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May 25, 2026

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Omantel Innovation Labs strengthens cybersecurity capabilities through startup bootcamp

Omantel Innovation Labs continues its efforts to support the cybersecurity ecosystem and technology entrepreneurship in the Sultanate through specialized initiatives and programs focused on empowering tech startups and innovators, while fostering digital innovation that supports Oman’s digital transformation goals...

Qatar launches first digital parenting series to strengthen online safety and digital awareness

The initiative is aimed at helping parents better understand digital environments and equip families with tools to navigate challenges linked to social media, online platforms, cybersecurity risks, and children’s digital engagement...

Member News

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stc Bahrain and Ithmaar Bank forge strategic partnership to streamline cloud financial management

stc Bahrain, a digital enabler, announced a strategic partnership with Ithmaar Bank, one of the region's leading Islamic retail banks, to provide comprehensive management of its Amazon Web Services (AWS) billing...

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Huawei releases the full-stack data infrastructure solution of AI data centers

At the Huawei Innovative Data Infrastructure (IDI) Forum 2026 held on May 21, Yuan Yuan, Vice President of Huawei and President of the Huawei Data Storage Product Line, delivered a keynote titled "Data Awakening, Infra...

Recent Developments

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AT&T launches eSIM by AT&T

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stc Group prepares for Hajj 1447 AH with advanced solutions and an integrated connectivity ecosystem

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Omantel wins platinum award in ESG category at Oman Sustainability Week Awards

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Kenya launches AI for Disability Project with Huawei and local partners to advance inclusive digital transformation

Policy and Regulation

•	Iraq’s Communications Commission pushes for faster nationwide 5G rollout Iraq’s Communications and Media Commission has pledged to accelerate the rollout of 5G services across the country, reflecting growing national efforts to modernize telecommunications infrastructure and strengthen...

•	MCMC intensifies digital literacy efforts for social media users The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) will continue intensifying digital literacy efforts to enhance social media users’ understanding of ethics and responsibilities when sharing content...

South Asia

•	Dialog Axiata launches Sri Lanka’s first 5G fixed wireless access solution Dialog Axiata has launched Sri Lanka’s first 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) solution, marking a significant step in the country’s next-generation connectivity expansion and broadband modernization efforts...

•	Nepal prioritizes 4G expansion, cybersecurity and digital infrastructure modernization Nepal is accelerating efforts to strengthen national digital infrastructure with major focus on expanding 4G connectivity, improving cybersecurity, upgrading data centers, and reducing the country’s digital divide...

3G, 4G and 5G Networks

•	4G network launched on a section of the Mary-Turkmenabad highway The launch of the 4G network coincided with the ceremonial opening of the final section of the highway, which was attended by Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov...

•	Vodafone deploys 5G CA in Germany Vodafone Group detailed work to increase 5G data rates at its German operation, stating peak uploads of 200Mb/s could be achieved by using carrier aggregation (CA)...

Content & Immersive Technologies

•	BBC World Service returns to Hungarian and Romanian with new digital services BBC World Service is returning to Hungarian and Romanian-language journalism with the launch of two new digital news offers aimed at audiences across Central and Eastern Europe...

•	Cinema enters a new age of immersive filmmaking China’s VR film industry is gaining momentum as immersive storytelling, stronger government support, and advancing technologies reshape cinema into an interactive experience that complements traditional filmmaking...

Global Telecom Update

•	Digicel Samoa adds two new towers boost mobile connectivity in Savai’i Digicel Samoa announced that it has expanded its nework on Savai’i with the launch of two new telecoms towers in Samalaeulu and Falelima, which it says will improve mobile and data connectivity for customers across the...

•	Rakuten Mobile CEO boasts automation, churn advances Rakuten Mobile says its ecosystem-driven strategy combining connectivity, fintech, e-commerce and AI-powered network automation is now delivering stronger customer loyalty, lower churn, and a path to sustainable telecom...

•	IBM intros advanced AI security capabilities to counter AI-driven cyber threats IBM has expanded its AI-powered security portfolio, combining new tools like IBM Concert with ongoing work from Project Glasswing to help organizations detect, prioritize, and remediate vulnerabilities faster in response to...

Middle East

•	Qatar launches first digital parenting series to strengthen online safety and digital awareness The initiative is aimed at helping parents better understand digital environments and equip families with tools to navigate challenges linked to social media, online platforms, cybersecurity risks, and children’s...

•	Iraq joins WorldLink transit cable project to strengthen regional connectivity Iraq is set to become part of the WorldLink transit cable project, reinforcing the country’s ambitions to strengthen digital infrastructure, expand international connectivity capacity, and position itself more...

•	Classera launches global initiative to integrate AI in partnership with Zain KSA Classera, the global EdTech leader, has announced the signing of a strategic partnership agreement with Zain KSA to launch one of the world’s largest initiatives aimed at integrating advanced technologies and...

•	DCO calls for multistakeholder action to protect civilian digital ecosystems during crises The organization launched a new report calling for coordinated multistakeholder action to strengthen the security and resilience of civilian digital ecosystems against rising digital crises...

North Africa

•	Morocco expands digital public services through online national ID procedures Morocco is expanding its digital public service ecosystem through the introduction of online national ID procedures, reinforcing the country’s broader push toward smart governance, digital administration, and...

Satellite & Internet

•	Starlink launches satellite internet service in Kyrgyzstan Starlink satellite internet is now available in Kyrgyzstan, as the service’s official website now lists the country within its coverage area...

•	Spectrum fiber broadband rollout expands across southeast Ohio Residents and businesses in southeastern Ohio are gaining access to high-speed internet as Spectrum expands its fiber broadband network across more than 20 rural counties...

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