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Vodafone Qatar has partnered with Honor to provide exclusive benefits, including a dedicated in-store display and a two-year warranty on Honor devices. This collaboration enhances the customer experience and reinforces Vodafone Qatar’s focus on innovation.
KoçSistem participated in LEAP 2025 and expanded its presence in the Middle East with a new office in Riyadh. The company showcased its advanced technology solutions and signed a strategic partnership with ACES for the Pixage digital publishing solution, strengthening its regional competitiveness and export capabilities.
Visa has introduced several digital payment innovations in Qatar, including the launch of ‘Click to Pay’, a biometric-enhanced solution, in line with Qatar’s National Vision 2030. These initiatives aim to boost digital payment adoption, support the fintech sector, and facilitate secure, user-friendly financial services for both consumers and businesses in the country.
In an impressive leap forward, Zain Kuwait demonstrated its network’s capabilities for the rollout of 5G New Calling (5GNC), a…
Iran and Saudi Arabia are strengthening ICT cooperation, focusing on regional data transit, cybersecurity, e-government, and infrastructure development. The countries aim to boost mutual collaboration through joint projects in AI, messaging platforms, and optical fiber, while leveraging their private sectors for ICT advancements, contributing to economic and technological growth.
Leading Telecommunications Operator in Alaska Will Benefit From Continued Partnership Using Industry-Leading BSS/OSS Platform WALTHAM, Mass.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Netcracker Technology announced…
Algeria and Oman have launched digital platforms to improve parental access to student performance information. Algeria’s “Espace des Parents d’Elèves” and Oman’s “Wilaya’s App” allow parents to monitor academic progress and examination results easily, enhancing communication between schools and families and fostering greater involvement in education.
stc Group achieved a milestone in Riyadh Season, with a 61% usage rate for its 5G network in Boulevard City. By integrating AI and robust infrastructure, stc enhanced the visitor experience and supported major growth in international roaming and network expansion. This highlights Riyadh’s role as a global tech hub.
A study by Ookla reveals that Gulf nations, including Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait, offer some of the best 5G roaming speeds globally. The research shows that visitors from countries like Austria and Saudi Arabia enjoy top speeds, enhancing the digital experience for travelers and boosting regional tourism.
Iran has ordered senior officials to cease using connected devices due to fears of cyber espionage amid escalating cyberattacks linked to Israel. The move highlights ongoing digital confrontations and includes warnings against apps like WhatsApp amid accusations of intelligence gathering.