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Pakistan’s Universal Service Fund has approved Rs7.49 billion in projects to expand fiber broadband and 4G mobile coverage, targeting nearly 960,000 people in underserved areas. The initiatives include large-scale fiber deployments in Sanghar and Jhang districts and 4G rollouts in multiple districts, supporting digital inclusion, entrepreneurship, and economic development.
Dialog Axiata has launched the vivo V50 smartphone in Sri Lanka, featuring a 50MP ZEISS OIS Camera, Snapdragon® 7 Gen 3 processor, and a 6,000mAh battery. This launch marks a step forward in delivering 5G technology and enhanced mobile experiences to Sri Lankan consumers.
CloudSky has partnered with STC to deploy 5G-powered Immersive Cloud Computing solutions, starting with cloud-based Esports services and expanding to AI, smart factories, and the metaverse. The collaboration strengthens Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation drive and unlocks new revenue opportunities for STC.
The announcement also empowers commercial banks to source foreign exchange for PAPSS through Nigeria’s Foreign Exchange market CAIRO, Egypt, May…
Bahrain and Kuwait reinforce cooperation in transport and infrastructure, focusing on maritime connectivity and joint Gulf projects to promote regional integration and economic development under GCC vision.
e& has launched e& Wholesale Americas in Miami, marking a significant expansion into the U.S. and LATAM markets. The new entity will leverage AI-driven connectivity to support telecom operators, enterprises, and AI players, offering services like Managed Voice, Data Connectivity, Roaming, and Mobility Services in dynamic markets.
Jordan is strategically leveraging its location and stability to become a digital gateway from Asia to Europe, complementing Saudi Arabia’s AI ecosystem. With advanced digital infrastructure and growing connectivity projects, Jordan aims to attract investment despite regional challenges and trade hurdles, positioning itself as a hub for future AI and digital growth.
Jordan will host the 2025 Regional Development Forum for Arab States (RDF-ARB) and the Regional Preparatory Meeting for the World Telecommunications Development Conference (RPM-ARB). These events will focus on boosting collaboration, addressing regional telecommunications issues, and preparing for the World Telecommunications Development Conference (WTDC-25) later this year.
Oman’s SafaQat raised funding from Oman Future Fund and Idrak Group to expand its award-winning digital procurement platform, grow government and market presence, and empower youth with training and SME support. It is advancing AI tools for bidding and price forecasting.
VEON and QazCode launch AI Tutor in Kazakhstan, an AI-powered Kazakh language learning assistant embedded in Beeline’s Janymda app, promoting digital inclusion through gamified modules powered by the KazLLM large language model.