Sparkle Expands Its Reach in Europe with a New Point of Presencein Helsinki
With this additional node in the Nordic countries, which brings the total on the continent to 89, Sparkle supports the…
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University of Dubai and WiCSME Sign MoU to Launch CyberSHE in the UAE: A Strategic Leap for Women in Cybersecurity
Dubai, UAE, 28 August 2025: The University of Dubai (UoD) and Women in Cyber Security Middle East (WiCSME) have signed…
Dubai Announces $1M Global AI Film Award with Google at 1 Billion Followers Summit
Dubai, in partnership with Google, has launched a $1M award for AI-generated short films at the 2026 1 Billion Followers Summit. The contest aims to showcase AI’s creative power in filmmaking while promoting humanitarian storytelling, aligning with the UAE’s investment in the global content economy.
Vision 2030 and Saudi Arabia’s Road to AI Supremacy
Saudi Arabia, under Vision 2030, has established itself as the region’s AI leader and a rising global power. With SDAIA, Humain, supercomputing investments, and Arabic AI models, the Kingdom is building a comprehensive ecosystem to secure long-term competitiveness and set global standards in artificial intelligence.
Syria and Saudi Arabia Hold Talks to Expand Cooperation in Education, Telecom, and Trade
Syria and Saudi Arabia have launched talks to boost cooperation in education, telecom, and trade. Discussions focused on digital learning platforms, improving telecom infrastructure, and reviewing Syria’s investment opportunities, reflecting renewed efforts to strengthen bilateral economic ties
NPC Concludes Data Summer Camp 2025, Empowering Qatar’s Youth in Digital Innovation
The NPC’s Data Summer Camp 2025 trained 125 students in AI, analytics, and open data tools, empowering them to tackle sustainability, accessibility, and digital transformation challenges. Winning projects showcased practical solutions for renewable energy, water conservation, and inclusive employment, supporting Qatar National Vision 2030.
Huawei Qatar Honors Student Achievements with Innovation in Education and Talent Excellence Awards
Huawei Qatar hosted the Innovation in Education and Talent Excellence Awards, honoring student achievements in the global ICT Competition and showcasing advanced education technologies. UDST students secured second place globally with “Be My Sense,” underscoring Qatar’s rising role in digital talent development and academia-industry collaboration.
Pakistan to Launch AI Regulatory Sandboxes to Drive Safe Innovation
Pakistan will introduce AI regulatory sandboxes to help 50 enterprises test applications safely by 2027. Backed by HPC centres, AI hubs, and national data repositories, the initiative is part of a strategy to build a robust AI ecosystem, boost innovation, and strengthen global cooperation.
Alibaba Expands Role in Pakistan’s Digital Economy with New Trade and Payment Solutions
Alibaba is ramping up its digital footprint in Pakistan by introducing new trade finance tools, logistics services, and mobile payments. With 300,000 Pakistani products already on its platforms, the company aims to boost exports, support SMEs, and train entrepreneurs to thrive in global e-commerce.
PTCL Group Posts 16% Revenue Growth in HY 2025, Expands Digital Ecosystem and Infrastructure
PTCL Group reported 16% YoY revenue growth in HY 2025, fueled by fiber broadband, enterprise services, and Ufone 4G. Despite a one-off net loss, the Group expanded its FTTH footprint, launched Pakistan’s first 5G-ready smart community, boosted digital wallets and apps, and advanced major regional connectivity projects.