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Zain KSA has secured a license from the Digital Government Authority to provide digital authentication services, supporting Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation under Vision 2030. The services will enhance electronic transactions, ensuring security and compliance with regulations, and will be available to both government and private sector clients.
Pakistan has taken a significant step toward a data-driven future with the launch of its National Open Data Portal, providing open access to government datasets across key sectors. This initiative, spearheaded by NCBC and supported by the Ministry of Planning, aims to foster transparency, innovation, and evidence-based policymaking. The portal’s launch signals a new era in Pakistan’s digital transformation and commitment to leveraging data for national development.
Bitpanda Technology Solutions has partnered with CoinMENA to enhance crypto asset trading in the MENA region. This collaboration will improve trading efficiency on CoinMENA’s platform and expand the range of crypto assets available to users. Both companies will work closely with regulators to ensure compliance and deliver a seamless trading experience.
The government has approved Ncell’s request to pay its license renewal fee in four annual installments of Rs5 billion each, with interest applied to the second, third, and fourth installments. This decision comes despite legal concerns raised by the Office of the Attorney General, which advised against the installment option.
Bangladesh Satellite Company Limited inks $2.5m deal to resell Starlink internet services, targeting corporate clients and expanding high-speed satellite coverage nationwide.
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Hyderabad, Thursday, 4 September 2025 For Immediate Release The Aga Khan Maternal and Child Care Centre (AKMCCC), Hyderabad, has inaugurated…
South Korea and Egypt are expanding education cooperation through a $15 million digital project across 54 schools, focusing on ICT curricula, teacher training, and infrastructure. Alongside this, Korean language demand is rising in Egypt, with new institutes and plans for integration into the national curriculum.
Northstar Computer Trading’s appointment strengthens IO by HFCL’s distribution footprint, supporting the UAE’s growing demand for advanced wireless infrastructure solutions.
e& has partnered with DE-CIX to expand SmartHub IX in the Middle East, enhancing regional connectivity and driving the digital economy. This collaboration introduces remote peering services and strengthens cross-border connectivity. With infrastructure in Fujairah and Dubai, the partnership positions the UAE as a key digital hub in the region.