IPification Partners with stc Kuwait to Enhance Mobile Authentication and Cybersecurity
IPification has partnered with stc Kuwait to integrate its seamless mobile authentication solution into the telecom company’s digital services. By…
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SoftAtHome and Orange Jordan Launch World’s First prpl-Based Broadband Solution
SoftAtHome and Orange Jordan have launched the world’s first prpl-based broadband solution, featuring a home gateway and Wi-Fi repeater powered by prplWare, including prplOS and prplMesh. This innovative solution enhances device longevity, simplifies integration, and offers new service capabilities, driving greater flexibility and service-driven innovation for operators.
Qi Launches SuperQi App in Iraq, Revolutionizing Digital Payments and Financial Inclusion
Qi has launched its groundbreaking 3rd Generation App, SuperQi, in Iraq, integrating digital banking and a super app. The app, developed with Ant International and powered by Alipay+, offers diverse services such as payments, transfers, and loans. SuperQi aims to drive financial inclusion and modernize Iraq’s economy.
Mastercard Champions Digital Payment Transformation in Egypt, Iraq, and Lebanon
Mastercard is driving digital payment innovation across Egypt, Iraq, and Lebanon through strategic partnerships, advanced technologies like tokenisation, and fintech collaborations. The company is enhancing financial inclusion, promoting secure transactions, and strengthening cybersecurity, ensuring a resilient digital payment ecosystem while contributing to the region’s economic growth and transformation.
PMI and ITU Forge Partnership to Strengthen Project Management and Digital Connectivity in Africa
PMI and ITU have signed an agreement to enhance project governance, implementation, and skill development in ITU’s global initiatives. This partnership focuses on addressing Africa’s connectivity gaps, aligning PMI’s project management expertise with ITU’s mission to promote digital inclusion and bridge connectivity challenges in underserved regions.
Egypt Unveils Ambitious AI Strategy to Become Regional Leader by 2030
Egypt has unveiled its updated National AI Strategy for 2025–2030, aiming to become a regional AI leader in the Middle East and Africa. The strategy focuses on key areas like governance, technology, and talent, with plans to grow AI’s GDP contribution to $42.7 billion by 2030 and foster AI companies and experts.
Panel Discusses Tackling the “AI Divide” in Developing Countries at the World Economic Forum
At the World Economic Forum, experts discussed the “AI divide” in developing countries, emphasizing challenges such as limited energy, computing power, and talent. Deemah Al-Yahya stressed the need for collaboration between the public and private sectors to bridge the gap, while promoting access to emerging technologies through digital assets.
Telecom Egypt and Cisco Activate High-Capacity Subsea Link Between Egypt and France
Telecom Egypt, in partnership with Cisco, has activated a high-capacity subsea link on the 2Africa subsea cable, connecting Egypt to France via Italy. This project enhances network efficiency, boosts international traffic capacity, and supports bandwidth-intensive services like AI and cloud computing, improving connectivity across the Mediterranean.
Starlink May Soon Be Available in Bangladesh as Veon Explores Expansion with Banglalink
Veon is in talks with Starlink to expand satellite-powered cellular services to Bangladesh through its subsidiary, Banglalink. The partnership aims to provide connectivity in underserved areas where terrestrial networks fail, such as during floods or energy shortages. This expansion is part of Veon’s broader strategy to serve emerging markets.
Ericsson Partners with Grameenphone to Enhance Telecom Services and Drive Digital Transformation in Bangladesh
Ericsson has partnered with Grameenphone to enhance telecom services in Bangladesh, expanding Business Support Systems (BSS) and introducing AI-powered features. This collaboration aims to improve service delivery, reduce turnaround times, and support Grameenphone’s digital transformation, setting a global benchmark for telecom operations.
