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Minister Mustafa Jabbar announced that 28 hi-tech parks outside Dhaka will create over 300,000 jobs in coming years. The Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Hi-Tech Park in Rajshahi alone will provide 14,000 jobs, boosting the local economy and advancing Digital Bangladesh goals through expanded tech industries and foreign collaboration.
Lumofy and Zain Bahrain collaborate to improve human capital management using digital, data-driven solutions, aiming to enhance talent efficiency and future-proof workforces in an evolving workplace.
Applications are now open for the second cohort of the Riyada Business Accelerator Program in Bahrain, aimed at tech startups with Minimum Viable Products (MVPs). The six-month program offers mentorship, funding opportunities, and business strategy insights, helping startups enhance operational efficiency and connect with industry leaders and investors.
Zarrar Hasham Khan has been appointed as the new chairman of Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL), effective March 10, 2025, replacing Azfar Manzoor. Khan brings over two decades of experience in the telecom sector, including leadership roles at Saudi Telecom Company, and holds degrees from top universities.
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates–(BUSINESS WIRE/AETOSWire)– Eastnets, a global leader in compliance, payments, and cloud solutions, has been crowned winner of…
Zain Iraq drives digital transformation with 5G readiness, youth empowerment programs, public-private partnerships, and eSports support, fostering innovation and inclusion across sectors to build a future-ready Iraq.
Saudi Arabia is advancing its Vision 2030 goal to become a global FinTech hub. With robust investments in digital payments, alternative financing, and regulatory frameworks, the Kingdom is witnessing rapid growth in FinTech startups, driving innovation and financial inclusion across various sectors.
The Nepal Telecommunication Authority has ordered service providers to block 26 major social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, WhatsApp, and X. Nepal Telecom and Ncell confirmed compliance with the directive, marking one of the country’s broadest internet restrictions to date.
Egypt’s “Digital Pioneers” initiative will train young people in fields like AI, cybersecurity, and programming, aiming to boost digital exports and transformation. The program will offer technical training, personal development, and collaboration with global tech firms, targeting 5,000 trained professionals annually, funded at EGP 4bn per year.
Standard Chartered Egypt is expanding its role amid robust banking sector growth by focusing on women-led tech startups, financial inclusion, and corporate sector support. Its Futuremakers accelerator addresses funding and mentorship gaps, aiming to empower women entrepreneurs and create jobs, while leveraging a global network to boost trade and investment. Recent macroeconomic improvements underpin a positive outlook for the bank’s continued growth in Egypt.