Jazz Leads Development of Pakistan’s First Indigenous Large Language Model for Regional Languages
This initiative aims to address the AI language gap and promote digital inclusivity by providing AI tools in native languages.
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EG-ATRC Hosts Online Training on Frequency Spectrum Monitoring Techniques
The African Egyptian Centre for Telecommunication Regulation (EG-ATRC) hosted an online training course on frequency spectrum monitoring from April 6-10. The course, attended by 28 experts worldwide, covered spectrum monitoring techniques, interference identification, and electromagnetic field measurements. This collaboration with the ITU Academy strengthens the Centre’s regional role in ICT training.
Pakistan’s Ministry of IT Recommends Delaying AI Regulator to Focus on Ecosystem Development
The Ministry of IT in Pakistan recommends delaying the establishment of an AI regulator, stressing the need to first build a strong AI ecosystem. Focus should be on data governance and infrastructure before formal regulations are introduced. A National AI Plan is in development, with regulations to come in phases.
Cassava to upgrade its data centres with NVIDIA supercomputers to drive Africa’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) future
Cassava’s AI-enabled data centers will help Africa develop domestic AI technologies, increase productivity, protect data, and support businesses, making the…
Kuwait’s Fixed Telecommunications Network Project to Boost Job Opportunities and Digital Economy
The initiative supports Kuwait’s digital transformation strategy with a focus on high-speed fiber optic network expansion.
Attackers Abusing Proofpoint and Intermedia Link Wrapping to Deliver Phishing Payloads: Cloudflare
DUBAI, UAE, 8th August, 2025: From June 2025 through July 2025, the Cloudflare Email Security team has been tracking a…
Spain Awards Vodafone UK Contract to Support Gibraltar Strait Tunnel Study
Spain has contracted Vodafone UK to provide communications services for the expert team studying the proposed Gibraltar Strait tunnel to connect Spain and Morocco. The two-year deal, worth over €29,000 annually with taxes, ensures secure, continuous connectivity for the project’s ongoing feasibility work.
Kingdom Holding Company Invests SAR1.5 Billion in xAI Corporation, Strengthening Ties with Elon Musk’s Ventures
Kingdom Holding Company (KHC) has invested SAR1.5 billion ($400 million) in xAI Corporation during its Series C funding round, solidifying its partnership with Elon Musk. This move reflects KHC’s strategy of investing in emerging technologies, particularly AI, and follows its earlier stake in Musk’s ventures like X (Twitter).
Sri Lanka Sees Surge in Internet Subscriptions, Reaching 26 Million by Mid-2024
Sri Lanka’s internet subscriptions, including mobile connections, have reached 26 million by mid-2024, marking a 19% year-over-year growth. This rise reflects increased demand for digital services, spurred by the Covid pandemic. By 2024, 3G coverage is expected to reach 97.8%, and 4G coverage will hit 100%.
IFS Partners with Climatiq to Launch Emissions Management Module in IFS Cloud
IFS partners with Climatiq to embed automated carbon emissions tracking in IFS Cloud, enabling businesses to integrate sustainability into daily operations and meet evolving global reporting standards.