DeNet has launched its mobile Watcher Node, enabling smartphone users to enhance decentralized data security while earning rewards. By using the DeNet Storage app, users can quickly set up their nodes to monitor data replication, contributing to a robust storage network and benefiting from the evolving digital landscape.
Kuwait Telecommunications Company – stc sponsored the TEDxSafat Square event, themed “Growth: Embracing Endless Possibilities.” The event gathered over 100 participants and featured prominent speakers discussing digital transformation and entrepreneurship. This initiative aligns with stc’s CSR strategy to foster innovation and support the entrepreneurial spirit in Kuwait.
Dell Technologies and Presight have signed an MoU to develop AI and big data solutions, enhancing digital transformation in the UAE. The collaboration will focus on innovative edge, open RAN, and IoT analytics architectures, combining Presight’s AI expertise with Dell’s infrastructure solutions for sustainable and secure advancements.
Trend Micro partners with NVIDIA to enhance security for AI-enabled private data centres globally. Integrating NVIDIA NIM and Morpheus with Trend Vision One – SPC solutions, this collaboration improves data privacy, real-time analysis, and threat mitigation. The partnership aims to secure next-generation AI-driven infrastructures with cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions.
Bahrain’s Information & eGovernment Authority (iGA) achieved significant digital transformation milestones in H1 2024, including 4 million electronic transactions, BD374 million in digital payments, 35 new eServices, and partnerships with key entities. The iGA also launched major national systems and improved government service efficiency and effectiveness.
Educatly, an Egyptian startup, raised $2.5 million to expand its digital higher education platform across MENA. The platform, connecting students with global university programs, plans to reach seven million users by 2024, enhancing its technology to support more personalized education and career planning services.
The third round of Oman’s National Digital Economy Programme was launched in Buraimi, aiming to enhance digital infrastructure under Oman Vision 2040. This initiative involves key sectors like AI, cybersecurity, and e-commerce, promoting comprehensive digital transformation across all governorates.
The State Bank of Pakistan’s Q3 FY 2023-24 report shows digital transactions comprising 83% of total retail payments, with 844 million transactions worth PKR 128,470 billion processed by banks and EMIs. Mobile and internet banking saw significant growth, and Raast processed 140 million transactions worth PKR 3,437 billion, highlighting rapid digital adoption.
The United Nations in Jordan is advancing digital literacy among youth to tackle the high unemployment rates and prepare them for the digital economy. Through programs like “Digital Skills for a Better Future” and “Me and My Mobile,” young Jordanians are gaining crucial skills for employment and personal development.
Mubadala Investment Company has invested in Yondr Group, enhancing its global digital infrastructure portfolio. This partnership will support Yondr’s growth in hyperscale data centers, driven by increasing demands from AI, 5G, and IoT technologies. Yondr aims for net-zero emissions by 2030 through sustainable practices.
