
ACI Worldwide and iNet Extend Partnership to Bolster Fintech Growth in Saudi Arabia
ACI’s RPS for Postilion to power iNet’s omnichannel POS infrastructure OMAHA, Neb. & RIYADH, Saudi Arabia–(BUSINESS WIRE)– ACI Worldwide (NASDAQ:…
ACI’s RPS for Postilion to power iNet’s omnichannel POS infrastructure OMAHA, Neb. & RIYADH, Saudi Arabia–(BUSINESS WIRE)– ACI Worldwide (NASDAQ:…
The Oman Society for Human Resource Management (OSHRM) has partnered with Elevatus to bolster Oman’s HR capabilities through AI-driven technologies. This strategic alliance aims to modernize recruitment processes and align with Oman Vision 2040, fostering sustainable growth and digital transformation across the Sultanate.
Nepal Telecom has expanded its 4G network to Adanchuli and Soru Rural Municipalities in Humla and Mugu, providing locals with high-speed mobile broadband and VoLTE HD voice services. The launch brings improved connectivity for government offices and residents, supporting digital transformation in rural Nepal.
Jordan has shown impressive progress in innovation, inclusiveness, sustainability, and resilience, according to the 2025 first-quarter report. The government has launched initiatives to boost employment, digital inclusion, and infrastructure development while fostering economic growth, including significant strides in healthcare and tourism, alongside improved business activity and capital investments.
The GCC held a high-level ministerial meeting in Kuwait to unify cybersecurity efforts, focusing on joint frameworks, information-sharing, and stronger incident-response systems. The initiative reflects a shared Gulf vision to secure critical infrastructure and build a collaborative cyber environment resilient to evolving threats.
Ooredoo has renewed its role as Exclusive Telecom Sponsor for the Qatar Boat Show 2025, set for November at Old Doha Port. The company will provide high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the venue, ensuring a seamless experience for visitors while supporting Qatar’s vision as a maritime, innovation, and tourism hub.
Worldline and Telr have partnered to launch an e-commerce payment solution tailored for the UAE market, simplifying online payments and offering global businesses optimized transactions. Meanwhile, MoneyGram and Comera Pay have teamed up to enable seamless cross-border remittances via the Comera app, boosting the UAE’s fintech ecosystem.
Aramco Digital has forged strategic partnerships to strengthen Saudi Arabia’s AI ecosystem, aligning with the Vision 2030 goal of transitioning to a technology-driven economy. These collaborations focus on AI infrastructure, including the world’s largest inferencing data center, as the country aims to become a global AI leader.
GiveDirectly partnered with Bangladesh’s government to pilot MobileAid, an AI-driven method using anonymized mobile phone data to identify low-income households quickly and cost-effectively. The approach outperformed community targeting and rivaled traditional surveys, enabling faster, cheaper poverty relief through mobile money transfers. Challenges for scaling include regulatory approvals, telecom cooperation, and building trust, highlighting the need for combining technology with community outreach. MobileAid shows strong potential for rapid social protection, especially in disaster response, by providing timely, accurate targeting aligned with real-world needs.
The Tawakkalna app, developed by SDAIA, topped Saudi Arabia’s Digital Experience Maturity Index for 2024 with a 91.29% rating. Recognized for integrating government services and enhancing user satisfaction, it supports over 32 million users globally, affirming Saudi Arabia’s leadership in digital transformation and artificial intelligence utilization.