BankDhofar has partnered with Smartech to offer advanced POS solutions for SMEs in Oman. This integration of accounting and payment systems simplifies financial management, enhances cash flow, and boosts operational efficiency. The solution is tailored for retail, restaurants, and laundry services, streamlining processes and ensuring seamless payment acceptance.
Oman Data Park has signed strategic MOUs with First Abu Dhabi Bank, Oman National Energy Investment Company, and NTG to advance digital transformation in banking, energy, and cloud services. These partnerships aim to enhance business continuity, energy efficiency, and cloud adoption, driving innovation and sustainability in Oman’s digital economy.
GITEX Africa Morocco 2025 will bring together 45,000 attendees from over 130 countries to showcase innovations in AI, fintech, health tech, and more. The event will foster collaboration across key sectors like energy, mobility, and AI, positioning Africa as a global tech leader and accelerating its digital economy.
Stc group has been ranked as the third strongest telecom brand globally in the 2024 Brand Finance Telecom 150 Report. This recognition highlights stc’s exceptional customer loyalty, brand perception, and innovation, solidifying its position as a leader in digital transformation and connectivity across the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe.
Riyadh Air has partnered with IBM to integrate AI into its operations, aiming to provide a seamless, world-class travel experience. The collaboration will leverage IBM’s watsonx platform and AI technologies to optimize customer interactions, flight operations, and digital transformation, marking Riyadh Air as the world’s first digital-native airline.
Johan Buse has been appointed as the new CEO of Banglalink, succeeding Erik Aas. Buse, with decades of telecom experience, will drive Banglalink’s transition from a mobile operator to a digital service provider. His leadership aims to accelerate digital expansion and contribute to Bangladesh’s economic growth.
Oman’s computing market is poised for steady growth, projected to generate US$180.8 million by 2025. With a focus on sustainability, reliability, and practical tech adoption, Oman presents unique opportunities for businesses to tap into a less saturated market. The country’s digital transformation offers long-term growth potential.
Saudi Arabia has installed 152 automated e-gates at major airports in Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, and Madinah. The e-gates integrate with digital systems for visas, biometrics, and airline operations, speeding up border-control procedures and contributing to the Kingdom’s digital transformation efforts in various sectors, especially in aviation.
Bahrain’s Parliament has approved a proposal to expand AI use across government ministries to improve efficiency and governance. The initiative aims to automate public services, enhance transparency, and optimize decision-making through data analysis. AI’s role in reducing administrative burdens and combating corruption is central to this transformation.
UNDP, GSMA, and e& have unveiled an AI-powered platform to generate real-time insights from non-conventional data, helping policymakers address critical issues like climate change and public health. This initiative supports sustainable development across the Arab States, ensuring that AI is deployed ethically and responsibly for impactful decision-making.
