Albania’s Prime Minister Edi Rama announced a memorandum of understanding with Telecom Egypt and Hungarian company 4iG to build a direct underwater cable line between Albania and Egypt. This project aims to enhance digital connectivity, positioning Albania as a key player in the Mediterranean’s digital infrastructure by 2030.
Awfar.com, a leading e-commerce solutions provider, has joined forces with Value Maker Studio (VMS) to empower Saudi startups. Awfar.com’s expertise in customer engagement and e-commerce complements VMS’s venture studio capabilities. This partnership aims to nurture entrepreneurial talent, simplify market entry, and drive innovation in the Saudi Arabian startup scene. Additionally, VMS is launching a “Bridge Program” in 2024, assisting Egyptian tech startups in expanding into the Saudi market, offering vital resources and connections to investors and mentors.
This initiative is part of Algeria’s broader national digital transformation strategy, aiming to enhance efficiency, innovation, and connectivity across various sectors.
PTCL has restored full internet services in Pakistan following the repair of the AAE-1 undersea cable. After facing slow speeds and access issues in 2024, PTCL teams worked swiftly to resolve disruptions. The added bandwidth minimized service interruptions, ensuring smooth browsing for users, including on major social platforms.
Bayanat and Yahsat have successfully launched their first LEO SAR satellite, developed in collaboration with ICEYE. This satellite, part of a larger SAR constellation, will enhance geospatial monitoring across the Middle East, offering near real-time imaging for disaster management, maritime surveillance, and smart mobility, underpinning the upcoming merger into Space42.
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 11th February, 2025 – IFS, the leading technology provider of enterprisecloud and Industrial AI software, today announced…
The King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language has launched the Arabic Language Innovation Accelerator to support startups and entrepreneurs. The program will help enhance digital Arabic content, providing training, mentorship, and access to a network of investors. Applications are open until February 5, with a launch on April 7.
VeraViews, leveraging distributed ledger technology, will set up its global headquarters in the UAE under the NextGen FDI initiative. This strategic move aims to enhance the transparency and efficiency of the digital advertising ecosystem, supporting UAE’s goal of becoming a leader in secure digital advertising.
Vodafone Oman has partnered with Sultan Qaboos University to drive research and innovation in Oman’s digital economy. The collaboration includes the Vodafone Innovation Award and a PhD scholarship in AI and Machine Learning. This partnership supports Oman’s Vision 2040, focusing on digital transformation and AI-driven economic growth.
Teletalk has been directed to improve its service quality and prepare for future technologies like 5G. The operator is also considering launching a “GEN Z package” targeting youth, as part of its efforts to enhance customer services and meet public expectations.
