5dVR has expanded to Saudi Arabia with AstroLabs to enable firms to adopt AR, VR, and mixed reality technologies. The Cairo-based company aims to transform local sectors by leveraging its global expertise and fostering digital transformation, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030. The Saudi AR/VR sector is expected to grow significantly, creating demand for 5dVR’s innovative services.
Jordan’s NCSC launched the National Cyber Security Strategy 2024-2028, focusing on security, resilience, transformation, and partnerships. The strategy aims to create a secure digital environment, supporting national digital transformation and economic growth. Key initiatives include a new digital transformation unit and enhanced cyber security for the aviation sector.
This speed mentoring event provided the youth with opportunities for one-to-one discussions with industry leaders and gain insights from a career planning session delivered by Zain.
audi Arabia also achieved 1st place among the G20 countries in the pillar of meaningful connectivity and 2nd place in the pillar of universal connectivity.
Bahrain’s Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications and Ministry of Industry and Commerce signed an MoU with AP Moller-Maersk to develop a ship recycling industry. The initiative aims to promote safe and sustainable ship recycling, enhance economic growth, and support Bahrain’s sustainable development and carbon neutrality goals.
eSiha, an Algerian e-health solution, connects users with healthcare professionals via a mobile app. Founded in 2019, it offers services like appointment scheduling, teleconsultations, and digital health records. With over 50,000 downloads and nearly 4,000 daily connections, eSiha significantly improves healthcare access and efficiency in Algeria.
Algeria has doubled its international bandwidth capacity to 9.8 Tbps by early 2024 and completed a 2,600 km fiber optic segment as part of the Trans-Saharan Fiber Optic Backbone project. This initiative, aimed at fostering a digital economy, is co-funded by the AfDB and the EU, and will enhance connectivity and economic growth.
Grameenphone, Bangladesh’s largest mobile operator, reported a Tk 1,338 crore profit for Q1 2024, a 72% increase year-on-year. The growth was driven by reduced finance costs, foreign exchange gains, and lower income tax expenses, with revenue rising by 5% to Tk 3,734 crore.
Morocco has given telecom companies a three-month deadline to identify all anonymous phone numbers or face suspension of these lines. This initiative aims to enhance security and accountability in the telecommunications sector by ensuring all phone numbers are properly identified and linked to their respective owners.
Zain KSA has launched new digital authentication services in Saudi Arabia through a partnership with the Sadq platform, enhancing digital transformation and sustainability. This initiative aims to improve customer experience, streamline operations, and bolster data protection, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030’s goals. Zain Cloud has been awarded the highest rating for cloud computing service providers by CST.
