Pakistan Waives ROW Charges to Boost Fibre Deployment and Digital Access
The Wireless and Internet Service Providers Association of Pakistan (WISPAP) has welcomed the government’s decision to waive Right of Way…
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stc Bahrain Launches Revolutionary “Scan & Go SIM” for Instant Self-Activation
stc Bahrain has launched the “Scan & Go SIM,” the nation’s first self-activation service utilizing AI facial recognition. This innovative SIM allows customers to activate it instantly via the My stc BH app, offering a seamless, on-the-go experience without visiting a branch. The service is available with flexible prepaid and postpaid plans.
Tarifica Names SIMBA’s 10Gbps Fiber Plan as Consumer Value Plan of the Month for September 2025
New York – October 1, 2025 – Global telecom data provider Tarifica has selected the 10Gbps Fiber plan from SIMBA, a broadband…
Apple Launches Online Store and App in Saudi Arabia, Introducing Flexible Payment Options
Apple launches its online store and app in Saudi Arabia with Arabic support, flexible 0% interest installment payments via Tamara, and a Trade In program. Plans for flagship retail stores starting in 2026, including a landmark Diriyah location, build on the Apple Developer Academy launched in Riyadh.
Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) Africa and African Energy Chamber (AEC) Sign Strategic Agreement to Advance Technical Excellence Across Africa’s Energy Sector
ABIDJAN, Ivory Coast, June 18, 2026/ — The African Energy Chamber (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with…
AI-Driven Personalization Faces Talent Shortage in GCC Retail, Says New Al Futtaim White Paper
AI-driven personalization in the GCC retail sector faces major challenges, primarily due to a lack of skilled professionals, data management issues, and executive support gaps, according to a new white paper from Al Futtaim Group. It calls for investment in talent development and ethical AI practices to meet evolving customer demands.
ZTE Drives Digital Transformation with AI-Powered Computing and Cloud Infrastructure Expansion
ZTE is accelerating its shift from connectivity to AI-driven computing and cloud infrastructure, deploying advanced solutions worldwide and partnering with Alibaba Cloud and Virtuozzo to expand hybrid cloud capabilities. With AI set to transform IT fundamentally, ZTE leads in building intelligent infrastructure for the future.
Pakistan Urged to Embrace AI for Cybersecurity at Karachi Conference
Cybersecurity experts at a Karachi conference urge Pakistan to adopt AI-driven cybersecurity measures, highlighting the country’s lag behind global standards.
Telcos and GSMA Push for Major Concessions Ahead of Pakistan’s 5G Spectrum Auction
Pakistan’s telecom operators and GSMA have urged the government to ease 5G spectrum auction terms, citing high spectrum costs and risks to investment. They demanded lower reserve prices, rupee-based fees, flexible payment terms, and duty-free imports, warning that delays could cost the economy up to $4.3 billion in five years.
ACAPS Launches “Emergence” Programme to Drive Digital Transformation in Morocco’s Insurance Sector
ACAPS has launched the “Emergence” programme to support Morocco’s insurance sector’s digital transformation. The initiative encourages collaboration among industry stakeholders and experts, focusing on identifying innovative solutions for the sector’s development. Running from April 7 to May 30, 2025, it aims to promote synergies and drive technological innovation.