IT & Telecommunications

IT & Telecommunications

Batelco to deploy Bahrain's first private 5G network at Alba

Wed, 16 Apr 2025

Batelco, a part of Bahrain's leading digital solutions provider Beyon Group, has partnered with Nokia, one of the global leaders in network technologies, to deploy the kingdom's first private 5G network for industrial use at Aluminum Bahrain (Alba).

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AWS, Manara join hands to develop cloud talent across MENA

Wed, 16 Apr 2025

Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced its collaboration with Manara, the social impact technology talent startup, for launching an ambitious initiative aimed at training 2,500 software engineers across the region on cloud skills.

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e& approves 83 fils dividend per share for FY 2024

Tue, 15 Apr 2025

UAE telecom major e& has approved the board’s recommendation of cash dividends of 83 fils (AED0.83) per share for the fiscal year 2024 - further reinforcing its progressive dividend policy and shareholder value creation.

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ZainTECH secures Saudi commercial licence

Tue, 15 Apr 2025

ZainTECH, the integrated digital solutions provider of Zain Group, has achieved a major milestone in its regional expansion strategy by securing a commercial licence in Saudi Arabia, thus paving the way for it to set up regional offices in KSA.

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AMD achieves first TSMC N2 product milestone

Tue, 15 Apr 2025

AMD on Monday announced its next-generation AMD EPYC processor, codenamed “Venice,” is the first HPC product in the industry to be taped out and brought up on the TSMC advanced 2nm (N2) process technology.

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Cyber resilience: challenges and opportunities

Tue, 15 Apr 2025

Technological advancements, international collaboration, and workforce transformation are key to ensuring global cyber resilience and a secure cyberspace, according to the latest insights report published by the Global Cybersecurity Forum (GCF).

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KACST to set up Quantum Valley with major firms

Tue, 15 Apr 2025

King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST) is working with Aramco and Saudi Data & AI Authority (SDAIA) on establishing a Quantum Valley by leveraging partnerships with major quantum companies such as IBM and Pasqal.

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Global semiconductor industry revenue up 21pc in 2024

Tue, 15 Apr 2025

The total revenue from semiconductor industry globally surged to $660 billion in 2024, up 21% over the year before, mainly due to the large demand for AI infrastructure buildout, said a report. NVIDIA topped the global list, overtaking Samsung and Intel.

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Trend Micro launches North Gulf hub in Qatar

Sun, 13 Apr 2025

Trend Micro, a global leader in cybersecurity solutions, has officially inaugurated its new office in Qatar, establishing it as the strategic hub for its North Gulf operations.

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Dubai AI week to draw 10,000 experts, participants

Sun, 13 Apr 2025

More than 10,000 AI experts and participants are expected to attend the week-long Dubai AI Week, which will host over 180 local and international speakers, more than 150 sessions and workshops as well as over 140 activations.