Oman Business Forum, in partnership with the Ministry of Commerce, Industry & Investment Promotion, will host a Tejarah Talks session on m-commerce, exploring its global impact and opportunities for SMEs.
The 25th ITCN Asia, Pakistan’s premier IT and telecom expo, will take place at Karachi’s Expo Center, aiming to attract over $500 million in investments. The event will feature 750 companies and the World CIO 200 Summit, enhancing Pakistan’s global tech stature with participants from 17 countries.
Egypt’s government is focusing on expanding investments and creating jobs in the rehabilitation services and IT sectors through the Digital Egypt for the Rehabilitation Industry strategy. With a goal to increase digital exports and improve competitiveness, the strategy includes boosting local talent and establishing rehabilitation centers in provincial areas.
The Holy Makkah Municipality has launched a digital afforestation initiative through the Nabatik platform, allowing citizens and residents to contribute to increasing green spaces and reducing carbon emissions. Participants can select tree species, choose planting locations, and make payments online, supporting Makkah’s environmental and climate goals from the comfort of their homes.
stc participated in the LEAP 2025 conference in Riyadh to further its goals of digital transformation and forming strategic partnerships. The company announced a collaboration with Astek to enhance IT services and cybersecurity, reinforcing its commitment to innovation and driving digital growth in Kuwait and the region.
A power outage in Spain and Portugal on Monday caused disruptions to Orange Maroc’s Internet services in Morocco, affecting international connections. While other providers like Maroc Telecom and Inwi have not reported issues, Algerian authorities warned of potential disruptions. No impacts have been reported in Morocco or Algeria yet.
The upgrade enables Vodafone Oman to deploy standalone (SA) 5G services, enhancing operational efficiency.
Orange Jordan, in partnership with SoftAtHome, is launching the world’s first fully prpl-based broadband solution, featuring a home gateway and Wi-Fi repeater powered by prplWare. The system integrates advanced features like Wi-Fi 6E, VoIP, and enhanced security, marking a major step in open-source broadband technology deployment.
Virgin Mobile UAE has introduced a seamless eSIM activation process for tourists, allowing them to activate their eSIM at the airport through facial recognition. This initiative enhances convenience for visitors, offering unlimited data and calls with flexible plans, and supporting the UAE’s vision for a digitally connected future.
Orange Jordan showcased its innovative solutions at the inaugural “Makers’ Forum,” including the Spider Robot, Ender 2 Printer, and AI-driven drone for agriculture. The event highlighted Orange’s commitment to community empowerment and digital education, with a focus on economic participation and skill development for local communities.
