Indonesia’s Minister of Communication and Digital, Meutya Hafid, has initiated discussions with Oman on potential cooperation in digital infrastructure. The dialogue emphasizes advancing cybersecurity, digital transformation, and innovation. These talks are part of broader efforts to attract international investment and strengthen Indonesia’s digital sector in line with its economic goals.
Orange Jordan successfully participated in the MENA ICT Forum 2024, showcasing its innovations in telecom and digital solutions. The company highlighted its commitment to supporting startups and entrepreneurs, while also winning the “Digital Skills Development” award for its community programs. Orange continues to lead in digital transformation and innovation.
Middle East retailers are enhancing email security to combat email fraud, with 90% now adopting DMARC records. 40% of top retailers have implemented the strictest ‘reject’ policy, safeguarding consumers from phishing attacks. As e-commerce grows, DMARC and AI are critical in protecting digital transactions and supporting the UAE’s cybersecurity efforts.
du has launched the du Innovation Center to accelerate 5G and AI-powered solutions, aiming to drive innovation across consumer and enterprise sectors. The center will explore new commercial applications in 5G advanced, AI, and immersive technologies, aligning with the UAE’s vision to lead in digital transformation.
Ezditek’s groundbreaking of its flagship data center RUH01 in Riyadh marks a significant step in Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation. The facility will have a capacity of 24MW and offer connectivity across the region. It will also host the Saudi Arabian Internet Exchange and feature advanced AI infrastructure in collaboration with Gcore.
SLT-Mobitel continued its role as the principal sponsor of Techno 2024, showcasing innovations in digital products, 5G, and SME solutions. The event highlighted technological advancements in Sri Lanka, with SLT-Mobitel emphasizing its commitment to supporting the engineering community. Registration for the IESL Robogames 2024 was also opened.
Kuwait secured third place globally and in the Arab world for mobile internet speed, achieving an average speed of 258.51 Mbps, according to the October 2024 Speed Test Global Index. This reflects significant advancements in telecommunications infrastructure, with GCC countries continuing to lead in digital connectivity and innovation.
As AI adoption grows, businesses must modernize their infrastructure with cloud-native technologies to meet increasing demands. Cloud-native solutions enable scalability, flexibility, and energy efficiency, supporting the vast computational needs of AI. This transformation is crucial for managing costs, ensuring performance, and fostering sustainability in the evolving AI landscape.
The Sharjah-Pakistan Business Roundtable gathered over 200 investors to explore investment opportunities across various sectors, including manufacturing, trade, and green-tech. The event aimed to strengthen economic ties between Sharjah and Pakistan, providing a platform for businesses to collaborate and expand within Sharjah’s thriving investment ecosystem.
Cisco is collaborating with the UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) to advance Industry 4.0 adoption in the UAE manufacturing sector. The initiative focuses on boosting productivity, efficiency, and sustainability through IoT and real-time location services, aligning with the UAE’s national strategy to become a global industrial hub.
