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du Participates in International Government Communication Forum to Advance UAE’s Communication Standards

Shahzaib4 months ago4 months ago04 mins

du is participating in the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF) in Sharjah, focusing on enhancing government communication strategies and cultural excellence in the UAE. The event, centered on “Agile Governments…Innovative Communication,” will explore the future of resilient governments through innovative communication, addressing global challenges and opportunities in governance.

Egypt’s Mobile Phone Market Rebounds with Significant Growth in June 2024

Shahzaib4 months ago4 months ago02 mins

Huawei has launched AI initiatives to drive Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, focusing on digital transformation and economic diversification. The company highlighted its advanced AI technologies and noted significant growth in public cloud revenue during the Huawei Cloud Summit in Riyadh, where it showcased its role in the Kingdom’s technological progress.

Huawei Launches AI Initiatives to Accelerate Saudi Arabia’s Digital Transformation

Shahzaib4 months ago4 months ago02 mins

Huawei has launched AI initiatives to support Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, focusing on digital transformation and economic diversification. At the Huawei Cloud Summit in Riyadh, the company highlighted its advanced AI technologies and noted a tenfold increase in public cloud revenue in Saudi Arabia in 2023.

Delivery Hero to List MENA Business Talabat on Dubai Financial Market

Shahzaib4 months ago4 months ago02 mins

Delivery Hero plans to list its MENA business, Talabat, on the Dubai Financial Market in Q4 2024, marking the first tech IPO there. The move, involving a secondary sale of shares while retaining majority ownership, follows the divestment of Foodpanda in Taiwan to enhance financial health.

Barq Rapidly Gains Traction with Over 1 Million Users in Three Weeks

Shahzaib4 months ago4 months ago02 mins

Barq, a Saudi fintech led by Ahmed Alenazi, has garnered over 1 million users in just three weeks following its public debut. Licensed by SAMA, the startup offers extensive features including digital personal accounts, Visa cards, and international money transfers, rapidly positioning itself as a major player in the fintech sector.

Maxab and Wasoko Complete Merger, Form Largest B2B Retail Network in Africa

Shahzaib4 months ago4 months ago04 mins

Maxab and Wasoko have completed their merger, creating Africa’s largest B2B retail network with over 450,000 merchants and 4,000 employees across five countries. The combined entity, led by co-CEOs Belal El-Megharbel and Daniel Yu, aims to double its revenue by year-end while enhancing trade between North and East Africa.

SLB Elevates Subsea Technology in Africa as Gold, Networking Sponsor at African Energy Week (AEW) 2024

Editor4 months ago4 months ago08 mins

The contract, which was granted to OneSubsea last month, involves a 13-well subsea production system for the 70, 000 parrel per day project which expects first production in 2028.

Zain KSA and Huawei Revolutionize Connectivity in Saudi Arabia with Advanced FWA Solutions

Shahzaib4 months ago4 months ago04 mins

Zain KSA and Huawei have introduced advanced FWA² solutions under Saudi Vision 2030, enhancing connectivity for home, business, and underserved users. These solutions offer high-speed, reliable internet with innovations like FWA Pro, FWA Lite, and FWA Business, supporting digital transformation and bridging connectivity gaps across Saudi Arabia and the Gulf region.

ONIC Revolutionizes Pakistan’s Telecom Industry with Digital-First Approach

Shahzaib4 months ago4 months ago01 mins

ONIC, a digital telco brand launched a year ago, has quickly transformed Pakistan’s telecom industry with its digital-first approach. The brand’s rapid growth in subscribers highlights its strong market appeal and innovative strategy, setting new standards and prompting competitors to follow suit in the traditionally conventional telco market.

Expanding Nigeria’s Digital Landscape: Free Public Wi-Fi Initiatives and Regulatory Measures

Shahzaib4 months ago4 months ago07 mins

Nigeria is expanding its digital economy with initiatives like the National Broadband Plan 2020-2025 and free public Wi-Fi projects in various states. These efforts aim to improve internet access, reduce the digital divide, and promote economic growth. NITDA regulates these initiatives to ensure quality, security, and widespread availability across the country.

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Content Player Awards to Launch in April 2025, Revolutionizing Digital Content in the Middle East

Vodafone Qatar Wins ‘Leading Corporate for Investor Relations’ at 2024 MEIRA Awards

e& Launches ‘Nukhbat Al Wattan’ to Empower Emirati Youth Before National Service

Saudi Broadcasting Authority Upgrades Studio A with Cutting-Edge Technology to Enhance Production Quality

Saudi Arabia and Iraq Strengthen Digital Partnerships for Economic Growth and Innovation

Google Wallet Set to Launch in Pakistan by January 2025, Expanding Digital Payment Solutions

Over 1.6 Million Moroccans Struggle with Internet Affordability, Ranks 105th Globally

Saudi Skills National Competition Launches Mobile Robotics Challenge in Al-Ahsa

stc Bahrain Partners with Huawei to Launch 4th Edition of Technical Capacity Program

Viettel High Tech Signs $1 Million Deal with High Cloud Technologies to Supply 5G Systems for Middle East

du Participates in International Government Communication Forum to Advance UAE’s Communication Standards

Egypt’s Mobile Phone Market Rebounds with Significant Growth in June 2024

Huawei Launches AI Initiatives to Accelerate Saudi Arabia’s Digital Transformation

Delivery Hero to List MENA Business Talabat on Dubai Financial Market

Barq Rapidly Gains Traction with Over 1 Million Users in Three Weeks

Maxab and Wasoko Complete Merger, Form Largest B2B Retail Network in Africa

SLB Elevates Subsea Technology in Africa as Gold, Networking Sponsor at African Energy Week (AEW) 2024

Zain KSA and Huawei Revolutionize Connectivity in Saudi Arabia with Advanced FWA Solutions

ONIC Revolutionizes Pakistan’s Telecom Industry with Digital-First Approach

Expanding Nigeria’s Digital Landscape: Free Public Wi-Fi Initiatives and Regulatory Measures