Visa and MSMEDA Highlight Egypt’s Growing Digital Payments Among SMEs
Visa and MSMEDA report reveals strong digital payment growth in Egypt’s SMEs, driven by convenience, revenue gains, and e-commerce growth.
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Saudi Arabia Advances Mobile Connectivity with Remote SIM Provisioning Platform
Saudi Arabia’s Mobily has partnered with Valid to deploy Remote SIM Provisioning (RSP), allowing for remote management of SIM and eSIM profiles. This solution enhances security, improves network efficiency, and supports both consumer smartphones and IoT devices. Meanwhile, India and Thailand introduce biometric authentication for SIM registration and mobile security.
Oman Advances Sovereign Space Capabilities with Launch of OmanSat-1 Project
Oman has partnered with Airbus to design and launch its first national communications satellite, OmanSat-1, with Space Communications Technologies serving as the national operator. The Ka-band high-throughput satellite will deliver over 120 Gbps capacity and wide regional coverage, strengthening Oman’s sovereign digital infrastructure. Full operations are slated for 2029, supporting Oman Vision 2040’s goals for a knowledge-driven economy.
e& enterprise Strengthens Microsoft Partnership to Accelerate GenAI Adoption Across MENAT Region
e& enterprise and Microsoft’s enhanced partnership leverages cutting-edge GenAI and cloud technologies to deliver tailored AI solutions across MENAT, driving digital transformation while prioritizing ethical AI adoption and regional market needs.
Telecom Egypt and 4iG Group Sign $600 Million Deal to Build Fiber Network
Telecom Egypt and Hungary’s 4iG Group have signed a $600 million, 10-year agreement to build a fiber network in Egypt, providing high-speed internet to six million households. The project supports Egypt’s Vision 2030 and the “Digital Egypt” strategy, enhancing the country’s digital transformation efforts.
X0PA AI Establishes Dubai Regional Headquarters to Expand AI-Native Recruitment Platform to the Middle East
The Singapore-based company brings a comprehensive AI recruitment ecosystem to the UAE market, supporting Emiratisation goals and enterprise hiring transformation…
Jordan and Qatar Discuss Strengthening Cooperation in Telecom and Postal Sectors
Bassam Sarhan of Jordan’s TRC and Ahmed Al Muslimani of Qatar’s CRA discussed strengthening cooperation in postal and telecom sectors at the 2nd Arab Postal Leaders’ Forum 2025. The talks focused on enhancing infrastructure, sharing regulatory expertise, and supporting digital transformation to achieve strategic goals and regional integration.
Telecom sector set for expansion as Nigeria eyes strong growth in 2026
Nigeria’s telecom industry is expected to enter a strong expansion phase in 2026 after a year of consolidation, driven by rising data demand, regulatory stability, and new government-led digital infrastructure initiatives, according to ATCON.
Iran Participates in SATRC-26 to Strengthen Regional Digital Cooperation
Iran engaged regional regulators at SATRC-26 to advance digital cooperation, align on emerging ICT policies, and strengthen spectrum, connectivity, and innovation frameworks across South Asia.
Inwi Partners with APB to Drive Digital Transformation in Morocco
Inwi has announced a strategic partnership with the Association Professionnelle des Banques (APB) at GITEX Africa 2025, marking a significant step in Morocco’s digital transformation. This collaboration aims to provide tailored digital solutions to Moroccan businesses, enhancing their competitiveness and supporting the growth of startups and SMEs.