Apaya and Telr have formed a strategic partnership to enhance e-commerce in the MENA region. The collaboration integrates Telr’s payment solutions with Apaya’s no-code automation platform, providing merchants with seamless payment experiences, fraud protection, and advanced financial services. This partnership aims to drive digital commerce growth across the region.
Professor Alexander Akpodiete conducted a successful five-day Satellite Communication Training Program for Bahrain’s TRA, focusing on advanced topics like AI and cybersecurity. The program aimed to align satellite communication with Bahrain’s Vision 2030 goals, providing practical skills to enhance the nation’s technological infrastructure and global competitiveness.
Reboot01 is advancing Bahrain’s digital transformation by training developers in AI, cybersecurity, and FinTech. In partnership with Tamkeen and supported by the EDB, the institute equips students with industry-relevant skills. The institute also collaborates with over 20 companies for internships, job placements, and projects, reinforcing Bahrain’s tech ecosystem.
Northstar Telecom has partnered with SOS Marketing, a leading digital marketing agency in Bahrain. SOS Marketing will manage the telecom company’s digital marketing efforts and introduce “Digital Marketing as a Service” (DMaaS) to clients, enhancing its offerings and boosting digital engagement for businesses.
Sonatrach CEO Rachid Hachichi reaffirmed the company’s commitment to Algeria’s industrial transformation by modernizing its fertilizer and chemical sector to boost food security. He also inspected the Koudiet Eddraouche desalination plant, marking a significant step in the country’s water security program, which aims to meet 60% of drinking water needs by 2030.
Orange Jordan has announced key administrative changes for 2025, including the creation of the Consumer Business Unit under Samer Haj and the appointment of new leaders in marketing, fintech, and enterprise services. These moves align with the company’s strategy to enhance customer experience and strengthen its market position.
Nokia and stc Group have completed the first 1Tbps long-haul field trial in the MEA region, leveraging Nokia’s PSE-6s technology and stc Group’s DWDM network. This breakthrough will enhance Saudi Arabia’s digital infrastructure, supporting Vision 2030 goals, and improving network efficiency for cloud and AI services.
Bahrain’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has approved changes to BNET’s services, increasing fibre broadband speeds more than twofold at no additional cost to consumers. This move supports Bahrain’s goal of becoming one of the most connected nations globally, maintaining competitive pricing while fostering economic growth through improved digital connectivity.
WorldCall Telecom has inaugurated a Center of Excellence (CoE) for AI and Big Data services in Pakistan, marking a key milestone in its technological growth. The CoE will focus on product activation, back-office support for GTC, and the global launch of innovative platforms like CADNZ, enhancing WTL’s market positioning.
Jordan’s ICT sector continues to thrive with the ongoing royal support, bolstering economic growth and digital transformation. The sector’s expansion is driving job creation, entrepreneurial innovation, and positioning Jordan as a regional hub for ICT services, aligning with the nation’s Economic Modernization Vision.
