SAMENA Council’s LEAD Awards Ceremony to be Held on October 15th in Dubai
The 2024 edition of the SA-ME-NA LEAD awards program (or the “LEADs”) will highlight and recognize advanced ICT success in the region
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FAO Launches Digital Agriculture Consortium to Transform Pakistan’s Agriculture
The FAO launched the Digital Agriculture Consortium (DAC) in Islamabad, aiming to transform Pakistan’s agriculture through digital means. The event showcased advanced technologies and discussed strategies to enhance productivity and efficiency. The DAC will integrate key stakeholders to drive the digital transformation of agriculture, fostering collaboration and sustainable development across Pakistan.
VeraViews to Establish Global Headquarters in UAE Under NextGen FDI Initiative
VeraViews, leveraging distributed ledger technology, will set up its global headquarters in the UAE under the NextGen FDI initiative. This strategic move aims to enhance the transparency and efficiency of the digital advertising ecosystem, supporting UAE’s goal of becoming a leader in secure digital advertising.
TDRA launches the Knowledge Hub program of DGOV Academy
United Arab Emirates: The Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) has launched the Knowledge Hub program designed to train employees…
Egypt Targets ICT Sector Growth to 8% of GDP by 2030
Egypt plans to boost its ICT sector’s contribution to GDP from 5.8% to 8% by 2030. Minister Amr Talaat emphasized strategic collaborations and investments in submarine cables, cloud computing, and local mobile manufacturing. Initiatives include training programs for 500,000 ICT professionals annually, expanding digital innovation centers, and enhancing digital infrastructure, including broadband coverage and fiber optic networks, to support these goals.
UAE to Strengthen Cybersecurity with New Policies and Encryption Law
The UAE will enhance its cybersecurity with three new policies focusing on cloud computing, data security, IoT security, and cybersecurity operations centers, announced Mohammed Hamad Al-Kuwaiti, chair of the Cybersecurity Council. Additionally, a new encryption law for data transmission security with quantum systems is expected by year-end, aiming to bolster national cybersecurity standards.
Dialog Axiata Completes Acquisition of Airtel Lanka
Dialog Axiata has completed the acquisition of Airtel Lanka through a share swap. Post-acquisition, Axiata holds 73.75% of Dialog, Bharti Airtel 10.355%, and the public 15.895%. Both brands will continue to serve customers while merging networks to enhance connectivity. The move aims to drive growth and innovation in Sri Lanka’s telecom sector.
Saudi Arabia Advances Transport Sector Through AI and Technological Innovations
In a sweeping move to revolutionize its transportation and logistics sector, Saudi Arabia is embracing technological advancements and artificial intelligence,…
Oracle and AWS Launch Oracle Database@AWS to Enhance Cloud Integration and Flexibility
Oracle and AWS have launched Oracle Database@AWS, offering advanced integration of Oracle databases with AWS cloud services to streamline cloud operations and enhance data management.
World Radio Conference 2023 Hosted by the UAE
The UAE, via the TDRA, is hosting the ITU World Radio Conference 2023 in Dubai, focusing on revising radio-frequency regulations and satellite orbits. The conference brings together global authorities to discuss policies impacting diverse sectors and emphasizes the role of radio frequencies in achieving Sustainable Development Goals.