The National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) has released its 2024 report, highlighting key economic indicators in Saudi Arabia’s cybersecurity sector. The…
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority’s August 2024 report reveals an increase in cellular subscribers to 193.098 million and a rise in 3G/4G users to 137.920 million. NGMS penetration also grew, with 99% of telecom complaints resolved, highlighting efficient customer service in the sector.
Zain Group releases its 13th annual sustainability report titled “A Pathway to Value Creation,” highlighting efforts to address social, economic, and environmental challenges through its connectivity services. The report outlines Zain’s alignment with global sustainability standards and its initiatives across climate change, responsible operations, inclusion, and youth engagement.
Zain Group and Ericsson have renewed their partnership to enhance sustainability in telecommunications. The extended Memorandum of Understanding focuses on building energy-efficient networks, achieving significant energy reductions, and promoting responsible e-waste disposal, all while supporting Zain’s transition to Net Zero.
Talabat recently hosted female students from Academy X at its Kuwait headquarters, emphasizing its commitment to empowering young women in technology and entrepreneurship. The visit, part of talabat’s collaboration with Coded, provided insightful training and activities to inspire and equip these future leaders in the tech industry.
The company will prioritize consumer connectivity, financial services, enterprise solutions, entertainment, infrastructure, and AI-driven solutions.
Sri Lanka has granted a license to Elon Musk’s Starlink, allowing the satellite internet provider to offer broadband services in the country. This follows a recent amendment to the telecommunications law, enabling Starlink’s entry. The move is part of Musk’s broader strategy to expand Starlink’s presence in South Asia, including India.
Iraq’s Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, met with Deemah AlYahya, Secretary-General of the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO), to discuss Iraq’s digital transformation strategy. They emphasized the importance of building a skilled workforce to drive economic growth, while Iraq continues its efforts to implement AI and digital technologies across sectors.
Banglalink and Teletalk have initiated a national roaming field trial in Bangladesh, enabling their customers to access each other’s network coverage for the first time. This innovative collaboration aims to enhance mobile connectivity and promote network sharing between the operators, with a focus on seamless transition between networks in areas with coverage gaps. Once the field trial is completed, customers will enjoy expanded, seamless national coverage for all services. This initiative aligns with energy conservation and green infrastructure development and is already available in 22 countries worldwide.
The companies have established a GenAI Center of Excellence (CoE) to combine their expertise and streamline AI adoption for customers.
