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Yango Group launched Yasmina, a bilingual Arabic-English AI assistant for Oman’s GCC market, embedded in smart speakers and designed to offer culturally relevant features. The move complements Yango’s regional expansion in ride-hailing, delivery, and AI-driven services, including the acquisition of Oman’s Otaxi platform.
Kuwait will host four Chinese delegations next month to discuss investments in infrastructure, logistics, and development projects, strengthening bilateral economic cooperation. Talks also focus on telecom partnerships, aligning with Kuwait’s national strategies and regional digital leadership.
JPMC and APC signed a deal to build a fertilizer complex focusing on value-added phosphoric acid products in Aqaba and Al Shediyeh. The project aims to increase Jordan’s industrial value, diversify exports, create jobs, and support the Kingdom’s Economic Modernisation Vision.
Orange Jordan and GIZ launched “Finance Forward,” a financial literacy program for entrepreneurs and SMEs across five Jordanian governorates. The initiative aims to build financial management skills, support sustainable business growth, and empower local startups within Jordan’s evolving economic landscape.
Syria has rejoined the GSMA after over ten years, enhancing regional telecom cooperation with Jordan. The move enables Syria to access global telecom resources and expertise as it modernizes its infrastructure and fosters startup support through a new national incubator alliance.
Jordan and Syria held discussions to enhance cooperation in telecommunications and digital economy sectors. Jordan shared regulatory expertise, while both sides explored investment opportunities to support Syria’s telecom modernization and regional digital collaboration.
Egypt and Italy’s Nova Technology della Vita Academy will establish five applied technology schools for electricity sector training starting 2025/2026, focusing on global standards and renewable energy skills to enhance workforce readiness and economic development.
Star Tech launched an affiliate marketing program offering 5% commissions and custom coupon codes, empowering Bangladesh’s tech content creators. The program taps into growing e-commerce traffic and brand trust, addressing social media limitations and supporting Bangladesh’s digital economy evolution.
Libya’s Mataa raised Seed funding to boost e-commerce and logistics across North Africa. The investment supports operational expansion, supplier growth, and talent acquisition, targeting a regional market of 275 million and aiming to energize Libya’s startup ecosystem.
Google plans to invest $6 billion in India’s first 1GW data centre in Visakhapatnam, including $2 billion for renewable energy. The project aligns with Andhra Pradesh’s data centre expansion, supported by subsea cable infrastructure, marking a significant step in India’s growing digital infrastructure.