BENEFIT and Ant International Partner to Bring Alipay+ to Bahrain in 2026

BENEFIT and Ant International have partnered to launch Alipay+ cross-border QR payments in Bahrain starting in 2026. The initiative will allow over 15,000 merchants to accept international wallet payments and will later enable outbound payments for Bahraini consumers. The partnership supports Bahrain’s digital economy strategy and strengthens its position as a regional fintech hub.

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Algeria Unveils Digital Platform for Remote Declaration of Lost Documents

Algeria has launched a digital platform allowing citizens to declare lost documents remotely, reducing administrative delays and simplifying procedures. Introduced by Interior Minister Al-Saeed Saioud and developed by the General Directorate of National Security, the service supports Algeria’s wider digital transformation agenda and efforts to modernize public services nationwide.

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Digital Dubai Implements Strategic Vision for Data Centre Economy

Digital Dubai, in collaboration with government and private sector partners, is implementing the Strategic Vision for the Data Centre Economy. This initiative aims to position Dubai as a leading destination for sustainable, AI-driven data centres, enhancing digital transformation and economic productivity, and supporting next-generation technologies like Web 3.0, Metaverse, and Smart Cities.

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