Yango Oman has partnered with Zumr to offer interest-free, short-term financial assistance to its partner drivers. This initiative allows drivers to access up to OMR 120 with a flexible repayment plan, providing crucial support during financial challenges and promoting a more stable working environment for drivers.
This initiative is part of the mission of Orange Digital Center to promote digital inclusion and support the development of digital skills for employment, especially among youth and women
Bangladesh ranks 112th in the 2024 Frontier Technology Readiness Index, showing progress in adopting AI, robotics, and biotech. While the country excels in research and development, challenges remain in ICT development and workforce skills. To fully harness frontier technologies, Bangladesh must enhance digital infrastructure and regulatory frameworks.
Huawei Nepal, in collaboration with the Chinese embassy and MoCIT, has launched a smart classroom in Gandaki Province to enhance digital education. The project provides students with modern learning tools and aims to bridge the digital divide, particularly in rural areas, fostering ICT talent and supporting Nepal’s technological progress.
Jordan has partnered with Sustainable World Software to use AI and space technology for forest restoration, aiming to combat deforestation, expand green areas, and support climate change mitigation. This initiative is part of Jordan’s National Plan for Sustainable Agriculture and its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC).
VEON Group has invested $15 million in Mobilink Bank to support its growth, focusing on MSME financing, Islamic banking, and digital transformation. The funds will enhance the bank’s operational capabilities, expand its outreach, and introduce innovative services, contributing to Pakistan’s financial ecosystem and digital banking future.
Jordan’s mobile phone imports in January 2024 reached JD15.1 million for 155,000 devices, showing a marked increase from the previous year. Overall, imports for 2024 amounted to JD176 million, reflecting a 13.7% rise in value and a 7.5% increase in the number of devices compared to 2023.
Outlier Ventures has unveiled its “Post Web Thesis,” predicting a shift to a decentralized internet powered by AI and blockchain. The Post Web will focus on an “intention economy,” where AI agents perform tasks for users, simplifying the internet and transforming digital interactions. The Middle East is a key region for early adoption.
The collaboration aims to leverage AWS cloud services and AI/ML capabilities to improve efficiency, scalability, and customer experience.
ACES and Radisys have partnered to co-develop 5G ORAN and small cell technology under Saudi Vision 2030. Their collaboration will drive innovation in telecom infrastructure, providing scalable 5G solutions. With a dedicated lab for testing and trials, the partnership aims to enhance connectivity and offer cutting-edge telecom capabilities.
