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Pakistan’s digital payments surged by 9% in Q1 FY25, with mobile banking and e-commerce leading the way. The Raast system’s success highlighted the shift to digital wallets and mobile platforms. With continued growth in digital services, Pakistan is on track to enhance financial inclusion and drive economic development.
Bahrain Police Day underscores the Interior Ministry’s role in strengthening national security and community safety. The Transportation and Telecommunications Minister praised strategic security advancements under Bahrain’s leadership and emphasized cross-ministerial collaboration to enhance government efficiency and public services for citizens and residents.
Bahrain launched a national AI policy aligned with GCC ethical guidelines to ensure responsible AI use, foster public trust, and boost government efficiency. The policy promotes training, legal compliance, and innovation to support the Kingdom’s digital transformation and sustainable development goals.
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MTN South Sudan has launched 4G+ coverage in Wun Kuel, bringing faster and more reliable internet to an underserved area in Warrap State. The expansion supports education, commerce, and digital inclusion, reinforcing MTN’s commitment to bridging the digital divide and extending high-quality connectivity nationwide.
Moroccan Minister Ghita Mezzour discussed potential AI collaborations during her meeting with OpenAI in San Francisco. The discussions aimed at tailoring AI systems for Morocco’s needs and leveraging the country’s tech talent. This visit highlights Morocco’s commitment to becoming a central hub for technological innovation.
AI-powered wearable technology is revolutionizing sports by enhancing performance and preventing injuries. By tracking metrics like heart rate and movement in real time, athletes and teams can receive personalized feedback, optimizing training. While challenges like data overload and privacy remain, machine learning simplifies data for actionable insights in real-time.
Nokia will modernize INX-ZA’s Internet Exchange Points in Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban, introducing 400GE and expanded 100GE services. The upgrade expands JINX to ten data centers, improves scalability, reduces latency, and enhances South Africa’s digital infrastructure, enabling ISPs, enterprises, and cloud providers to meet rising demand.
Ooredoo Kuwait celebrated Kuwaiti Women’s Day by launching initiatives to honor and empower women within the company and community. The company recognized female employees, hosted SAP Kuwait’s MD Sondos Bushahri, and collaborated with Alnowair for a leadership workshop, underscoring Ooredoo’s commitment to inclusion and female empowerment.
Cairo, Egypt – 7 September 2025 — Egypt’s Minister of Communications and Information Technology, Dr. Amr Talaat, has appointed Eng….