Meeza agrees backup services with European and Asian partners
QATAR 14:25

Meeza agrees backup services with European and Asian partners

Qatari IT services provider Meeza said it has secured multiple strategic partnerships with leading international telecom and data centre operators across Europe and Asia to provide disaster recovery and business continuity services. The expansion ensures uninterrupted operations, heightened data resilience, and seamless international reach for its Qatari enterprise clients. These agreements significantly enhance Meeza's capacity to deliver mission-critical services. 

STC Group rebrands Giza Systems as Pulse by Solutions
MIDDLE EAST 14:19

STC Group rebrands Giza Systems as Pulse by Solutions

STC Group launched the new brand Pulse by Solutions, as the evolution of Giza Systems, its systems integrator founded in 1974. This transformation aligns the company with the broader STC Group, unifying capabilities under a single structure. Operating as a subsidiary of Solutions by STC, the group's digital arm, Pulse by Solutions will drive advanced systems integration and support the Group's mission to deliver comprehensive, end-to-end digital transformation.

E& Money introduces payroll services for UAE businesses and employees
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 14:00

E& Money introduces payroll services for UAE businesses and employees

E& Money, part of UAE operator E&'s fintech portfolio, introduced a new salary solution designed to simplify payroll for businesses. The platform integrates WPS compliance, automated salary processing, and Universal Accounts with IBAN access.  To further support companies, E& money is waiving all salary processing fees. Employers also benefit from a secure dashboard, payroll funding through IBAN, and real-time tracking with instant status updates, allowing HR teams to operate more efficiently. 

Ooredoo Qatar launches strategic AI transformation programme with Microsoft
QATAR 12:43

Ooredoo Qatar launches strategic AI transformation programme with Microsoft

Ooredoo Qatar has announced the launch of its strategic digital and AI transformation programme, designed to accelerate Ooredoo's evolution into an AI-powered company, supported by Microsoft. Building on previous projects and collaborations, the programme is centred on sovereign and hybrid cloud capabilities, AI enablement, and the development of a scalable digital foundation to support advanced digital solutions, enhance customer experiences, empower businesses, and contribute to building a resilient digit

Sateliot, Turkcell demo 5G NTN IoT connectivity via satellite in Barcelona and Istanbul
TURKEY 12:38

Sateliot, Turkcell demo 5G NTN IoT connectivity via satellite in Barcelona and Istanbul

Sateliot and Turkcell have completed a field demonstration of 5G NTN IoT connectivity via satellite both in Barcelona and Istanbul. The demonstration was carried out to validate standard-based 5G NB-IoT NTN connectivity over Sateliot's LEO satellite constellation and demonstrate its integration as an extension of Turkcell's terrestrial cellular network.

Egypt minister meets Huawei execs to discuss enhancing cooperation in ICT
EGYPT 11:58

Egypt minister meets Huawei execs to discuss enhancing cooperation in ICT

Egypt's ICT minister Raafat Hendy has held discussions with executive director and CEO of the ICT Business Group at Huawei Yang Chaobi to discuss expanding bilateral cooperation in telecommunications and advanced technologies. The meeting, also attended by Huawei Egypt CEO Benjamin Hou, focused on several areas, including digital capacity building and cloud computing. Chaobin highlighted Huawei's commitment to bringing the latest technologies to the Egyptian market, expressing his aspiration to further stre

Turkcell's Q1 profit jumps nearly 15% amid monetary gains
TURKEY 06:23

Turkcell's Q1 profit jumps nearly 15% amid monetary gains

Turkcell posted group revenue of TRY 68.37 billion for the first quarter of 2026, which represents an increase of 8.9 percent year-on-year. This growth was mainly boosted by increasing sales at the Turkcell Turkiye unit, mainly attributable to corporate revenues.

Space42 and Sindan partner to explore autonomous systems and satellite connectivity integration
MIDDLE EAST 12 MEI

Space42 and Sindan partner to explore autonomous systems and satellite connectivity integration

Space42 has signed a MoU with Sindan, a specialist in advanced additive manufacturing, to explore integrating satellite connectivity solutions into autonomous systems. The partnership will explore synergies between Space42's satellite communications and aerospace systems, leveraging Sindan's advanced manufacturing and flight-testing infrastructure.

TOD rebrands as TOD by BeIN ahead of World Cup
MIDDLE EAST 12 MEI

TOD rebrands as TOD by BeIN ahead of World Cup

BeIN Media Group has rebranded its streaming platform to TOD by BeIN. The announcement comes as TOD by BeIN prepares to serve as the official streaming platform for the Fifa World Cup 2026 across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).

ZainTech joins Samena Council
MIDDLE EAST 12 MEI

ZainTech joins Samena Council

The Samena Telecommunications Council announced that ZainTech, Zain Group's digital solutions arm, has joined its membership. This move strengthens ZainTech's engagement with regional operators and regulators while supporting its mission to help organizations become digital, intelligent, and resilient through AI integration and secure, scalable performance. ZainTech provides cloud, cybersecurity, data, AI, and digital infrastructure services across various markets. 

Kalaam Telecom launches Klik customer service app in Saudi Arabia
SAUDI ARABIA 12 MEI

Kalaam Telecom launches Klik customer service app in Saudi Arabia

Kalaam Telecom announced the launch of Klik, a B2B self-service digital platform designed to digitize and enhance the customer experience for enterprise businesses. By digitizing every touchpoint, the platform offers enterprise clients a more transparent, personalized, and streamlined service journey. The platform automates service onboarding and provisioning, reduces manual intervention, and delivers rich analytics on service performance and SLAs, empowering customers with greater visibility, accountabilit

Asiacell and 1001 partner on streaming video offer
IRAQ 12 MEI

Asiacell and 1001 partner on streaming video offer

Iraqi operator Asiacell announced a partnership with 1001, a streaming platform in Iraq, to integrate premium entertainment directly into Asiacell's service offerings through several key features. The new content is expected to improve significantly Asiacell's premium offering, turning the mobile subscription into a full-scale sports and cinema pass. 

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 12 MEI

E& and Qualcomm work on AI-powered autonomous systems in UAE

E& and Qualcomm Technologies are working on advancing AI-powered autonomous systems across robotics and next-generation aerial technologies in the United Arab Emirates. The partnership focuses on developing an autonomous management platform for physical AI. This initiative combines E&'s network connectivity with Qualcomm's expertise in edge AI and autonomous systems.

BAHRAIN 12 MEI

STC Bahrain delivers private cloud platform for MENA Industrial Bank

STC Bahrain announced a strategic partnership with the newly established MENA Industrial Bank to build the bank's core digital infrastructure on STC Bahrain's dedicated private cloud. The engagement covers design, implementation, testing, enablement, and ongoing support.

QATAR 12 MEI

Vodafone Qatar signs MoU with Al Jazeera Media Institute

Vodafone Qatar announced the signing of a MoU with the Al Jazeera Media Institute to deliver specialised training programmes covering media and administrative courses and diplomas. The agreement includes organising seminars, conferences, and specialised workshops in areas of shared interest, as well as developing customised training programmes tailored to Vodafone Qatar's requirements, supporting professional development and strengthening media and communication skills.

JORDAN 12 MEI

Orange Jordan offers two-week unlimited internet for Hajj

Orange Jordan has launched an exclusive roaming offer for the Hajj season in Saudi Arabia, available from 07 May to 30 May. Jordanian pilgrims can access unlimited internet using 5G technology through the Mobily and STC networks to stay connected with their families. The company has extended its weekly unlimited internet package's validity to two weeks, now including 250 call minutes for the same JOD 15 price. Orange also offers a daily unlimited internet plan with 10 call minutes for JOD 3, and a weekly 3G

OMAN 12 MEI

Ooredoo Oman launches Hajj Passport offer with unlimited data for OMR 8

Ooredoo Oman said it has reintroduced its Hajj Passport bundles for the current season, offering travelers a budget-friendly way to stay connected. Its OMR 8 bundle includes unlimited data and extra call minutes valid for fourteen days to ensure pilgrims need not worry about roaming costs. Customers can make and receive calls within Saudi Arabia and back home without concern about expenditure.

TURKEY 12 MEI

Vodafone Turkiye posts 45% organic FY service revenue growth

Vodafone Turkiye posted total revenue of EUR 3.4 billion for its fiscal year to March 2026, which represents an increase of 11.2 percent year-on-year, with service revenue growth partially offset by depreciation of the local currency versus the euro. Service revenue jumped 45.2 percent on an organic basis.

MIDDLE EAST 12 MEI

Zain Group revenue growth slows to 6% in Q1

Zain Group said its revenue grew by 6 percent year-on-year to KWD 569 million in the first quarter. EBITDA also rose 6 percent, to KWD 182 million, reflecting an EBITDA margin of 32 percent. Net income soared 51 percent to KWD 80 million, a 15-year high. The group which operates in eight markets across Africa and the Middle East served 51.2 million active customers, up slightly from 50.9 million reported at the end of 2025.

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 11 MEI

Du to support Abu Dhabi Investment Office projects

UAE operator Du and the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) announced a strategic partnership during the Make it in the Emirates (MIITE) 2026 event to accelerate innovation and digital transformation in the UAE. As part of this collaboration, Du will deliver advisory and consultancy services through Du Tech for potential investment projects. The offering is designed to support manufacturers and enterprises in translating their digital ambitions into scalable outcomes. During its participation at MIITE, Du Te

KUWAIT 11 MEI

Ooredoo Kuwait starts community running club

Ooredoo Kuwait has launched Tempo Run Club, an initiative designed to promote health, wellbeing, and social connectivity through structured weekly running experiences across Kuwait. Beyond fitness, Tempo Run Club is a community movement that unites people of all ages and backgrounds in an inclusive, motivating environment, the company said. Launched in collaboration with Cole Haan and Prolife, the sessions take place in vibrant outdoor locations, including Green Island and Al Sadaqa W Al Salam Garden.

MIDDLE EAST 11 MEI

Space42 ties up with Skylo for D2D connectivity

Space42 has announced a partnership with Skylo Technologies to provide standards-based direct-to-device (D2D) connectivity via Space42's Thuraya-4 geostationary satellite. The companies have already demonstrated this a real-time, bi-directional voice call over Thuraya-4, using unmodified SIMs and requiring zero changes to existing operator core infrastructure. Through integration of Skylo's 3GPP-compliant NTN platform with Thuraya-4, the service is ready for commercial deployment, starting on Thuraya-4's co

SAUDI ARABIA 11 MEI

Saudi CST publishes 2025 digital regulatory academy report

The Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST) has published the 2025 annual report for the digital regulatory academy (DRA), setting out the academy's objectives, explaining its educational tracks and presenting its notable achievements and training programmes. It showcases the pioneering Saudi role in building digital regulatory capacity at the international level, which has been commended by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). Since its establishment in 2021, the academy has provi

MIDDLE EAST 11 MEI

MBC Group revenue falls 20% in Q1 as geopolitical situation affects advertising

MBC Group has reported that revenues decreased to SAR 1.6 billion in the first three months of 2026 from SAR 2.0 billion in 1Q 2025, down 20 percent, primarily reflecting the timing of project-based revenues and a more cautious advertising environment amid ongoing regional geopolitical developments. Net profit declined by 15.6 percent year on year to SAR 222.3 million while the net profit margin expanded to 14.1 percent, supported by disciplined cost management and more than a threefold increase in MBC Shah

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