China Telecom Launches Saudi Arabia Subsidiary and Partners with Local Telcos
China Telecom Gulf will leverage its expertise in 5G, cloud computing, and AI to offer digital services to businesses and consumers in Saudi Arabia.
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Morocco–Canary Islands Submarine Cable to Boost Europe-Africa Digital Connectivity
A €49 million submarine cable will link Morocco to Spain’s Canary Islands by 2028, enhancing Europe-Africa digital connectivity. Led by Islalink and Canalink, it will improve redundancy, internet quality, and tech infrastructure, supporting both regions’ ambitions as strategic telecommunications hubs.
Iraq’s First Fully Solar-Powered Village Launched in Kurdistan to Combat Climate Crisis
Iraq launches its first fully solar-powered village in Kulak to ensure energy independence and support agriculture amid climate pressures. The Rwanga Foundation’s Green Kurdistan campaign aims to replicate this sustainable model nationwide by 2030 through regional and international cooperation.
Visa creates new Egypt-Libya-Sudan hub to boost digital payments
Visa has created a new Egypt-Libya-Sudan sub-region to accelerate digital payments and financial inclusion, appointing Malak El Baba as country manager. The move strengthens regional integration, deepens partnerships, and supports government-led digital transformation across North Africa.
AI Disinformation Turns Nepal’s Elections into a Digital Battleground
Nepal’s upcoming elections are being shaped by AI-generated disinformation, with political parties leveraging social media to influence voters. Low digital literacy and limited monitoring capacity make it difficult to distinguish real from fake content, raising concerns about the integrity of the electoral process.
GCC eGovernment Executive Committee Advances Regional Digital Transformation at 27th Meeting in Kuwait
Bahrain’s iGA participated in the 27th GCC eGovernment Executive Committee meeting in Kuwait, advancing regional digital transformation. Key highlights included renaming the committee, developing a unified AI strategy, enhancing digital security, and preparing for the GCC Digital Government Award 2025, reinforcing Gulf cooperation in government digital services.
Kyrgyzstan Nationalises International Internet Traffic Access for One Year
Kyrgyzstan has imposed a one-year state monopoly on international internet traffic, transferring control to state telecom ElCat. The decree aims to improve digital infrastructure but lacks clarity. The move comes amid rising government control over media and online content in the country.
Regulatory reforms, investment push Oman into top 20 for mobile speeds
Oman climbed to 18th in the Speedtest Global Index after doubling median download speeds in three years. Regulatory reforms, 3G sunset, new competition, and sustained 5G investment lifted coverage to 91 percent, strengthened resilience, and positioned the sultanate among the world’s fastest mobile markets.
OpenAI in Talks with Saudi PIF, Reliance, and UAE’s MGX for $40 Billion Funding Round
OpenAI is seeking a $40 billion funding round involving major global investors to accelerate AI development and infrastructure, reflecting growing interest from Middle Eastern and Indian tech giants in the company’s future.
Malaysia’s CelcomDigi boosts connectivity for palm oil company
CelcomDigi has deployed more than 100 4G and LTE sites across IOI Corporation’s palm oil estates in Sabah and Peninsular Malaysia, delivering high-speed connectivity and direct internet access. The rollout supports automation, mobile workforce tools, and IoT systems while also extending digital services to surrounding rural communities.