Sri Lanka’s computer literacy has increased to 39% in 2023, with digital literacy at 63.5%, according to the Department of Census and Statistics. Household computer ownership is at 20.2%, with urban areas showing higher rates of both computer and digital skills compared to rural and estate sectors.
ZainCash has implemented Temenos core banking and payments solutions to enhance its digital services in Iraq. The platform will help ZainCash scale rapidly, offer new services, and promote financial inclusion by reaching 3 million users, including the unbanked population, by the end of the year.
The third round of Oman’s National Digital Economy Programme was launched in Buraimi, aiming to enhance digital infrastructure under Oman Vision 2040. This initiative involves key sectors like AI, cybersecurity, and e-commerce, promoting comprehensive digital transformation across all governorates.
Mwani Qatar has launched the “MWANINA” mobile app to enhance port services, allowing users to access services anytime and anywhere. This initiative supports the Ministry of Transport’s goal of digitizing port services and aims to improve logistical processes and efficiency in Qatar’s maritime operations.
The Internet Governance Forum 2024 in Riyadh brought together over 11,000 participants to discuss AI, digital trust, and global cooperation. The event highlighted the need for responsible AI development, digital governance, and the importance of international collaboration in shaping the future of the internet. The Riyadh IGF Messages provided actionable policy recommendations.
Ma’an will provide resources, mentorship, and incentives, including the Social Certificate, to Hub71’s social startups.
Vodafone Qatar offers Voice and Mobile Broadband (MBB) plan customers who sign up for Auto-Pay a chance to win a QR5,000 voucher. The Auto-Pay service ensures automatic bill payments, providing convenience and security. Customers also receive 5GB extra data with each bill payment.
Abu Dhabi hosted a workshop on sustainable investment in digital transformation, organized by the League of Arab States and the Arab Federation for Digital Economy. The event focused on digital investment, fostering private partnerships, and supporting digital development in the Arab region. The 16th meeting of the Arab Committee for Sustainable Development was also held alongside.
Huawei Cloud has hosted its first Fintech Summit 2024 in Egypt, focusing on cloud services for the fintech sector. The event showcased solutions like Huawei Cloud KooVerse, addressing security compliance and digital transformation needs. It emphasized the importance of cloud technology in driving financial inclusion and supporting Egypt’s Vision 2030.
Zain’s ZGI Accelerator Program took Kuwaiti tech startups to Silicon Valley, providing them with valuable insights into the global startup ecosystem. Participants had opportunities to network, attend masterclasses, and meet industry leaders. This experience aimed to empower entrepreneurs and drive innovation across various sectors, paving the way for future growth.
