Kuwait has launched its first fiber optic cable manufacturing company in partnership with South Korea’s Taihan Cable. This initiative is part of Kuwait’s Vision 2035, aiming to enhance the country’s telecommunications infrastructure and expand fiber optic technology across the region.
KEMS Zajil Telecom, part of the Kalaam Group, has entered into a strategic partnership with Huawei to upgrade Kuwait’s telecommunications infrastructure using Huawei’s advanced DWDM technology. This collaboration aims to enhance network capacity and performance across Kuwait, paving the way for a more connected future.
Fortinet’s 2024 Cloud Security Report reveals key trends and challenges in cloud security, emphasizing the importance of protecting cloud environments as Saudi Arabia advances its digital transformation. The report highlights global adoption of hybrid and multi-cloud strategies and identifies security, compliance, and resource limitations as primary challenges.
Presight AI Holding reported a 17.4% revenue increase to AED603.5 million and a 39.1% rise in pre-tax profit for H1 2024. Key achievements include acquiring a 51% stake in AIQ, forming IntelliGrid, and securing major partnerships, driving strong financial performance and reinforcing their commitment to AI-driven innovation.
Morocco has given telecom companies a three-month deadline to identify all anonymous phone numbers or face suspension of these lines. This initiative aims to enhance security and accountability in the telecommunications sector by ensuring all phone numbers are properly identified and linked to their respective owners.
Turkcell and Huawei have achieved a world-first in data transmission by reaching 2.4 terabits per second (Tbps) over a live transport network. The test, conducted between two data centers in Turkey, demonstrates the capability of advanced optical transport networks to meet growing demands in the digital age.
Flat6Labs has invested in 10 Saudi startups as part of the fourth Riyadh Seed Program, focusing on diverse sectors such as e-commerce, logistics, and cybersecurity. These startups benefit from a four-month acceleration initiative, cash investment, and tailored support to scale their operations, positioning them for growth in Saudi Arabia and beyond.
This development marks a significant milestone in the UAE’s aerospace sector and pushes the boundaries of HAPS technology.
QatarEnergy has partnered with TotalEnergies to develop a 1.25GW solar project in Iraq’s Basra region. The project will feature two million bifacial solar panels and aims to supply green electricity to 350,000 homes. It is part of Iraq’s Gas Growth Integrated Project and is set for completion between 2025 and 2027.
du has partnered with the Dubai Health Authority to transform the latter’s digital infrastructure into a cutting-edge cloud-based system, aiming to enhance efficiency and digital service delivery within Dubai’s healthcare sector.
