Pakistan’s Cellular Subscribers Continue to Grow, 5G on the Horizon
Pakistan’s cellular subscriber base shows continued growth, exceeding 193 million in September 2024.
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Iran and Cuba Strengthen ICT Cooperation with Focus on Digital Transformation
Iran and Cuba are strengthening cooperation in ICT, focusing on artificial intelligence, e-government, and digital economy. Both countries plan to exchange knowledge and expertise, with Iran’s private sector playing a key role in supporting Cuba’s technological growth.
China Hosts Media Professionals for AI-Focused Training Under Belt and Road Initiative
China hosted a two-week media training programme under the Belt and Road Initiative, focusing on the role of AI in reshaping the media landscape. The event gathered professionals from several countries to discuss AI’s ethical implications, global competition, and infrastructure challenges.
Egypt’s Ministry of Petroleum Inks Agreements with Huawei for Digital Transformation
Egypt’s Ministry of Petroleum partners with Huawei on three key agreements to advance digital transformation in the oil and gas sector, focusing on training, green energy solutions, and data centers.
DCO Secretary-General Highlights Global Digital Divides at UNGA Summit of the Future
At the UNGA79 Summit of the Future, DCO Secretary-General Deemah AlYahya emphasized the urgent need to address the global digital divide, highlighting disparities in AI capabilities, gender, and skills. She introduced the Digital Economy Navigator (DEN) to evaluate digital performance across 50 countries.
AI in Logistics: Steering the Future of GCC’s Supply Chain
This piece explores how AI is revolutionizing the logistics industry in the GCC, highlighting innovations like predictive analytics, autonomous vehicles, and smart warehousing. It includes case studies and examples, particularly focusing on Wahyd Logistics, and discusses the challenges and future outlook of AI in logistics, emphasizing its transformative impact on the region’s supply chain efficiency and economic growth.
Department of Health – Abu Dhabi Partners with Accenture to Enhance Healthcare Through Data and AI Solutions
The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi has signed an MoU with Accenture to enhance healthcare services through advanced data and AI solutions. This partnership aims to improve health data governance, patient outcomes, and create a sustainable, technology-driven healthcare ecosystem, reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s commitment to innovation in the health sector.
Zain Bahrain Leads with First Regional Deployment of Dual Band Massive MIMO Technology
Zain Bahrain has launched the region’s first Dual Band Massive MIMO radios, enhancing mobile connectivity and network efficiency. This deployment reduces the need for extra antennas and supports Zain’s sustainability goals by optimizing space and increasing energy efficiency.
Misk City Partners with Samsung to Drive Innovation, Sustainability, and Youth Empowerment
Misk City has partnered with Samsung Electronics to collaborate on smart city technology, sustainability, and youth empowerment. The MoU, signed at the Misk Global Forum, focuses on creating an innovative environment, developing training programs for Saudi youth, and possibly establishing a Samsung showroom in Misk City to showcase AI-powered technologies.
Oman Hosts Esteemed Global Carrier Community Meeting GCCM Middle East 2023
Oman, through Omantel, hosts the influential GCCM Middle East 2023, uniting over 600 professionals from 300+ telecom operators from 50+ countries. The event emphasizes networking, industry discussions, and collaboration in the telecom sector.
