Egypt’s Minister of Communications, Amr Talaat, met with World Bank Vice President Sangboo Kim to discuss expanding collaboration on digital transformation, infrastructure, and skills development. The partnership aims to enhance Egypt’s digital strategy, focusing on rural internet access, government services, and boosting youth employment through digital literacy.
stc Bahrain has partnered with Huawei to launch the fourth edition of their Technical Capacity Program, aimed at enhancing ICT skills in Bahrain. The program will cover key areas such as networking, cybersecurity, AI, and cloud computing, supporting Bahrain’s digital transformation and empowering local talent to drive innovation and economic growth.
Abu Dhabi hosted a workshop on sustainable investment in digital transformation, organized by the League of Arab States and the Arab Federation for Digital Economy. The event focused on digital investment, fostering private partnerships, and supporting digital development in the Arab region. The 16th meeting of the Arab Committee for Sustainable Development was also held alongside.
Digital Dubai has partnered with the Dubai Future Foundation to develop national competencies for shaping future technologies. This collaboration focuses on empowering graduates through the Digital Pioneers Programme, preparing them to become leaders in artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, while aligning with Dubai’s vision for digital transformation.
Appknox, a mobile app security platform, has expanded to Saudi Arabia, offering AI-driven solutions to enhance mobile app security. By integrating security into the development pipeline and using a binary-based scanning approach, Appknox helps businesses detect vulnerabilities early, reducing risks and ensuring faster, more secure app deployments in fast-growing digital economies.
Infobip has launched a locally hosted platform in Qatar, utilizing Microsoft Azure Cloud to support digital transformation. This platform offers AI-powered communication solutions across various channels, including WhatsApp and SMS, while ensuring compliance with Qatar’s data security regulations. Infobip aims to enhance business operations and contribute to economic growth.
Huawei concluded its 2024-2025 ICT Competition in Riyadh, marking the 10th anniversary of its ICT Academy in the region. The event celebrated outstanding performances in Network, Cloud, Computing, and Innovation tracks, with teams from Jordan, Lebanon, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Uzbekistan, and Pakistan taking top honors. The competition received broad regional support.
Huawei concluded the 2024-2025 Middle East and Central Asia ICT Competition in Riyadh, celebrating regional talent across Cloud, Network, Computing, and Innovation tracks. The event recognized exceptional student teams from Jordan, Lebanon, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Uzbekistan, and Pakistan, with winners advancing to the global finals in Shenzhen, China, in May 2025.
Phygrid has partnered with VoiceComm and Microsoft to introduce innovative retail solutions to the U.S. market, enhancing customer experiences and operational efficiency. The collaboration aims to boost revenue, streamline operations, and drive data-driven decision-making for over 52,000 retail locations. This marks a key step in advancing retail digitalization.
The 19th United Nations Internet Governance Forum is currently being held in Riyadh, focusing on building a digital future. Hosted by Saudi Arabia, the forum features over 10,000 participants and 1,000 speakers. Key themes include digital innovation, human rights, and fostering digital governance, aligned with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030.
