At the World Governments Summit, UAE and Bahrain officials emphasized the importance of investing in digital resilience infrastructure, cybersecurity, and building trust in digital systems. They discussed how AI could pose cybersecurity threats and highlighted the need for global cooperation to achieve true digital resilience and secure governance.
NORTHSTAR Technology and HFCL have announced a strategic partnership at the Fiber Connect Mena Conference in Dubai. The collaboration focuses on enhancing fibre infrastructure across Bahrain and the Middle East, aligning with the region’s push for AI-driven fibre networks to support digital transformation and future telecom needs.
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have agreed to enhance digital and technology partnerships, focusing on AI, cloud computing, and fintech. The collaboration aims to support Pakistani startups and SMEs in accessing the Saudi market, simplify licensing processes, and promote joint research and development initiatives to drive regional growth and innovation.
Saudi Arabia’s CST and SCIT Group have partnered for a $100 million investment to enhance Air-to-Ground (A2G) communication technology. The initiative aims to improve aviation safety, passenger connectivity, and airline operations, while fostering local talent and regional expansion. This collaboration positions Saudi Arabia as a global leader in aviation technology.
e& reported a Dh5.5 billion revenue increase, reaching Dh59.2 billion for 2024, driven by strong growth in its telecom and digital sectors. The company also posted a 4.3% profit rise to Dh10.7 billion and confirmed an 825 million euro acquisition of a Serbian broadband and cable TV provider.
Zain KSA has partnered with Nokia to enhance 5G and 5G-Advanced capabilities through Cloud RAN and AI RAN technologies. This collaboration aims to accelerate digital transformation in Saudi Arabia’s telecom sector, supporting next-gen technologies like 6G, IoT, and AI, and contributing to the country’s Vision 2030 goals.
India has introduced stricter regulations for telecom service providers, imposing fines up to Rs 10 lakh for failing to curb unsolicited commercial communication (UCC) and SMS spam. The new rules simplify the complaint process and enforce faster actions against spammers, aiming to enhance consumer protection and digital communication security.
Kuwait foiled large-scale cyberattacks targeting telecom towers and banks, orchestrated by a Chinese cybercrime ring. The suspects used advanced electronic devices and data analysis to carry out phishing scams. The arrested individuals have been referred for legal action, and the country reaffirms its commitment to enhancing cybersecurity measures.
Ericsson highlighted its innovative technologies at LEAP 2025, showcasing 5G, AI, and network solutions in line with Saudi Vision 2030. The company introduced a 5G-powered robot for industrial automation and reinforced its long-term partnerships in Saudi Arabia and Bahrain, including a collaboration with Batelco to enhance mobile network capabilities.
Mobily has announced a $905 million investment in data centers and submarine cables to enhance Saudi Arabia’s digital infrastructure. This initiative supports the Kingdom’s digital economy growth, contributing to Vision 2030 by improving global connectivity, expanding data center capacity, and fostering innovation across various industries.
