit capacity, enhancing secure data transmission for large enterprises and service providers.
Singer Sri Lanka expands 5G smartphone offerings with exclusive HONOR launches, reinforcing its market leadership and commitment to broad 5G accessibility alongside global brands.
Abu Dhabi, February 4, 2025 – Smpl Fund I, a $10 million venture capital fund launched by SmplHoldings, has announced…