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.
Bahrain’s iGA met with Saudi Arabia’s Digital Government Authority during the GCC eGovernment Ministerial Committee meeting, discussing collaborative digital transformation initiatives.
The American University in Cairo (AUC) and Egypt’s Ministry of Communication and Information Technology (MCIT) have signed a protocol that…
Jazz CEO Aamir Ibrahim praised SBP and PTA for their role in promoting digital and financial inclusion in Pakistan during the WEF’s ‘Spotlight Pakistan Day’ webinar, highlighting the success of initiatives like AMA and Raast.
Vodafone Qatar played a pivotal role as the official Technology Partner at Hospitality Qatar 2023, showcasing innovative IoT solutions to support the digital transformation of the hospitality and tourism sectors.
Telenor Pakistan has initiated the 8th phase of ‘Naya Aghaaz’, a program aimed at helping women re-enter the workforce after a career break. This initiative offers a 9-month paid internship with comprehensive training and mentorship, underscoring the company’s dedication to diversity and inclusion.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) conducted its annual Distributor Partner Conference in Dubai, focusing on partner innovation, profitable growth, and enhancing partner experience. The event featured strategic discussions on HPE’s Hybrid Cloud, Edge, and AI solutions, emphasizing the role of partners in the company’s ecosystem.
Bahrain’s Crown Prince has issued Edict (102) of 2023, which approves the Sixth National Telecommunications Plan. The plan, set for a three-year term, aims to advance the Kingdom’s telecommunications framework, ensuring progressive development in line with modern technologies and services.
Zain KSA has reported a record-breaking Q3 in 2023, with revenues surpassing SAR 2.5 billion, driven by a lucrative tower sale deal and a surge in demand for advanced tech services like 5G, IoT, and AI. The company also highlighted significant growth in its digital services and fintech solutions.
Safaricom, M-Pesa Africa, and Sumitomo Corporation launch the Spark Accelerator program to support Kenyan start-ups, providing mentorship, funding, and go-to-market strategies to address the challenges of securing funding, market access, and scaling.
