Vodafone’s Johannes Hammer praised the stability and positive developments in Iraq during his visit to Baghdad. He highlighted significant improvements in the country, particularly in the context of joint funding agreements with the UK and recent government initiatives, marking a stark contrast to his initial expectations.
The 24th Sheikh Salem Al-Ali Al-Sabah Informatics Award has announced its winners for 2024, recognizing digital excellence from Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and Tunisia. The winners include SACGC and Bleems Company from Kuwait, the Saudi Ministry of Municipalities and Housing, and Dr. Farouk bin Nouri Kamoun from Tunisia.
The Content Player Awards (CPA) will launch in April 2025 to celebrate and advance digital content in the Middle East. The event, a collaboration between Tayarah, Ievents, and DigiSay Group, will feature interactive workshops and culminate in an awards ceremony honoring top content creators, brands, and influencers.
ZetaChain has partnered with stc Bahrain to advance blockchain adoption in the Middle East. As a key validator in the ZetaChain ecosystem, stc Bahrain aims to enhance cross-chain integration and support the growth of decentralized Web3 applications. The collaboration highlights the region’s commitment to driving blockchain innovation.
Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad bin Nasser al-Thani has been appointed as Ooredoo’s Group Regional CEO for the Middle East, effective December 16, 2024. The move is part of a broader restructuring, introducing two regional CEO positions. Sheikh Nasser brings over 20 years of experience within Ooredoo to his new role.
e& Enterprise has partnered with Cloudera to accelerate digital transformation in the Middle East. The collaboration focuses on AI-powered solutions, generative AI, and data management to enhance efficiency in key sectors like telecom, healthcare, and finance. Together, they aim to foster innovation and drive business growth across the region.
Key Takeaways: Kuwait City, Kuwait – KEMS-Zajil Telecom and MBCOM Technologies have formed a strategic partnership to enhance digital infrastructure and…
PwC Middle East has partnered with OpenAI, becoming the region’s first reseller of its services. This collaboration enhances PwC’s AI capabilities, enabling organizations to scale their AI infrastructure effectively. The partnership supports local businesses in harnessing advanced AI innovations for impactful outcomes and value creation.
By 2029, 5G subscriptions in the region are projected to reach 519 million, contributing to 48% of total data traffic.
As AI continues to drive innovation, companies like Wahyd Group are leading the digital transformation, particularly in the logistics sector, where they are incorporating AI to streamline operations and optimize efficiencies.
