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Qatar Media Corporation and Djibouti’s Ministry of Communication held talks in Doha on boosting joint media cooperation. The meeting, attended by senior officials from both sides, explored ways to enhance bilateral relations and strengthen collaboration in broadcasting and communications.
BBK has deployed SymphonyAI’s AI-driven anti-money laundering technology to enhance its transaction monitoring and customer due diligence processes across multiple countries. The AI-powered solution helps the bank improve financial crime detection, reduce false positives, and ensure compliance with evolving regulations in Bahrain, Kuwait, India, Turkey, and the UAE.
Maroc Telecom has doubled fiber internet speeds for all subscribers and revised its pricing structure, offering faster speeds at lower costs. This upgrade, effective May 1, enhances broadband access for both individuals and businesses, supporting Morocco’s digital transformation. Subscribers will automatically benefit from the new speeds and pricing.
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du renews partnership with Huawei to enhance Emiratisation through advanced tech training, supporting UAE’s digital transformation and developing a future-ready workforce skilled in AI, 5G, and cloud computing.
The UAE’s Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority has launched the ICT Regulatory Sandbox to test new tech products and services. This initiative allows for a controlled environment to assess impacts before market release, fostering innovation and enhancing legal frameworks to support rapid technological advancements.
The DRC is advancing a $400 million satellite project with Monacosat to expand nationwide internet access, targeting rural areas and boosting digital services. With internet penetration below 25%, the initiative aims to close the connectivity gap and diversify the economy beyond mineral dependence.
MTN and MTV Base launch Room of Safety, a 10-part youth-led series on child online safety, to raise awareness and promote positive digital behaviour across Africa.
stc Group has partnered with 25 organizations to enhance employee careers through the Job Attachment Programme (JAP). The initiative offers hands-on experience, career exploration, and professional skill development. It fosters Saudi talent in various industries, with a 72% increase in participation, aligning with stc’s commitment to innovation and growth.
Bahrain’s “MyGov” app launches its first phase, offering easy access to ID card and birth certificate services. It supports over 700,000 transactions annually and integrates biometric authentication for enhanced security. The app is set to expand with additional government services in future phases.