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April 15, 2026

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Omantel Innovation Labs launches Cohort 7: Shaping the future of entrepreneurship and innovation in Oman

Omantel Innovation Labs announces the eight visionary startups selected for Cohort 7 of its accelerator program, marking a continued effort to support entrepreneurship and strengthen the Sultanate of Oman’s position as a growing hub for digital innovation...

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Cisco report: Strategic wireless investments strengthen business performance for organizations in Saudi Arabia

Cisco released its inaugural State of Wireless Report, revealing that wireless has evolved into a strategic growth engine in Saudi Arabia, where a single network investment drives compounding returns across customer...

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Nokia and Orange advance AI‑RAN innovation with NVIDIA

Nokia and Orange announced a new collaboration focused on developing and evaluating artificial intelligence radio access network (AI-RAN) technologies powered by Nokia’s anyRAN 5G software and NVIDIA AI...

Policy and Regulation

•	Kuwait’s MoC launches four new Sahel services to manage phone lines digitally Kuwait’s Ministry of Communications (MoC) has introduced four new digital services on the Sahel government platform, enabling users to manage their phone lines more efficiently...

•	Gabon announces tough restrictions on social media use Gabon has introduced a sweeping new social media ordinance which eliminates online anonymity and imposes strict identity requirements, among other measures. It comes in the context of a recent wave of social media...

South Asia

•	VEON, Jazz secure CCP approval for acquisition of TPL Insurance VEON and its Pakistan-based operator Jazz have received approval from the Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) to acquire TPL Insurance, marking a strategic expansion into the country’s digital financial services...

•	Zum Rides launches smart cycle ride-sharing service in Nepal Zum Rides has introduced a smart cycle ride-sharing service in Nepal, expanding the country’s mobility ecosystem with a tech-enabled, sustainable transportation option...

North Africa

•	Nexus AI Factory initiative launches in Morocco Nexus has launched its AI Factory initiative in Morocco, reinforcing the country’s growing position as a hub for advanced digital infrastructure and artificial intelligence development...

3G, 4G and 5G Networks

•	Vodafone 5G standalone network slicing enhances fan engagement at stadium By utilizing 5G Standalone (5G SA) network slicing at Principality Stadium, Vodafone provided a dedicated, high-performance "slice" of connectivity that enabled fans to stream live video from their smartphones directly to...

Content & Immersive Technologies

•	Bahrain’s iGA delivers over 900 services through digital channels Bahrain’s Information & eGovernment Authority (iGA) continues to expand its digital service footprint, now offering more than 900 services through its online platforms as part of the Kingdom’s ongoing digital...

•	Synamedia targets Gen Z with launch of GO Shorts Synamedia has launched GO Shorts, a new AI-powered module for its Synamedia Go OTT platform designed to help operators reach mobile-first younger viewers without overhauling their existing services...

Middle East

•	Saudi Arabia ranks first globally in ITU digital readiness rankings Saudi Arabia has secured the top global position in the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Digital Readiness Index 2025, achieving a score of 94 points amid rapid progress in its digital transformation agenda...

•	Orange Jordan sponsors Jordan Strategy Forum’s panel discussion Orange Jordan affirmed that this sponsorship reflects its role as a trusted digital partner in the Kingdom and its commitment to empowering individuals, organizations, and communities in their everyday digital life...

•	Adyen and Careem Pay partner to power digital remittances in the UAE Adyen has partnered with Careem Pay to enhance digital remittance capabilities in the UAE, as demand for fast and seamless cross-border payments continues to grow...

Satellite & Internet

•	Amazon buys Globalstar to get earlier start on D2D satellite Amazon announced that it will officially acquire LEO satellite operator Globalstar in a deal valued at up to US$11.5 billion as part of its strategy to enter the direct-to-device (D2D) satellite sector...

Global Telecom Update

•	Thüga partners with Deutsche Telekom to deliver centralized sovereign AI for utilities Thüga AG and Deutsche Telekom are advancing sovereign enterprise AI for public utilities through a new framework agreement that enables secure, centralized GPT-based solutions within European data protection standards...

•	KnowBe4 secures the human and AI workforce with Agent Risk Manager KnowBe4, the world-renowned platform that comprehensively addresses human and agentic AI risk management, announced the launch of Agent Risk Manager, the industry’s first defense system designed to secure, monitor, and...

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