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The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has introduced a Temporary Mobile Registration System for overseas Pakistanis and foreign nationals. Visitors can register their mobile devices online for up to 120 days without any fees, ensuring seamless connectivity during their stay. This initiative supports Pakistan’s digital transformation efforts.
Nokia and Morocco’s Ministry of Digital Transition have signed an MoU to support the Digital Morocco 2030 strategy. The partnership will enhance digital infrastructure, including 5G networks and fiber optics, while focusing on talent development, digital skills, and creating a National Digital Fabric to drive Morocco’s digital economy.
du has partnered with the Global Government Cloud Forum to promote cloud adoption in the public sector. CEO Fahad Al Hassawi will deliver a keynote addressing how telcos can support cloud solutions in government and private sectors. The event aims to drive innovation and digital transformation in government institutions.
Pakistan’s Visor Dynamics has unveiled Elite AI, a homegrown defense-focused AI platform capable of analyzing satellite imagery, intelligence data, and mission planning scenarios in real time. The launch positions Pakistan alongside global leaders in defense AI and highlights the nation’s capacity for world-class technological innovation.
Cassava Technologies, led by Strive Masiyiwa, plans to invest up to USD 720 million in partnership with NVIDIA to build Africa’s first AI factory. The initiative will deploy 12,000 GPUs across South Africa, Egypt, Nigeria, Kenya, and Morocco, boosting AI infrastructure and capabilities across the continent.
Oman is investing $260 million in its logistics sector, aiming to boost growth by developing free trade zones, airports, and ports. The sector, which currently accounts for 6% of GDP, targets an increase to $93 billion by 2040. Last year, Oman attracted over $10 billion in logistics-related investments.
UAE’s e& now holds a 16% effective stake in Vodafone following the telecom giant’s share buyback program, which reduced Vodafone’s share capital without e& acquiring additional shares. The move aligns with Vodafone’s strategy to optimize its capital structure and boost shareholder returns.
The focus is on sustainability and digitalization, showcasing innovations that enhance operational efficiency and support the region’s industries in their digital transformation journey.
The UAE has named Latifa as its first virtual Emirati family member following a public vote. Part of a Digital Dubai initiative, Latifa and her family will serve as digital ambassadors promoting AI awareness, digital responsibility, and storytelling around Dubai’s innovation and community values.
Morocco is advancing its digital transformation through a partnership focused on research and development in digital fields. The goal is to build a skilled workforce, with initiatives aimed at training 45,000 digital talents annually and supporting innovation in key sectors.