The 27th Cairo ICT, a major technology event in the Middle East and Africa, kicked off in New Cairo. The four-day event includes discussions on cybersecurity, AI in banking, and the impact of 5G on smart cities. It features participation from five Egyptian ministries, over 400 companies, and 200 speakers. The event highlights Egypt’s role as a technology hub and includes the success story of the InstaPay app.
Zain Bahrain has partnered with Ericsson to launch a new hybrid power solution that combines a diesel generator with lithium batteries, significantly reducing fuel consumption and emissions. This initiative aligns with Bahrain’s sustainability goals and aims for a daily average reduction of 25% in fuel usage.
Intersec Saudi Arabia highlights the growing career opportunities in the region’s security sector. During the Future Security and Safety Summit, industry expert Meshal Al Johani discussed the demand for skilled professionals and emphasized the importance of continuous learning to tackle new challenges. The event showcases the evolving security landscape in the Middle East.
Zain KSA has launched new digital authentication services in Saudi Arabia through a partnership with the Sadq platform, enhancing digital transformation and sustainability. This initiative aims to improve customer experience, streamline operations, and bolster data protection, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030’s goals. Zain Cloud has been awarded the highest rating for cloud computing service providers by CST.
A new white paper from Dubai Design District and Dubai Media City forecasts the global digital creative economy to reach AED 27 trillion by 2030, spurred by AI, Web3, and VR technologies. The report highlights Dubai’s strategic initiatives to become a global hub for creative industries.
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Türkiye has successfully received its first 5G signal from a domestically produced network developed by ULAK. This milestone highlights the country’s progress towards building an independent 5G infrastructure, with plans for nationwide rollout by 2026.
Oman is set to launch a Net Zero Centre to support its 2050 zero neutrality goal. The Centre will focus on green hydrogen production, carbon certificate trading, and energy efficiency. New green hydrogen projects and a liquid hydrogen corridor with the Netherlands are also part of Oman’s sustainable energy efforts.
TikTok hosted a star-studded event in Nepal as part of its Safety Ambassadors Programme to promote digital safety awareness. The event included a panel of prominent content creators who discussed issues like misinformation, harassment, and online scams, while encouraging responsible internet use and safe content creation on the platform.
