Vodafone Qatar will celebrate National Sport Day 2025 with the ‘Vodafone Sport Village’ at Baraha, Msheireb. The event, from 8 am to 4 pm, will feature sports activities, AI-driven experiences, 5G activations, and various engagement zones, encouraging the community to embrace an active, healthy lifestyle.
The ITU Digital Skills Forum in Bahrain concluded successfully, reinforcing the nation’s commitment to leading digital skill development. The event gathered global experts to discuss digital transformation and skill enhancement, emphasizing Bahrain’s role in shaping an inclusive digital future.
Orange Maroc expands its “Digital Schools” program to equip 55 rural schools with tablets and computers, aiming to improve access to education and combat school dropouts by enhancing learning through technology.
Jazz has reported $1 billion in revenue for the first nine months of 2024, marking a strong recovery after two years of underperformance. The company’s success is attributed to its pivot to a ServiceCo model, digital transformation efforts, and expansion in fintech services like JazzCash.
Ericsson and Beyon have renewed their partnership to accelerate sustainability efforts and circular economy practices in Bahrain. Their collaboration has resulted in significant energy reductions on Batelco’s network and the launch of an e-waste recycling initiative, supporting a net-zero future through advanced energy-saving technologies and responsible waste management.
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development ranked first among ministries and second overall in the 2024 Digital Transformation Index. The award, presented during the Digital Government Forum, highlights the Kingdom’s leadership in digital transformation, with notable achievements in AI, e-services, and accessibility for people with disabilities.
Saudi Arabia’s Interior Minister, Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif, inaugurated the General Directorate of Public Security building in Riyadh. He also opened the Innovation Center and the Indicators and Artificial Intelligence Center, launching new services on the Absher platform to enhance digital transformation in security operations.
TikTok, in collaboration with the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC), hosted the ‘Digital Safety Summit Bangladesh 2025’ in Dhaka. The summit brought together experts and policymakers to discuss digital safety, highlighting TikTok’s new safety features and its partnership with BTRC to strengthen online security in Bangladesh.
GBM has partnered with Landmark Hospitality to manage IT services across the GCC for the next three years. This collaboration will streamline IT operations, enabling Landmark to focus on growth and innovation. GBM will provide comprehensive IT infrastructure management and support services aligned with best practices.
Google expands its Gemini service to Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Turkey, supporting English and nine Indian languages. The Gemini chatbot is now available on any device with 6 GB RAM, enhancing communication and productivity for users in over 165 regions worldwide.
