London, United Kingdom - One of Britain's biggest mobile network operators said on Sunday it will warn parents they should not give smartphones to children under the age of 11. The new guidance comes after growing concern from parents about the potential pitfalls of smartphone access for young people. A recent...

WASHINGTON, US - NASA has lost contact with its tiny helicopter Ingenuity during the hard-working craft's 72nd flight, the space agency said. The agency's engineers are attempting to re-establish communications, which ended abruptly on Thursday as the craft was making its descent from a test flight, NASA said late on Friday....

According to the Kuwait Central Statistical Bureau, the upward trend was mainly attributed to rising prices across all major groups impacting key indices, especially food, education, and clothing. The food and beverages sector experienced the most notable increase, with its index surging by 5.81% in November compared to the same...

It will benefit from revenue synergies, economies of scale.

In landmark developments, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan have taken significant strides to enhance their bilateral relations, especially in the economic and technological arenas.

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – The Kingdom’s Governor of the Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST) Dr. Mohammed Saud Al-Tamimi participated in the Broadband Commission for Sustainable Development annual meeting in New York. The meeting was held on the sidelines of the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly. The...

From the establishment of the Saudi Space Authority to Serco Middle East's new space division in Riyadh, the Kingdom is making significant strides in the space sector.

PARIS, FRANCE -  More than 6,500 people have been arrested following the 2020 dismantling of EncroChat, an encrypted communications tool used by organized crime, Europol said on Tuesday. Close to 200 of the arrests were of "high-value targets", said the organization that assists EU members in international investigations, adding that nearly...

Women's achievements at all levels during the past 50 years are widely regarded as an essential foundation for shaping the future of the UAE and must be preserved, says Alia Al Serkal, Head of People Learning & Growth at du.

Amman, Jordan-- Jordan and the Arab League have discussed ways to deepen coordination on communications. Minister of Government Communication Faisal Shboul and Head of the Media and the Communication Sector of the Arab League, Ahmed Khattabi, Saturday held talks in Amman on enhancing coordination on communications. During the meeting, Shboul...

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - Saudi Arabia's Communications, Space & Technology Commission (CST) has announced the formation of a Space Entrepreneurship Alliance to achieve growth and sustainability in the sector and develop a solid foundation to support entrepreneurs in the Kingdom's space industry. The alliance was announced during the Commission's participation...

Some companies are already discussing investment opportunities with Cameroon, including DP World that aims to manage some ports in Cameroon including Douala Port, adds Al Zeyoudi, who is leading an Emirati delegation of business, investment and development leaders to the country.

ABU DHABI, UAE - UAE Minister of Economy Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri visited the Havana International Fair 2022 in the Republic of Cuba, at the invitation of the Cuban government. The visit was aimed at exploring opportunities for cooperation and establishing new economic partnerships between the UAE and Caribbean...

Jordan's cabinet reshuffle is a mandate for the government to work within the Kingdom's three modernization tracks, launched at the beginning of the country's bicentennial, Minister of Government Communications Faisal Shboul said.

The agreements -- covering space, investment, energy, communications and health -- aim to strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries.

Qatar participated in the forum as a golden strategic partner, where it reviewed its strategy in the field of digital transformation.

Saudi Arabia pushed Yemen's president to step down earlier this month, and officials have confined him to his home and restricted his communications, the Wall Street Journal reported Sunday. Abedrabbo Mansour Hadi announced his resignation on April 7, handing his powers to a new leadership council.

The International Data Corp. has predicted Saudi spending on information and communications technology to touch $33 billion in 2022, a growth of 2.3 percent.

Several other activities recorded an increase, namely transport and warehousing by 19.4 percent, wholesale and retail trade by 15.5 percent, real estate, professional, technical and administrative by 9.5 percent.

Yahsat Government Solutions (YGS) and Al Seer Marine PJSC will test line-fitting unmanned vessels with advanced Comms-on-the-Move (COTM) satellite communications solutions.

Jordan's minister praised the Ministry of Communications for its achievements in the communications and information technology sector.

The company will provide enhanced managed services to the UAE government.

The Communications and Information Technology Commission (CITC), Saudi Arabia’s digital regulator, has announced the launch of WiFi-6e as part of a raft of measures aimed at boosting connectivity in the Kingdom. The announcement was made on the sidelines of the global technology conference LEAP22, which is taking place in Riyadh...

Egypt’s Ministry of Transport will sign a contract with Siemens to implement the second high-speed train line in the country. Media reports said the new line will extend from October 6 city to Aswan, with a length of 925 kilometers (575 miles approx.) The ministry has finalized negotiations with the...

The Advanced Electronics Company (AEC), a Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI) company, will participate in LEAP technology conference, a global gathering for technology future and emerging experts. Saudi media reports said that AEC will display a complete range of solutions, systems, and products, including its flagship Data Diode, a next-generation...

The year 2022 would “offer a more comprehensive acceptance of remote working policies, as more companies are allowing employees anywhere,” Sam Tayan, head of MENA at Zoom, told TRENDS in an interview. Zoom is eyeing a big piece of the video-communication pie in these countries.

MoroccoTech aims to position the country as a digital destination of choice internationally.

The Kingdom and Singapore seek to activate the partnership by signing a memorandum of understanding for digital cooperation.

Financial Sanctions of 3.5m Qatari Riyals imposed on company for refusing access to its facilities, violating CRA rules Ooredoo's violations prevents customers from being informed about offers existing in the market Qatar's leading telecommunications company Ooredoo has penalized with financial sanctions of 3.5 million Qatari riyals ($961,000) for refusing to...

Buchanan has run Ogilvy's PR business in the UK since early 2019 He has worked with leading international brands including HSBC, Bacardi, Unilever and Coca-Cola Ogilvy PR has appointed Matt Buchanan as its new Global Head of Consumer PR.  Buchanan will report to Ogilvy PR’s Global CEO Julianna Richter and...