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Supernet Secure Solutions, a subsidiary of Supernet Limited, has won multi-million dollar cybersecurity contracts with a top Pakistani telecom operator. This marks a key growth milestone and supports national data security efforts, enhancing Supernet’s leadership in Pakistan’s technology sector.
The partnership will leverage AI and big data to address challenges in smart cities, energy, climate, and other key areas.
LINX has completed a 100G capacity upgrade in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, to meet rising demand for network connectivity. The upgrade will provide lower latency, increased security, and redundancy for IXPs, supporting traffic spikes from events like sporting games. Jeddah is a key digital hub for local and regional networks.
Kaspersky has partnered with iPoint in Bahrain to distribute its consumer cybersecurity products, including Kaspersky Standard, Plus, and Premium, along with tools like Kaspersky Safe Kids and Password Manager. This collaboration strengthens Kaspersky’s presence in Bahrain, addressing the growing cybersecurity needs in the region’s rapidly digitizing market.
The Saudi Broadcasting Authority (SBA) has completed a major upgrade to Studio A, Saudi One’s primary studio, incorporating Grass Valley’s advanced broadcast technology. This modernization supports Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 initiative, focusing on innovation and cultural preservation. The upgrades aim to set a new benchmark for media excellence in the region.
Ooredoo has renewed its 25-year partnership with the Qatar Football Association for the Amir Cup, securing a four-year sponsorship agreement. The deal reinforces Ooredoo’s ongoing support for national sports and commitment to enhancing Qatar’s football community. The partnership will run until 2028, continuing their long-standing collaboration.
Tecno’s Spark Go 2, launched in Bangladesh and now in India, offers enhanced durability, AI features, a brighter 120Hz display, and solid hardware at an affordable price. The device is expected to enter the Pakistani market soon at a similar price around PKR 23,000.
Qatar ranks first globally for mobile broadband speeds in April 2025, achieving a median download speed of 521.52 Mbps. Vodafone Qatar credits the country’s strategic 5G infrastructure expansion under National Vision 2030 for this digital milestone.
Algerian Minister of Post and Telecommunications, Karim Bibi Triki, has launched a project to extend the 4G mobile network in Ain Defla, aiming to cover 1,400 localities with fewer than 2,000 inhabitants. This initiative supports Algeria’s digital transformation goals and ensures access to affordable telecommunications services for remote areas.
Alba has become the first aluminium smelter in the Middle East to adopt Seeq, an AI-powered analytics platform, through a strategic partnership with Crucial Solutions and Services (CSS). This move aims to enhance Alba’s operational efficiency, quality control, and asset reliability, setting a new regional standard for industrial innovation.