SAMENA Daily - Industry News Briefing
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Industry News Briefing
January 15, 2025 |
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Featured Member News |
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4 MENA countries excel with advanced, mature fintech strategies |
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Arab Advisors Group released a new research report exploring the growing fintech market in the Arab World. The report expands on the current fintech landscape in the Arab region, covering the fintech regulatory frameworks, licensing, legality of cryptocurrency, fintech goals and initiatives, challenges and governmental vision for the sector in 19 Arab countries...
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Policy and Regulation |
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NBTC mobile spectrum auction set for Q2
The board of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) has unanimously approved a draft of the planned auction of six mobile spectrum bands...
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North Africa |
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Moroccan startups raise US$70 million in 2024
To boost its tech sector, Morocco is investing 240 million dirhams (US$25 million) in local startups to foster innovation and attract foreign investment as part of its "Digital Morocco 2030" strategy...
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3G, 4G and 5G Networks |
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Vodacom, Orange target rural 4G in DRC tower tie-up
Vodacom and Orange are partnering to form a joint venture in the Democratic Republic of Congo, aiming to build 1,000 new solar-powered base stations to expand rural network coverage and bring mobile connectivity to millions...
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U Mobile to deploy thousands of 5G sites nationwide
U Mobile is reportedly planning to deploy 5,000 to 7,000 5G sites across Malaysia, likely through infrastructure sharing with other operators, as the country transitions to a dual 5G network model...
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Middle East |
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SEALSQ Corp expands Presence in Saudi Arabia to support digital transformation and cybersecurity initiatives
SEALSQ Corp, in partnership with WISeKey and Juffali Group, is expanding its presence in Saudi Arabia to support the Kingdom's Vision 2030 goals by deploying secure satellite and blockchain technologies, fostering...
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UAE’s MBZ-Sat launches into orbit
The UAE has successfully launched its most advanced Earth observation satellite, MBZ-Sat, which will provide high-resolution imagery for various applications, including infrastructure management, environmental monitoring,...
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Media City Qatar explores AI's role in media evolution
Media City Qatar partnered with Al Jazeera Media Institute for a conference on AI in media, highlighting Qatar's leadership in media innovation and showcasing the transformative potential of AI in content creation...
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Orange Jordan and Dar Aldawa announce a strategic partnership for development and investment
Orange Jordan will provide Dar Aldawa, a pharmaceutical company, with advanced telecommunications solutions and services, including mobile lines and high-speed internet, to enhance communication and optimize operations...
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