Al Yah Satellite Communications Company (Yahsat) has selected SpaceX to launch its advanced geostationary satellites, Al Yah 4 (AY4) and Al Yah 5 (AY5), using the Falcon 9 rocket. This agreement is part of a $5.1 billion mandate from the UAE Government, including design, manufacturing, and managed services by Airbus.
Saudi Arabia partners with IBM to potentially establish an AI Center of Excellence in Riyadh. The initiative, aligned with Saudi Vision 2030, aims to advance AI technologies and strengthen national capacities, bolstering the Kingdom’s stature in global tech innovation.
Dubai’s du and HPE have partnered with the Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) to implement HPE GreenLake, enhancing CBD’s hybrid cloud capabilities. Hosted in du’s Tier III data centres, this solution aims to improve IT efficiency, security, and customer experience while supporting CBD’s five-year strategic digital transformation plan.
The US Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) awarded a feasibility study grant to CdNet Communications Ltd for the Bangladesh International Submarine Cable (Bagha-1). This project aims to boost internet capacity and quality across Bangladesh, enhancing digital infrastructure and connectivity for advanced services like 5G and international data centers.
Ooredoo has committed QAR 2.8 million to support Hamad Bin Khalifa University’s Qatar Centre for Quantum Computing in developing Qatar’s first quantum communication testbed. This initiative aims to establish a secure quantum communication system, positioning Qatar as a leader in quantum technology and strengthening its role in the global tech landscape.
Ooredoo Kuwait, in collaboration with CITRA, has launched the “Kashef” service to enhance caller identification and communication security in Kuwait. This service aims to provide users with verified caller information, reducing spam and fraudulent calls, and improving overall telecommunications reliability and trust.
Arab Financial Services (AFS) recently met with a Belgian economic delegation in Bahrain to discuss potential fintech and financial service partnerships, emphasizing Bahrain’s role as a key hub in the payments ecosystem.
STC Group has signed a strategic partnership with Red Sea Global to boost the digital transformation of tourist destinations along the Saudi Red Sea coast. This collaboration aims to provide advanced digital and connectivity services, enhancing the tourist experience in line with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. The agreement includes deploying cutting-edge technologies like 5G and smart services across various platforms to ensure a seamless and innovative visitor experience.
Bahrain’s Transportation and Telecommunications Minister Mohammed Al Kaabi met with ITU’s BDT Director Dr. Cosmas Zavazava during the RDF-ARB 2023, highlighting the country’s efforts to bolster telecom sector development through international cooperation.
Teams from Kuwait and the UAE secured the top spots at the Tech4Good regional semifinals in Tashkent, part of Huawei’s Seeds for the Future 2024 program. Celebrated for innovative solutions aiding stroke patients, these teams will advance to the finals in China, showcasing significant advancements in ICT for healthcare.
