Oman’s Tejarah Talks on April 29 will explore the potential of the country’s sports economy, focusing on opportunities in sports tourism, eSports, and sustainable sports markets. Experts will discuss strategies for leveraging Oman’s unique assets and demographic trends to drive growth in the sector, aligning with Vision 2040 goals.
Oman’s State Council’s Legal Committee reviewed the Telecommunications and IT Regulatory Bill, aimed at adapting the sector to local and global changes. The draft law, discussed by the Technology and Innovation Committee, is set to improve the country’s telecommunications framework and support its digital transformation goals.
Oman’s Public Establishment for Industrial Estates (Madayn) has signed an investment contract with Desert Sand Mobile Trading to establish a manufacturing unit for liquefied and compressed gases in Al Mudhaibi Industrial City. The project, covering 16,000 square meters, will begin construction early next year with a budget of RO2 million.
PayTabs Egypt has partnered with Azimut to offer online top-ups for investment accounts on the azinvest platform, using debit and prepaid cards. The collaboration, approved by the Central Bank of Egypt, simplifies account funding and optimizes investment management. This partnership enhances digital payment solutions across the region.
King Abdulaziz University has launched an AI-focused student exchange program with the University of Oxford, covering cybersecurity, data science, and software development, aiming to equip students with cutting-edge knowledge and real-world solutions.
The Jordan Maritime Commission (JMC) signed 16 agreements in 2024 to issue IMO-compliant safety certificates, enhancing maritime operations. The JMC also introduced digital services, reducing ship entry permit processing time, and signed an MoU with the UAE on mutual recognition of maritime certificates. The maritime sector continues to evolve with digital initiatives.
Brown & Company was awarded the Sri Lanka Technology Excellence Award for IoT – Energy for its iGen G500 generator monitoring solution. The IoT-based device enables real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and remote control for generators, offering improved efficiency, reliability, and cost savings. It’s marketed by Browns Power Solutions.
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The UAE leads global AI adoption with 91% consumer awareness and 34% active usage of generative AI, according to BCG. UAE employees are enthusiastic about AI’s potential, but challenges remain. BCG advises focusing on transparency, piloting new ideas, and prioritizing change management to successfully leverage AI.
The initiative aims to support 25,000 retailers across Egypt, enhancing their digital transformation and business growth.
