The Egyptian Space Agency, in partnership with the African Space Agency, inaugurated the 2025 Basic Space Technology Training Grant. Hosted at the Space Academy in Cairo, the program welcomed 21 engineers and specialists from 20 African nations. It offers hands-on satellite technology training to advance Africa’s space capabilities.
Startup Grind Qatar held its inaugural Tech Startup Community Awards to honor individuals and startups driving innovation in Qatar’s tech ecosystem. With over 150 nominations, the event celebrated achievements in various categories, highlighting the importance of collaboration and community in fostering entrepreneurship and technological growth.
Qatar Airways Cargo has partnered with Unilode Aviation Solutions to digitalise its fleet of over 42,000 Unit Load Devices (ULD). This collaboration will provide real-time visibility and data analytics, helping streamline operations, optimise resources, and improve asset utilisation, contributing to greater sustainability and efficiency in the aviation sector.
Pasifik Holding, a Turkish conglomerate, is focusing on expanding its global presence through investments in defense technologies and port operations. The company also plans to list 20% of its shares on Borsa Istanbul in the first quarter of 2025. Pasifik has interests in real estate, logistics, mining, and energy.
The Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) has lifted restrictions on mobile data packages, allowing operators to offer hourly data packs. The new directives also include limits on daily, 2-day, and 3-day packs. Mobile operators welcome the move, which is expected to foster innovation and improve customer service.
Media City Qatar (MCQ) partnered with Al Jazeera Media Institute for the “Al Jazeera Conference on Artificial Intelligence in Media.” The event highlighted AI’s role in journalism and content creation. MCQ also celebrated its success with “Qatar ArtBeat,” a Guinness World Records achievement showcasing AI-driven creativity.
Trasna has integrated its recent acquisitions, Workz and IoTerop, into a single entity, offering the first all-in-one solution for secure SIM and device management. This strategic move strengthens Trasna’s position in the IoT market, providing a comprehensive service to address security and operational challenges in IoT connectivity.
Bank Alfalah has acquired a 9.9% stake in Jingle Pay, a rapidly growing fintech in the MENAP region. The partnership aims to enhance cross-border payments and digital banking, with Jingle Pay planning to launch its digital banking services in Pakistan in 2025. This collaboration strengthens both companies’ positions in global finance.
MBZ-SAT, the UAE’s most advanced satellite, is set to launch tonight from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California, aboard SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket. Developed by Emirati engineers at MBRSC, the satellite boasts cutting-edge Earth observation capabilities, offering rapid data delivery and precise imaging for applications like environmental monitoring and disaster relief.
stc Bahrain has reached a milestone in its “Trees for Life” campaign, planting over 55,000 trees across the Kingdom since 2021. In 2024, 27,172 trees were planted, contributing to Bahrain’s national afforestation goals. The campaign promotes sustainability, supports the government’s net-zero vision, and strengthens community engagement.
