The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) in Oman has launched a project to measure and ensure the quality of fixed broadband services. Subscribers will receive a free device to evaluate their Internet service, enhancing transparency, consumer satisfaction, and competition based on service quality.
Ooredoo, Qatar Airways, and Nutanix partner to create a hybrid multi-cloud environment, enhancing the airline’s customer experience and business performance. This collaboration leverages Nutanix’s cloud platform, ensuring scalability and efficiency, and highlights Ooredoo’s role in driving digital innovation.
Saudi Arabia’s Almarai Prize for Scientific Innovation promotes global food security by supporting research and innovation in arid regions. Launched by KACST and Almarai, the prize addresses water shortages and enhances sustainable food security.
The Make it in the Emirates Forum will introduce new initiatives and financial solutions worth billions of dirhams to boost industrial investments. Held on May 27-28, it features awards, exhibitions, and discussions with industry leaders to promote the UAE’s industrial growth and innovation.
Robi Axiata and Banglalink have signed an MoU to explore network sharing, aiming to improve 4G access across Bangladesh. This collaboration seeks to enhance cost efficiency, service quality, and environmental sustainability, with support from regulatory bodies and the government’s ‘Smart Bangladesh’ vision.
Presight, the leading big data analytics firm in the region, and Intel, a global tech leader, have partnered to advance AI innovation in the Middle East. Their collaboration will focus on developing AI solutions, enhancing data security, and driving advancements in AI applications, particularly for Smart Cities, through shared knowledge and innovative R&D initiatives.
Core42, a G42 company, has launched the JAIS Chat mobile app for iOS, offering bilingual English and Arabic AI-driven communication. Built on the powerful JAIS 30B model, JAIS Chat excels in both languages and is designed to enhance government communications, customer service automation, and workforce enablement across various sectors.
Abu Dhabi Investment Authority Lab (ADIA Lab) and Minsait have signed an MoU to collaborate on research focused on the sustainable and ethical use of AI. The partnership will explore key areas like green AI, smart cities, healthcare, digital finance, and quantum computing, producing scientific publications to advocate for responsible AI advancements.
Zain Group and Omantel have announced a new initiative to standardize glasses-free 3D technologies, leveraging 5G and AI. Unveiled at the Samena Telecommunications Council Leaders’ Summit 2024, this initiative aims to enhance user experiences and create new business opportunities across various sectors in the Middle East.
Orange Jordan is offering 13 free training courses on Coursera for young people in Jordan, focusing on AI, cybersecurity, digital marketing, and entrepreneurship, as part of a wider initiative to promote digital learning and community empowerment.
