The UN E-Government Survey 2024 highlights Bahrain’s impressive climb in global rankings, now 18th in e-government development. Notable advancements include telecommunications, online services, and human capital, reflecting Bahrain’s strategic investments in enhancing its digital infrastructure and e-services.
A survey by Capital.com reveals the UAE as a preferred destination for tech talent over Germany and Hong Kong, with 45% of Asian tech professionals willing to relocate there due to its supportive tech environment and strategic initiatives like the NextGenFDI.
Qatar Science & Technology Park (QSTP) has launched the Global Innovation Link program, welcoming five Pakistani tech startups to foster international collaboration and innovation. The program offers an immersive experience to engage with Qatar’s tech ecosystem, promoting growth and knowledge exchange.
Kenzz has launched Kenzz TV, integrating video shopping into its app to transform the e-commerce experience in Egypt. This feature offers dynamic video content like product reviews and brand stories, enhancing user engagement and helping customers make informed decisions.
Ooredoo Qatar has partnered with Oracle to enhance its telecommunications services through advanced AI capabilities and cloud solutions. This strategic alliance will optimize Ooredoo’s database infrastructure, improve operational efficiency, and enhance cybersecurity, positioning the company as a leader in digital innovation.
Md Nahid Islam, adviser for Telecommunications in Bangladesh, urged telecom operators to introduce unlimited internet packages to cater to young consumers’ demands during a meeting with Banglalink officials. Discussions also included reducing SIM card taxes and addressing restrictions on the Toffee app.
Al Dhahirah Governorate has partnered with Oman Towers to build ornamental telecom towers, starting in Ibri. These towers, designed to be landmarks, will enhance local infrastructure and aesthetics, supporting the region’s development goals and reducing visual pollution.
BlackRock, GIP, Microsoft, and MGX have formed the Global AI Infrastructure Investment Partnership, aiming to fund expansive AI data centers. This $30 billion initiative will catalyze broader economic and technological growth by advancing AI infrastructure to meet increasing computational demands.
Oracle has launched the world’s first zettascale AI supercomputer in the cloud, powered by up to 131,072 NVIDIA Blackwell GPUs. This groundbreaking development promises unparalleled AI capabilities, significantly enhancing cloud computing power and flexibility while supporting stringent data and AI sovereignty requirements.
du has set a new standard in 5G connectivity by being the first in the Middle East to deploy Huawei’s 5G LampSite X with Three Carrier Aggregation, achieving a peak data rate of 5.1 Gbps. This innovation enhances indoor connectivity and underscores du’s leadership in the 5G market.
