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Bassam Sarhan of Jordan’s TRC and Ahmed Al Muslimani of Qatar’s CRA discussed strengthening cooperation in postal and telecom sectors at the 2nd Arab Postal Leaders’ Forum 2025. The talks focused on enhancing infrastructure, sharing regulatory expertise, and supporting digital transformation to achieve strategic goals and regional integration.
NHN Corporation has launched its social casino game, Pebble City, on the Sui blockchain. The game integrates web3 features like NFTs and the STBL token, offering players a seamless experience. Pebble City aims to provide an engaging gaming experience while enhancing blockchain adoption among mobile gamers.
ABERDEEN, Scotland, March 29, 2025/ — The African Energy Chamber (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org/) – representing the voice of the African energy…
Jordan will host the ITU Regional Development Forum for Arab States and a preparatory meeting for the World Telecommunication Development Conference (WTDC). These events aim to foster cooperation and address regional challenges in ICT development, highlighting Jordan’s role in promoting collaboration within the telecommunications sector.
The CDA plans to transform Islamabad into Pakistan’s first fully digital city, focusing on advanced traffic management, cashless transactions, and high-speed internet. Key initiatives include AI-based congestion analysis, QR code digital payments, and phased free Wi-Fi. These steps aim to enhance transparency, convenience, and modernize city infrastructure.
The app provides real-time information, allowing customers to stay informed about up-to-the-minute stock availability and price information JOHANNESBURG, South Africa,…
Aster DM Healthcare is expanding its presence in Saudi Arabia, with plans to open 186 pharmacies over the next five years. The company has allocated $250 million for its expansion and will launch its myAster app for faster delivery of prescription and wellness products, enhancing its digital presence in the region.
A Red Sea coral restoration project uses AI to accelerate monitoring and resilience enhancement across 100 hectares. DigiLab and KAUST’s initiative includes an AI-powered digital twin and advanced sensor optimization, reducing monitoring times and enabling data-driven reef restoration at an unprecedented scale targeting two million corals by 2030.
The sponsorship reinforces the existing partnership between Orange Jordan and the University of Jordan, highlighting their shared commitment to youth empowerment.
Orange Jordan has launched new “Ma’ak” mobile plans with all-free 5G services for subscribers, marking a milestone in digital innovation. The company also relaunched its loyalty program, now called “Max it Rewards,” offering exclusive benefits. These moves reinforce Orange Jordan’s commitment to enhancing customer experience and embracing digital transformation.