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Revolut is entering Morocco with payments and FX services first, aiming for a neobank license within two years. It has appointed a local lead and is building a 60-person team. The move aligns with its European expansion and aims to drive digital finance transformation in Morocco.
The Public Authority for Civil Information (PACI) in Kuwait has introduced a new feature in the “Kuwait Mobile ID” app, enabling users to add their marine boat driving licenses to their digital e-wallet. This development is part of the country’s ongoing digital transformation efforts to simplify access to official documents.
April 14, 2025 – As global trade wars escalate, threatening millions of petabytes of data and driving up storage costs,…
Shift, a Jeddah-based mobility company, has secured an $83 million investment from Merak Capital to enhance its mobility services across Saudi Arabia. This funding aims to expand and improve technology in sectors such as tourism and transportation.
Nokia is advancing network automation and simplification in partnership with Vodafone Qatar to enable autonomous networks that improve reliability and manage complexity. By integrating AI, cloud automation, and 5G slicing, Nokia supports scalable, high-performance networks designed to meet future digital demands while augmenting human expertise.
Qatar Insurance Company (QIC) has launched a personal cyber insurance policy to protect individuals from cyber threats like fraud, identity theft, and cyber extortion. Available as an add-on for existing customers, the coverage aligns with Qatar’s National Cyber Security Strategy and supports growing digital security needs in the country.
AmiViz is set to participate in GITEX Global 2024, showcasing advanced cybersecurity solutions under the theme “Fortifying Your Digital Future.” With AI-powered tools and cloud security at the forefront, AmiViz will focus on addressing emerging cyber threats and enhancing security strategies for enterprises across the Middle East.
Karachi: The federal government is keen to facilitate overseas Pakistanis and Pakistani youth in Gulf countries, mainly by providing a…
Digital Rights Nepal has released two analysis papers scrutinizing Nepal’s cyber security policies. The papers critically assess the National Cyber Security Policy and the proposed National Internet Gateway, highlighting potential risks to human rights, internet freedom, and privacy due to increased surveillance and governmental control over digital content.
Al Abraaj Restaurants Group B.S.C. has become the first publicly traded company in the GCC to acquire Bitcoin as a treasury asset, partnering with 10X Capital to expand its holdings. This move pioneers shari’a-compliant Bitcoin exposure, supports Bahrain’s regulatory framework, and offers GCC investors access to digital assets via the Bahrain Bourse.