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Jordan advanced ten projects in June spanning digital public engagement, airport automation, telecom regulation, and cybersecurity education, reinforcing the nation’s digital economy and security frameworks.
Orange Jordan showcased innovations and supported entrepreneurs at the MENA ICT Forum 2024, highlighting projects from the Orange Digital Centers. Key highlights included the “MARS-JO Rover,” a virtual hospital project, and startup initiatives like ARFL and SAVERBOT. The forum emphasized technological synergy and future ICT developments in the MENA region.
Mazad has appointed Nezar Hasan Habib as CEO to drive strategic growth and innovation, building on the strong foundation established by the outgoing CEO and positioning the company as a regional leader in online auctions.
The UAE ranks second globally for digital nomads in 2025, recognized for excellent infrastructure, safety, and tax benefits. Its digital nomad visa supports up to one-year stays, positioning the country as a leading hub for remote workers in the growing global market.
du, du Tech, and HPE hosted a roundtable focused on accelerating AI and hybrid cloud adoption in the UAE banking sector. Highlighting the region’s leadership in AI integration, the event showcased strategies to enhance operations, customer experience, and data security amid rapid digital transformation.
Deloitte Digital and NICE have partnered to revolutionize customer service through AI-powered automation. Their collaboration offers businesses customized solutions that enhance customer experience, improve productivity, and create proactive interactions. This alliance aims to provide end-to-end support from strategy to implementation, transforming how businesses engage with customers.
SAN FRANCISCO & BANGALORE, India–(BUSINESS WIRE)– mimik has joined forces with Tech Mahindra (NSE: TECHM), a leading global provider of…
iQ Networks has signed Iraq’s first dark fibre IRU agreement with Gulf Bridge International, marking a significant milestone in the country’s telecom infrastructure. The deal coincides with the Silk Route Transit network surpassing 1 Tbps in capacity, positioning Iraq as a crucial telecom hub linking Europe and Asia.
EdfaPay, a Riyadh-based fintech platform, has successfully closed a $5 million pre-Series A funding round. The investment will support its expansion across the MENA region and Pakistan, enhancing its digital payment solutions for SMEs. The platform’s SoftPOS technology and payment gateway services continue to attract regional and global partners.
In an unprecedented move within the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, Batelco, operating under the umbrella of Beyon…