Orange Jordan has launched the Innovation and Growth Opportunities (IGO) program to enhance creativity and innovation among employees. The initiative aims to generate ideas that contribute to the company’s growth, offering rewards and training to support employees in turning their ideas into actionable projects, fostering a culture of innovation.
The award reflects Algérie Télécom’s commitment to enhancing connectivity and quality services.
Telenor Velocity and Google have partnered to nurture tech startups in Pakistan through the Google Cloud Startup Competition 2024. This initiative aims to drive innovation in AI, fintech, and other sectors, offering winners a cash prize and networking opportunities, thereby enhancing Pakistan’s tech ecosystem and entrepreneurial landscape.
UMX Studio, a Saudi-based mobile game developer, has raised $4.5 million from Jetapult, backed by Accel Partners. The investment will help UMX expand its game portfolio and reach global audiences, driving growth in the Saudi gaming industry.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan emphasized strengthening economic cooperation in sectors like IT, agriculture, and green technology. They discussed deepening bilateral relations, supporting each other on key national issues, and reaffirming their commitment to regional peace, with a target of achieving $5 billion in bilateral trade.
The proposed merger between PTCL and Telenor Pakistan promises to advance the country’s telecom sector by driving infrastructure development, including 5G rollout. The merger aims to improve service quality, efficiency, and connectivity, particularly in rural areas, while fostering investment and enhancing Pakistan’s competitiveness in the regional market.
Redington has successfully hosted ‘The Vertical Congress’ in Riyadh, focusing on digital transformation across key industries like BFSI, Education, Construction, and Healthcare. The event gathered industry leaders and showcased innovative solutions, reinforcing Redington’s commitment to empowering Saudi businesses in their digital journey.
Nokia has partnered with Ooredoo Oman to deploy a high-capacity DWDM network to meet the demands of hyperscalers, AI, and cloud platforms. This collaboration will enhance Oman’s digital infrastructure, enabling low-latency connectivity and establishing the country as a key regional hub, with services launching in March 2025.
Saad Al-Azmi, Assistant Undersecretary for Media Services at the Ministry of Information, highlighted the importance of adapting to digital intelligence advancements in the media sector during the ASBU meeting. The focus on AI aims to enhance Arab media institutions, improve citizen services, and support training initiatives across the region.
Egypt’s Ministry of Communications and Xceed have partnered to develop an AI-powered quality assurance application for call centers. The tool aims to enhance operational efficiency by analyzing customer service calls in real-time, identifying issues, and improving service quality, reinforcing Egypt’s position as a leader in the global outsourcing market.
