House of Oud Officially Rebrands as House of Musk to Redefine Pakistan’s Perfume Market
Lahore, Pakistan – September 24, 2025 — What was once known as House of Oud has officially been rebranded as…
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Cassava Technologies and Accenture Accelerate Sovereign Artificial Intelligence (AI) Cloud Adoption across Africa
The solutions will enable Cassava’s existing and potential customers to process AI workloads and data within national borders in alignment…
UAE Signs Agreement to Implement Global Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework
The UAE has signed the Multilateral Competent Authority Agreement under the Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework, with implementation set for 2027 and first exchanges in 2028. A public consultation is underway to shape clear rules, reinforcing the UAE’s balance of crypto innovation and global tax transparency.
UAE Launches $1 Million AI Film Award at 1 Billion Followers Summit 2026
The UAE will host the world’s biggest AI Film Award at the 1 Billion Followers Summit 2026, offering $1 million for AI-generated films using Google Gemini tools. The initiative reinforces the UAE’s leadership in AI, creative innovation, and the global content creator economy
Pakistani Fintechs Target Saudi Market Amid Vision 2030 Push
Pakistani fintechs are entering Saudi Arabia under Vision 2030, securing deals at Money 20/20 Riyadh and forming partnerships like ABHI–TRAY for wage access services. With 100+ Pakistani firms registered in KSA, streamlined regulations and cultural ties make the Kingdom a key growth market for Pakistan’s IT and fintech sectors.
Mobile Telecommunications Company Saudi Arabia: Shareholders Face Losses Despite Earnings Growth
Mobile Telecommunications Company Saudi Arabia’s share price dropped 39% over five years despite steady EPS growth, though dividends softened losses to a -12% TSR. Recent gains show a 1.8% TSR over the past year, suggesting a potential turning point amid cautious investor sentiment.
HyperPay Partners with Mastercard and Mozn to Advance Digital Payments in MENA
HyperPay signed MoUs with Mastercard and Mozn to drive digital payments innovation and fraud prevention in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar. The partnerships will empower SMEs with secure, scalable solutions and support the region’s fintech growth under Saudi Vision 2030.
MWC25 Doha to Highlight Global Tech and Qatar’s Digital Ambitions
MWC25 Doha, the first Mobile World Congress in the Middle East, will be held on 25–26 November 2025. The event, part of Qatar’s Digital Agenda 2030 and National Vision 2030, will spotlight global innovations and Qatar’s role as a rising hub for technology, 5G, and AI-driven transformation.
Oman Health Exhibition 2025 Opens with Spotlight on AI and Digital Health
The Oman Health Exhibition 2025 opened in Muscat with a strong focus on digital health and AI, featuring global hospitals and showcasing robotics, telemedicine, and AI-driven tools to boost efficiency. International partnerships and a 30% rise in pavilion participation reflect Oman’s growing healthcare innovation and investment opportunities.
Morocco and Azerbaijan to Boost Cooperation on Digital Labor Market Transformation
Morocco plans to strengthen cooperation with Azerbaijan on digitizing labor markets, AI-driven transformation, and youth training between 2026–2028. With Morocco’s strong automotive and aviation sectors and Azerbaijan’s oil and gas potential, joint investments and experience-sharing will help build a skilled workforce and future-ready labor systems.