IT & Telecommunications

IT & Telecommunications

Ericsson, Saudi Railway Company collaborate on 5G-powered rail operations

Mon, 27 Oct 2025

Ericsson and Saudi Railway Company (SAR) have signed an agreement to collaborate on advancing rail operations through 5G technology. The collaboration includes testing 5G use cases, conducting real-world trials, and training industry teams.

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Mumtalakat, SandboxAQ in deal to build $1bn biotech hub in Bahrain

Mon, 27 Oct 2025

Bahrain Mumtalakat, the sovereign wealth fund of the kingdom, has entered into a strategic partnership with SandboxAQ, a global leader in AI and quantum techniques, in a move that will see the two create over $1 billion in value for the kingdom through new biotech assets in the country.

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Batelco enhances digital experience with eKey 2.0 integration

Mon, 27 Oct 2025

Batelco by Beyon has announced the integration of Bahrain’s national eKey 2.0 system into the Batelco App, enabling citizens and residents to subscribe to new mobile lines through a faster, more convenient, and highly secure checkout experience.

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Innovation, AI reshaping the GCC’s economic future, says study

Mon, 27 Oct 2025

Amid a rapidly shifting global landscape defined by geopolitical uncertainty, climate change and tech disruption, Generative AI and innovation-led 'Engine 2' business models are emerging as major drivers of resilience across the region, says a new study.

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Tech Mahindra unveils refreshed brand identity to mark 39th anniversary

Mon, 27 Oct 2025

Tech Mahindra, a leading global provider of technology consulting and digital solutions to enterprises across industries, marked its 39th anniversary with the unveiling of a refreshed brand identity - a bold yet thoughtful evolution designed to sharpen the company’s competitive edge, project its forward momentum, and reinforce its leadership position in the era of AI-led transformation.

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Almoayyed Computers celebrates dual award wins at GITEX 2025

Sun, 26 Oct 2025

The Bahrain Technology Companies Society (BTECH), the organisers of the International Business Hub at GITEX Global 2025, celebrated Almoayyed Computers Middle East (ACME), a leading IT solutions provider in Bahrain and the region, for being recognised with two prestigious awards during the exhibition.

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BNET signs long-term framework agreement with Nokia

Sun, 26 Oct 2025

Bahrain Network (BNET), the national company responsible for providing fiber-based broadband network in Bahrain, has signed a long-term framework agreement with Nokia.

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GBI selects Nokia to build new network for faster Mideast connectivity

Sat, 25 Oct 2025

Gulf Bridge International (GBI) said it has selected Nokia’s optical networking solution to build a new high-capacity terrestrial network, also designed for subsea backhauling, enhancing connectivity between Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.

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Airbus, Leonardo, Thales to create major European space player

Fri, 24 Oct 2025

Airbus, Leonardo and Thales have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at combining their respective space activities into a new company.

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Zoho, UAE Food Cluster joins forces for digitisation of food sector SMEs

Thu, 23 Oct 2025

Zoho, a global technology company, and the UAE Food Cluster have announced a strategic partnership to support the digital transformation of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the food manufacturing and trading ecosystem in the country.