Nepal and Sri Lanka Advance Cross-Border QR Payment Connectivity
Nepal and Sri Lanka are advancing cross-border QR payment integration initiatives aimed at strengthening regional digital payment interoperability and improving…
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Telenity Upgrades Ooredoo Algeria’s Digital Services Platform to Enhance Monetization and Partner Ecosystem
Telenity has upgraded its Digital Services Platform for Ooredoo Algeria, transforming it into a full-stack solution that optimizes partner ecosystem orchestration, service catalog management, and digital content monetization. The new platform streamlines operations and enhances customer engagement, driving service agility and supporting Ooredoo’s digital transformation and growth.
PTCL Announces Full Restoration of Internet Services After AAE-1 Cable Repair
PTCL announced that internet services in Pakistan are fully operational after the complete restoration of the AAE-1 undersea cable. The repair resolves the slow internet speeds and disruptions that users experienced in 2024. Additional bandwidth minimized disruptions, ensuring a seamless browsing experience for users, including Meta platforms.
Saudi Arabia Seeks Skilled Pakistani IT Workers Amid Economic Collaboration Initiatives
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that Saudi Arabia is seeking millions of skilled IT workers from Pakistan to enhance its technological infrastructure. This initiative follows discussions during recent diplomatic visits, emphasizing collaboration in IT, solar energy, and mining, with Qatar also accelerating a $3 billion investment in Pakistan.
DawaDose Closes Pre-Seed Round to Launch Saudi Arabia’s First Integrated Pharmaceutical Ecosystem
DawaDose has closed its Pre-Seed round to establish its Saudi HQ and develop the region’s first integrated B2C and B2B pharmaceutical ecosystem. The startup will use the funding to scale AI-driven digital tools, expand pharmacy partnerships, and prepare for Gulf-wide growth in healthcare access.
Oman launches new domain registry to strengthen digital ecosystem and online presence
Oman has introduced a new domain registry aimed at enhancing its digital ecosystem and strengthening the country’s online identity and…
Bahrain named first hub for GCC ‘One-Stop’ Travel
Bahrain has become the first hub for the GCC’s new “one-stop” travel system, enabling travelers to complete all border procedures at departure and enter other GCC states seamlessly. The pilot begins with Bahrain–UAE travel in December. The announcement coincides with the opening of the GCC Pavilion and ongoing efforts to unify trade, digital services, AI ethics, and cross-border mobility ahead of the 46th GCC Summit.
2,000 Startups and 1,200 Investors Connect at Expand North Star 2025 in Dubai
The 10th edition of Expand North Star gathered 2,000 startups and 1,200 investors in Dubai, spotlighting the UAE’s vision to lead global AI and startup ecosystems through innovation, collaboration, and responsible technology governance.
Siemens Drives Ghana’s Energy Future with 950,000 Smart Meter Integrations and Transformative Digital Solutions
Operationally, the system consolidates previously fragmented platforms, allowing smart meters from various manufacturers to operate seamlessly under one universal backend…
Sophos Announces Intent to Expand Middle East Operations with New Data Center in the UAE
Strategic investment strengthens local data sovereignty, performance, and partner enablement in support of the UAE’s digital transformation goals Dubai, United…