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Visa hosted its first Visa Connect Amman event, uniting 150 participants from Jordan, Iraq, Lebanon, and Palestine to discuss the future of digital payments. The event explored trends in digitization, AI-driven solutions, and opportunities for business growth, marking a significant milestone in Visa’s efforts to drive innovation in the Levant region.
The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) of Oman has set a 6% cap on non-Omani employment in network operations centres (NOCs). Licensees have eight months to comply, with progress reports required. The initiative promotes Omanisation, creating job opportunities for Omani professionals and advancing their skills in the telecommunications sector.
A Qatari delegation, led by Engineer Ahmad Abdulla AlMuslemani, President of the Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA), is participating in the…
Aani, the UAE’s central bank-backed instant payment platform, has enrolled 1.5 million users and is on track to drive further digital payments adoption. The platform facilitates real-time transfers via mobile numbers, emails, and QR codes, with plans for expanded features like QR payments for businesses, international remittances, and direct debits.
The BTRC Chairman, Maj Gen (retd) Md Emdad Ul Bari, indicated that additional Nationwide Telecommunication Transmission Network (NTTN) licenses may be issued if service quality declines. He emphasized the need for improved connectivity in Bangladesh, addressing challenges faced by NTTN operators and their impact on the telecommunications sector.
The National Defence College (NDC) concluded its 8th parallel programme, “Cybersecurity within Digital Transition,” focusing on enhancing leadership skills and cybersecurity capabilities in both government institutions and the military, including the Sultan’s Armed Forces.
Opensignal’s latest analysis ranks Saudi Arabia third in 5G download speeds among EMEA markets, reflecting significant advancements in 5G deployment. The report highlights improvements in network performance, impressive 5G upload speeds, and the impact of government initiatives like Vision 2030 in fostering 5G growth in the GCC region.
Iran has launched a prototype of its national AI platform to address technological challenges and circumvent sanctions. The platform, which is set for full deployment by 2026, aims to ensure resilient digital services and enhance various sectors, while also raising concerns due to its role in AI-driven surveillance.