The SAMENA Leaders’ Summit 2024, held in Dubai, marked a pivotal moment for the global telecommunications sector. Focusing on “Integration, Intelligence & Sustainability,” the summit brought together industry leaders to discuss the future of digital infrastructure.
Fils, a UAE-based digital infrastructure provider, has teamed up with Arab Financial Services (AFS) to promote sustainable practices and climate action across the Middle East and North Africa. This partnership leverages Fils’ fintech technology and AFS’s digital payments expertise to integrate sustainability into business operations, financial transactions, and customer journeys.
Ooredoo Group chaired the third International Institute of Communications (IIC) MENA Chapter meeting in Bahrain, focusing on regulatory frameworks for AI, Cybersecurity, and IoT. Discussions highlighted the need for collaboration to address regulatory challenges and unlock the potential of emerging technologies, with a significant focus on a transformative IoT Whitepaper.
The Fibre Connect Council MENA (FCC MENA) and the FTTH Council Europe have signed a collaboration agreement to accelerate FTTH network deployment in the MENA region and beyond. This partnership focuses on sharing resources and expertise, driving innovation, and facilitating networking and knowledge exchange between their members.
Intigral, a media arm of stc Group, partners with Beyond ONE to provide stc tv services to Virgin Mobile KSA, marking a significant expansion in the MENA region. This alliance enhances digital entertainment offerings, allowing subscribers to enjoy a wide range of content and personalized viewing packages.
Zoho Corp and Telr have partnered to advance the digital economy in the MENA region, offering SMEs access to enterprise-grade technology. The collaboration includes special rates for Zoho’s 55+ applications and Telr’s payment integration, supporting regional e-commerce growth and digital transformation.
Sharjah-based digital ecosystem re.life announces its expansion across the MENA region, with new offices in Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Jordan, and Turkey. The company operates ‘re.life market’ for recyclable trading and ‘re.life collect’ for logistics services. This expansion follows significant growth in 2023, with a substantial increase in transactions and user engagement on both platforms.
