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Zain Kuwait has achieved a regional first by reaching 31 Gbps in a real-world 5G-Advanced test. Using advanced spectrum and carrier aggregation, the milestone demonstrates readiness for ultra-high capacity, low latency, and next-generation digital services, positioning Kuwait at the forefront of future connectivity.
Zain Kuwait and Box Hill College Kuwait sign MoU
KUWAIT – Zain Kuwait and Box Hill College Kuwait (BHCK) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a strategic partnership focused on youth empowerment, education, innovation, social responsibility, and employment. The agreement supports national talent development and reinforces education’s role in building a digital knowledge economy.
The MoU was signed at Zain Innovation Campus (ZINC) at the company’s Shuwaikh headquarters, in the presence of Zain’s Chief Corporate Affairs and Relations Officer Waleed Al-Khashti and Box Hill College Kuwait President Dr. Ali Arifa, alongside officials from both sides.
The partnership reflects a shared commitment to strengthening collaboration between the private sector and academic institutions, aligning educational outcomes with market needs—particularly in technology and innovation—and empowering the next generation of leaders for a digital future.
Waleed Al-Khashti said the cooperation connects knowledge with application and equips students with the digital and professional skills Kuwait’s economy requires through training programs, real-world experiences, and impactful partnerships. He emphasized that integrating the roles of the private sector and academia is central to building a digital knowledge economy and shaping a more prosperous future.
Dr. Ali Arifa described the agreement as a pivotal milestone for the College, expanding opportunities that link higher education with practical market needs in Kuwait. He noted that partnering with a leading national telecom and technology company opens new avenues for students and researchers to benefit from advanced expertise, quality training, and joint initiatives, including shared events, conferences, and workshops.
The collaboration aligns with Zain’s approach to deepening academic partnerships, creating practical pathways for students and graduates through training, joint projects, and national talent programs. Box Hill College Kuwait continues to enhance its academic and practical outputs through strategic partnerships that prepare graduates to compete effectively in the market.
Pharmacists in Kuwait are more likely to adopt mHealth apps when tools align with workflow, feel easy to use, and clearly improve performance. The study shows that acceptance depends on interlinked factors—usability, professional identity, workload, and perceived value—guiding policymakers on how to design and deploy effective digital health systems.
Kuwait’s Ministry of Oil has launched six digital transformation projects under the Masar initiative to modernise operations, strengthen governance, and integrate data across the sector. The programme introduces unified digital systems for performance management, finance, training, legal affairs, and technical oversight, positioning the oil industry for future readiness.
Ooredoo Kuwait positioned 2025 as a strategic shift from telecom provider to national digital transformation partner aligned with Kuwait Vision 2035. The company highlighted Platform 51 content partnerships, major public-private collaborations, 5G-Advanced and AI infrastructure initiatives, enterprise solutions, and multiple regional and global awards.
Kuwait will host the Digital Cooperation Organization’s fifth General Assembly on February 4–5, 2026, bringing together global digital economy leaders to review progress, set priorities, and advance cooperation on AI, digital infrastructure, and inclusive growth under the DCO’s 2025–2028 agenda.
Ooredoo Kuwait showcased its digital leadership at Nexus 2025, signing strategic partnerships and launching Ooredoo Fleet, an AI-powered fleet management solution. The initiative highlights the company’s focus on innovation, SME empowerment, and smart technologies that support Kuwait’s digital transformation and Vision 2035 ambitions.
Kuwait has introduced a new mobile number portability framework allowing users to switch operators while keeping their numbers. The regulation promotes competition, strengthens consumer rights, and modernizes telecom operations under CITRA oversight.
Kuwait has introduced a new mobile number portability framework allowing users to switch operators within 12 hours while retaining their numbers. The rules aim to strengthen competition, protect consumer rights, and modernize telecom regulation.
Kuwait has launched new digital immigration services allowing foreign workers to issue, renew, and transfer residency permits online. The reforms introduce long-term residency options, standardised visa fees, and mandatory health insurance, aiming to improve efficiency, transparency, and long-term stability for expatriates and investors.