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The Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Information Technology (MTCIT) in Oman has signed a cooperation agreement with the University of Technology and Applied Sciences (UTAS) to promote digital transformation. Together, they will launch a Master of Science program in Digital Transformation and Innovation, aimed at equipping future leaders with essential skills.
Chief Executive Abdulwahed AlJanahi described the launch as a key milestone in enhancing Bahrain’s electronic payments infrastructure and enabling the country’s digital economy ambitions.
Bahrain’s telecom regulator is advancing early preparations for WRC-27, focusing on spectrum strategy, regional coordination, and global engagement. The initiative aims to protect national interests, reduce interference, and ensure readiness for future communication technologies.
President Trump has launched the “Stargate Project,” a $500 billion AI infrastructure initiative aimed at building a network of data centers across the US. The project will create over 100,000 jobs and enhance US competitiveness in AI, with key tech partnerships from OpenAI, Oracle, Nvidia, and Microsoft.
Orange Jordan concluded its tourism-focused accessibility hackathon by honouring three winning teams that developed digital solutions designed to make Jordan’s tourism sector more inclusive for persons with disabilities. The initiative, supported by the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, combined training, mentorship, and innovation to empower students and promote accessible tourism. The hackathon reinforces Jordan’s wider digital inclusion efforts and Orange Jordan’s commitment to breaking barriers and enabling full participation for all.
Nepal Telecom has grown its GSM, mobile broadband, and FTTH user base, serving over 15.8 million customers nationwide. Strong 4G adoption, expanding fiber coverage across all districts, and plans for 5G rollout are reinforcing NTC’s leadership in Nepal’s telecom market.
Dubai, UAE – 9 October 2025: Hytera Communications (SZSE: 002583), a leading global provider of professional communications technologies and solutions,…
KAFD expects the supported startups to create income opportunities, generate employment for youth in the governorates, and deliver measurable economic and social impact as they move from concept to operational businesses.
Ufone 4G has partnered with Jubilee General Insurance (JGI) to offer two insurance plans to its customers. The ‘Personal Accident Insurance’ provides coverage for accidental death and disabilities, while the ‘Bill Protector Insurance’ covers bills in case of disability or death. Plans start from as low as Rs 1 per day.
Fonepay, Nepal’s largest interoperable payment network, has launched its first virtual credit card in collaboration with Compass Plus Technologies. The digital credit card is available through mobile banking apps and accepted at over 1.5 million merchants. It aims to enhance the country’s digital payment infrastructure and financial inclusion.