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Qatar’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) has partnered with Microsoft to support startups and foster digital innovation. The initiative aims to provide mentorship, access to technologies like AI and cloud computing, and training programs to enhance competitiveness, aligning with Qatar’s Digital Agenda 2030 and strengthening its tech ecosystem.
Orange Jordan has launched Fiber to the Room (FTTR) and Wi-Fi 6 technologies, providing customers with high-speed, reliable internet. Covering 1 million households across main cities and governorates, these advancements ensure strong, stable connections for all family members, revolutionizing internet services in Jordan.
MyMonty teams up with Mastercard to boost digital payment solutions in Lebanon, enhancing transaction security and convenience while supporting the nation’s transition to a cashless digital economy.
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The Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA) in Qatar promotes the use of AI and facial recognition for digital SIM card registration, enhancing convenience and aligning with Qatar’s Vision 2030 objectives.
Dubai Internet City, part of TECOM Group, celebrates its 25th anniversary with a customer growth of over 17.5%, exceeding 4,000 businesses. The talent pool has also expanded to over 31,000 professionals. Recent investments of AED 1.9 billion aim to meet the evolving needs of the global tech industry.
Bupa Arabia’s new AI-driven Digital Clinic provides accessible healthcare services through smartphones, aiming to keep users healthy while improving the company’s efficiency. The service uses AI to track health data and predict risks, offering virtual consultations, checkups, and medication delivery to patients with chronic conditions.
eSTEM Morocco has expanded its Titrit Digital Houses project, opening five new centers to provide digital education for marginalized girls. In partnership with L’Oréal Morocco and supported by the L’Oréal Fund for Women, the initiative promotes digital literacy, gender equality, and leadership, aiming to empower 50,000 girls across Morocco.
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.