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In Collaboration with KAUST and “Garage” CST Announce the Registration for the Space Tech Entrepreneurship Incubation Program

Shahzaib7 months ago7 months ago02 mins

The Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST), KAUST, and “Garage” announce the Space Tech Entrepreneurship Incubation Program. This six-month initiative aims to attract investments, support innovation, and expand R&D in the space sector. It includes a hackathon, bootcamp, incubation phase, and community establishment. Interested participants can register on the program page.

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Algeria Doubles International Bandwidth Capacity and Advances Digital Infrastructure

Shahzaib6 months ago6 months ago02 mins

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.

Oman Participates in 28th GCC Ministerial Committee Meeting for Telecommunications and Posts

Editor3 months ago3 months ago01 mins

The committee discussed developing telecommunications and postal sectors and enhancing cooperation among member states, including collaborations in space initiatives.

Symmetry Group Partners with Aleph Holdings to Leverage Spotify for Digital Advertising Growth in Pakistan

Shahzaib4 days ago4 days ago02 mins

Symmetry Group has partnered with Aleph Holdings to bring Spotify’s advanced advertising solutions to Pakistan. This collaboration will allow local businesses to reach targeted audiences through Spotify’s platform, with an expected $5 million in additional revenue in the first year. The partnership marks a significant milestone in Pakistan’s digital advertising ecosystem.

Algeria to Launch Mobile Payment System in January 2025, Boosting Digital Transformation

Abu Areej1 week ago1 week ago04 mins

Algeria is set to launch a mobile payment system in January 2025, aiming to advance digital transformation and financial inclusion.

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Boubyan Bank Partners with Temenos for Core Banking Modernization

Shahzaib5 months ago5 months ago02 mins

Kuwait’s Boubyan Bank partners with Swiss vendor Temenos to modernize its core banking systems, enhancing corporate, retail, and wealth management operations. The scalable platform supports Islamic banking, aiming to improve agility, efficiency, and personalized services. Boubyan joins other Temenos clients like Eurobank Cyprus, Haventree Bank, and Credicorp Capital.

Groundbreaking Health and Wellness Digital Toolkit Launched for RMG Workers in Bangladesh

Shahzaib3 weeks ago3 weeks ago03 mins

A new Health and Wellness Digital Toolkit has been launched to improve the well-being and productivity of the Ready-Made Garment (RMG) workforce in Bangladesh. This initiative, led by AYAT Education and key partners, offers mobile access to health resources and aims to foster a healthier, more sustainable workforce.

NextEra Education: A $42 Million Venture to Revolutionize Egypt’s Education System

Shahzaib4 months ago4 months ago03 mins

NextEra Education, a new $42 million educational initiative in Egypt, aims to modernize the national education system. This platform will incorporate AI technologies and international partnerships to provide degrees in cybersecurity, AI, business, and more.

Grifols Egypt Partners with Orange Business to Enhance Healthcare Infrastructure

Shahzaib4 months ago4 months ago03 mins

Orange Business has completed the first phase of a crucial infrastructure project for Grifols Egypt, establishing a modern data center to support the nation’s healthcare advancements.

Vodacom Group Partners with AWS, Microsoft, and Others to Upskill 1 Million Young Africans by 2027

Shahzaib2 months ago2 months ago04 mins

Vodacom Group has partnered with AWS, Microsoft, and Skillsoft to launch a Digital Skills Hub, aiming to upskill 1 million young Africans by 2027. The hub will provide self-paced digital training to youth across eight countries, addressing Africa’s digital skills gap and preparing the next generation for the workforce.

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In Collaboration with KAUST and “Garage” CST Announce the Registration for the Space Tech Entrepreneurship Incubation Program

Algeria Doubles International Bandwidth Capacity and Advances Digital Infrastructure

Oman Participates in 28th GCC Ministerial Committee Meeting for Telecommunications and Posts

Symmetry Group Partners with Aleph Holdings to Leverage Spotify for Digital Advertising Growth in Pakistan

Algeria to Launch Mobile Payment System in January 2025, Boosting Digital Transformation

Boubyan Bank Partners with Temenos for Core Banking Modernization

Groundbreaking Health and Wellness Digital Toolkit Launched for RMG Workers in Bangladesh

NextEra Education: A $42 Million Venture to Revolutionize Egypt’s Education System

Grifols Egypt Partners with Orange Business to Enhance Healthcare Infrastructure

Vodacom Group Partners with AWS, Microsoft, and Others to Upskill 1 Million Young Africans by 2027