Riyadh-based fintech HALA Payments has been inducted into the Saudi Unicorns Programme, enhancing its position as a leader in SME banking. The company aims to empower MSMEs and freelancers while contributing to Saudi Vision 2030 through innovative financial solutions and global expansion.
Egypt’s Minister of Communications, Amr Talaat, met with World Bank Vice President Sangboo Kim to discuss advancing digital transformation. They focused on enhancing digital infrastructure, skills, and awareness, including expanding fiber optics and digital services in rural areas. Future collaboration will include AI, data governance, and internet access expansion.
The UAE’s Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) has announced the allocation of the 600 MHz spectrum to IMT systems, marking a significant step for 5G expansion. This move will enhance coverage, improve connectivity in rural areas, and foster innovation in mobile AI, IoT, and smart cities.
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has confirmed that internet services in the country have been fully restored after resolving issues with the South East Asia-Middle East-Western Europe 4 (SMW4) and Asia-Africa-Europe 1 (AAE-1) submarine cables. This resolution eliminates the 1,750 Gbps shortfall, ensuring optimal internet performance.
Tawal and 5SKYE join forces to deploy edge AI micro data centers, enabling the adoption of intelligent applications across various industries.
NetActuate has completed major upgrades to its Dubai data center, increasing capacity for bare metal, colocation, and virtual machines while enhancing low-latency IP bandwidth. The improvements align with the region’s digital growth, helping businesses expand across the Middle East and Africa with better connectivity and high-performance network services.
The sixth African Digital Summit in Casablanca emphasized the significance of artificial intelligence (AI) in enhancing Morocco’s digital landscape. Key speakers, including Minister Ghita Mezzour, discussed AI’s potential in personalized content and outlined the Digital Morocco 2030 strategy aimed at increasing digital graduates and establishing new educational programs in AI.
Batelco has partnered with Brave Combat Federation to make premium martial arts content more accessible and affordable. This partnership integrates Brave TV subscriptions with Batelco services, allowing customers to subscribe to Brave CF’s premium content at a reduced rate and enjoy top-tier martial arts action.
stc pay has partnered with Bahrain’s LMRA to enhance the onboarding experience for expatriates by providing an IBAN linked to the stc pay wallet. This initiative simplifies wage payments, supports Bahrain’s digital transformation, and safeguards worker rights, making the Kingdom a top destination for expatriates and businesses.
stc Group achieved a milestone in Riyadh Season, with a 61% usage rate for its 5G network in Boulevard City. By integrating AI and robust infrastructure, stc enhanced the visitor experience and supported major growth in international roaming and network expansion. This highlights Riyadh’s role as a global tech hub.
