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UAE and Tunisia deepen cooperation in food and agriculture through a strategic forum focused on innovation, supply chains, and investment opportunities during IFSA Africa.
The Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) has lifted restrictions on mobile data packages, allowing operators to offer hourly data packs. The new directives also include limits on daily, 2-day, and 3-day packs. Mobile operators welcome the move, which is expected to foster innovation and improve customer service.
London, UK, 11 June 2025: Following on from a sold-out event in 2024, Platform Global 2025 announces a new programme…
STV has closed its US$100 million STV NICE Fund I, a non-dilutive capital fund aimed at supporting Saudi Arabia’s tech startups. The fund offers Sharia-compliant financing, allowing growth-stage companies to scale without equity dilution. Backed by public-private partnerships, it aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 economic diversification efforts.
Saudi Arabia is advancing its Vision 2025 by rolling out electronic services to enhance public sector efficiency. Key initiatives include the REEF program to support local farmers and the Saudi Electricity Regulatory Authority’s improved digital platforms. These efforts aim to modernize services, boost agriculture, and drive economic diversification.
Yango Tech and DealCart have partnered to integrate grocery delivery into the Yango super-app in Pakistan, leveraging AI-powered solutions to enhance business operations and customer convenience in Karachi.
Reinforces commitment to a safer internet DUBAI, UAE, 24th June, 2025 – In mid-May 2025, Cloudflare blocked the largest DDoS…
HMD has launched the Crest 5G smartphone in Nepal, featuring 12 GB of RAM, a 50 MP selfie camera, and a rich display at an affordable price. The launch marks a pivotal moment for HMD, as it introduces its first smartphone, targeting Gen Z consumers with a focus on creativity, sustainability, and user experience.
Educatly, an Egyptian startup, raised $2.5 million to expand its digital higher education platform across MENA. The platform, connecting students with global university programs, plans to reach seven million users by 2024, enhancing its technology to support more personalized education and career planning services.
Bank Nizwa has partnered with Network International to enhance fraud prevention and digital banking security. The collaboration integrates a comprehensive fraud management system to protect customer transactions and ensure operational resilience. This move supports Oman’s digital transformation goals and strengthens Bank Nizwa’s commitment to secure and innovative banking solutions.