Paymob is revolutionizing digital payments across the MENA region, expanding its services and merchant base while embracing technological innovations to enhance financial inclusivity and operational efficiency.
The UAE, via the TDRA, is hosting the ITU World Radio Conference 2023 in Dubai, focusing on revising radio-frequency regulations and satellite orbits. The conference brings together global authorities to discuss policies impacting diverse sectors and emphasizes the role of radio frequencies in achieving Sustainable Development Goals.
Orange Egypt has won the 2024 Telecom Review Excellence Award for Corporate Social Responsibility in the telecommunications sector, recognized for its efforts in environmental protection and climate action. Key achievements include a net-zero carbon emissions goal by 2040, reducing carbon emissions by 18%, and pioneering sustainability initiatives in the region.
Omantel has successfully concluded its Extended Reality Bootcamp, bringing together 37 tech enthusiasts to explore Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, and Mixed Reality. The event, aimed at fostering innovation and supporting Oman’s Vision 2040, featured industry experts and focused on equipping participants with essential XR skills for future tech entrepreneurship.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reiterated the government’s commitment to achieving $25 billion in IT exports in the next three years. During a meeting with VEON Group, he discussed the rollout of 5G services and emphasized digital transformation and collaboration in areas like IT and artificial intelligence to drive a “Digital Pakistan.”
BroadNet Technologies partners with e& Egypt to deliver AI-powered A2P SMS services through advanced SMS firewall technology. This collaboration ensures secure, efficient messaging, offering real-time monitoring, fraud detection, and improved customer engagement, while supporting businesses’ digital transformation.
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.
Al Wusta Governorate has launched a new electronic portal to enhance digital services, featuring a user-friendly interface and various applications.
The forum aimed to discuss global logistics developments and strategies to enhance supply chains and trade.
Thales Alenia Space has partnered with Moroccan operator Panafsat to develop a new satellite communications system aimed at providing very-high-throughput services across 26 African countries. This initiative supports digital transformation and connectivity improvements, addressing the digital divide and contributing to Morocco’s national digital strategy.
