Mastercard’s SME Confidence Index reveals that Saudi SMEs are optimistic about 2025, embracing digital transformation through AI, data analytics, and digital payments. With 99% of SMEs accepting digital payments, businesses are driving growth. Mastercard continues to support SMEs with tailored solutions, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030’s economic goals.
Orange Jordan sponsored the 7th Regional Annual Conference at the University of Jordan, focusing on digital transformation and the role of Generation Z in the industrial revolution. The event brought together experts to discuss sustainability, smart cities, and empowering future leaders. Orange reaffirms its commitment to education and innovation.
Jordan and Kazakhstan have signed a memorandum of cooperation to enhance digital transformation, focusing on e-government, smart infrastructure, health tech, and cybersecurity. The partnership aims to foster innovation, support startups, and accelerate digital solutions in both countries, marking a significant step in global digital collaboration and economic development.
Djezzy, an Algerian telecom operator, has entered the cloud services market to support businesses and institutions in their digital transformation. The company aims to provide secure, flexible cloud solutions, leveraging the growing public cloud market in Algeria, which is expected to generate $1.12 billion in revenue by 2025.
Algeria has launched its first Skills Center in Sétif, focusing on AI, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies. This initiative aims to train young professionals, foster innovation, and support startups with a 1.5 billion dinar investment. The project aligns with national efforts to drive digital transformation and economic growth.
Zain KSA and Dell Technologies have partnered to revolutionize the cloud ecosystem in Saudi Arabia. The MoU will enable Zain to offer automated, flexible cloud solutions, helping businesses streamline digital transformation and manage cloud services efficiently through Dell’s expertise in IaaS, SaaS, and XaaS models.
Web Summit Qatar 2025 will bring over 20,000 attendees to Doha from February 23-26, featuring industry leaders, 1,200+ startups, and sessions on AI, fintech, and digital transformation. The event promises to be a hub for innovation, networking, and collaboration with over 300 global speakers and top investors.
The Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS) has launched the “TechEdge” program in collaboration with leading institutions to provide young professionals in Kuwait with expertise in AI, data science, and cybersecurity. This initiative supports Kuwait’s Vision 2035 and aims to foster digital transformation and economic diversification.
Nokia and Orange Jordan have modernized Orange Jordan’s Broadband Network Gateway (BNG) using Nokia’s 7750 Service Router platforms. The upgrade, covering 76 sites, enhances connectivity, network efficiency, and sustainability while improving broadband services across Jordan, supporting high-speed internet, IPTV, and personalized services to meet growing customer demands.
Algeria’s Algérie Télécom has launched an $11 million investment fund for AI, cybersecurity, and robotics startups. The initiative aims to foster digital transformation, with a goal of creating 20,000 startups and contributing 7% of the national GDP to AI by 2027. The country is expanding digital infrastructure to support innovation.
