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Truecaller has exceeded 100 million monthly active users in MEA, driven by smartphone adoption and mobile-first markets. The platform remains focused on expanding its footprint and partnerships amid ongoing regional growth.
Jumbo Enterprise, part of Jumbo Group, has seen impressive growth in recent years, expanding its portfolio in digital infrastructure, managed services, and cybersecurity. With key partnerships and innovations in IT and 3D manufacturing, the company is poised to continue leading the UAE’s tech services sector while fostering future talent.
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) held the Cybersecurity Awards 2024 in Islamabad to recognize achievements in enhancing cybersecurity within the telecom sector. Minister of State Shaza Fatima Khawaja highlighted the government’s commitment to a robust cybersecurity framework, while shields were awarded to leading telecom entities for improving Pakistan’s Global Cybersecurity Index ranking.
Moroccan students preparing for international exams are increasingly using Studocu’s AI-powered platform, which offers interactive study aids like homework help, instant explanations via camera, personalized quizzes, and direct AI Q&A. This trend highlights growing digital adoption in Morocco’s education sector.
Smart home devices are booming in Saudi Arabia and the UAE, with six million devices integrated into Alexa users’ lives. In 2023, users initiated 130 million smart home actions and 100 million music requests. The region saw a 50% YoY increase in smart home customers and a 90% increase in connected devices.
Algérie Télécom celebrated its 22nd anniversary by reaching over two million FTTH connections and launching WiFi 7 at Hotel Aurassi. This initiative highlights Algeria’s digital progress, with download speeds of up to 2.1 Gbps and a commitment to providing high-performance connectivity across key sectors, driving the nation’s digital transformation.
Kalaam Telecom Group is marking the one-year anniversary of the Kalaam Iraq Transit route, developed with ITPC. The route has become a critical terrestrial link between the GCC and Europe, boosting resilience, reducing latency, and diversifying international connectivity for regional carriers and enterprises.
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The PTA and NDMA are partnering to improve emergency response in Pakistan, utilizing telecom infrastructure for automated services. Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja emphasized collaboration in disaster risk reduction, climate resilience, and agricultural technology to address Pakistan’s vulnerabilities, while proposing the creation of a National Digital Commission for unified governance.