Jordan and Kazakhstan have signed a memorandum of cooperation to enhance digital transformation, focusing on e-government, smart infrastructure, health tech, and cybersecurity. The partnership aims to foster innovation, support startups, and accelerate digital solutions in both countries, marking a significant step in global digital collaboration and economic development.
Djezzy, an Algerian telecom operator, has entered the cloud services market to support businesses and institutions in their digital transformation. The company aims to provide secure, flexible cloud solutions, leveraging the growing public cloud market in Algeria, which is expected to generate $1.12 billion in revenue by 2025.
Zain KSA and Dell Technologies have signed an MoU to transform the cloud ecosystem in Saudi Arabia. The collaboration will leverage Dell’s expertise in cloud solutions, offering flexible services like IaaS, SaaS, and XaaS to empower businesses with easy cloud access and help drive digital transformation in the region.
NileSat reported a 31.83% year-on-year increase in net profits for 2024, reaching $57.681 million. The company’s operating revenue slightly decreased to $101.140 million. For the first nine months, net profits after tax grew by 26.77%, reflecting the company’s strong performance in satellite broadcasting and broadband services.
The Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) has reduced the national usage of terrestrial bandwidth from India to 50%, aiming to create a fairer competition between submarine and terrestrial cable operators. The move also includes raising the revenue-sharing rate for ITCs and increasing the market share target for submarine cables.
Malaysia and Bahrain are set to sign several collaborations, including in Islamic fintech, by May this year. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim highlighted key areas such as fintech, education, and bilateral investments, emphasizing the importance of research and cooperation to enhance capabilities in digital and energy transitions.
Rollpay Africa and Nile Entertainment successfully hosted the Film Tech Connect Exhibition, bringing together film, technology, and finance leaders to discuss the future of filmtech in Africa. The event highlighted Rollpay’s new platform for streamlining production payments and featured discussions on optimizing financial management and distribution solutions for filmmakers.
Oman is launching an AI semiconductor chip manufacturing project in Salalah Free Zone. This initiative, backed by regional and international funds, will strengthen the country’s position in the global semiconductor industry, develop local expertise, and attract global talent, particularly from Taiwan, South Korea, and Japan.
Algeria has launched its first Skills Center in Sétif, focusing on AI, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies. This initiative aims to train young professionals, foster innovation, and support startups with a 1.5 billion dinar investment. The project aligns with national efforts to drive digital transformation and economic growth.
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