Dhofar University, in partnership with Ooredoo and ZTE, has launched the 5G Innovation Lab to foster innovation in education and research. The lab aims to equip future leaders with 5G and IoT skills, supporting Oman’s Vision 2040. The collaboration emphasizes advancing technology and digital transformation in the telecommunications sector.
X, formerly known as Twitter, is preparing to launch its payments service, X Money, with Visa as its first partner. The service will support secure, instant funding of X Wallets and enable peer-to-peer payments. This move aligns with X’s goal to become an “everything app.”
Deloitte Digital and NICE have partnered to revolutionize customer service through AI-powered automation. Their collaboration offers businesses customized solutions that enhance customer experience, improve productivity, and create proactive interactions. This alliance aims to provide end-to-end support from strategy to implementation, transforming how businesses engage with customers.
Sony has launched the MENA Hero Project, an incubator program designed to support game developers in the Middle East and North Africa. The initiative offers mentorship, training, and project-based investment to developers in several MENA countries, aiming to lower entry barriers and showcase emerging talent in the region’s gaming market.
Nokia and Aramco have successfully completed an optical transmission trial, achieving 2.4 Tbps using Nokia’s PSE-6 technology on Aramco’s existing fibre network. This collaboration strengthens Aramco’s network infrastructure for future demands. Nokia’s successful deployments in the region, including for Ooredoo in Oman, continue to advance high-speed connectivity.
Starlink is poised to launch in Bangladesh, aiming to enhance digital connectivity in remote areas. The initiative faces regulatory crafting and high costs, contrasting with local cheaper services, potentially reshaping the digital access landscape.
NSG, a Public Investment Fund-owned company, has acquired Airbus Defence and Space’s UP42 platform to enhance its geospatial capabilities in Saudi Arabia. This acquisition supports the growth of the space economy, contributing to Saudi Vision 2030, while enabling cutting-edge geospatial solutions across various sectors.
Oman reaffirmed its digital leadership ambitions at the “Enhancing and Regulating Connectivity” workshop in Muscat, hosted by Crowe. The event, attended by key telecom and technology stakeholders, focused on advancing digital technology, regulatory challenges, and the financial implications of new telecommunications infrastructure like 5G and cloud systems.
The +92Disrupt conference gathered over 850 tech leaders to highlight Pakistan’s potential in IT and innovation. The event focused on how technology can drive economic transformation and foster collaboration between startups. A girls’ team from NED University won the AI Challenge, emphasizing the role of youth in global tech advancement.
du Pay has partnered with Emirates NBD to enhance digital financial services in the UAE by offering users a unique virtual IBAN for seamless fund transfers. The collaboration also allows cardless cash withdrawals from Emirates NBD ATMs, improving user convenience and reinforcing both companies’ commitment to innovation in banking.
