Oman’s experiment with new models in partnership with the private sector and its eagerness in adopting new technology could pave the way for large-scale renewable projects, Markus-Erich Strohmeier, chief executive officer of Siemens Oman.
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Oman thwarted over 800M cyber-attacks: ITA
Oman has reportedly warded off over 880 million cyber-attacks on government networks in 2017, three times more than 2016 when the country recorded 279 million such attacks.1 3662
Omantel inks $1.35bn deal to acquire 12% stake in Kuwait’s Zain
The agreement between Omantel and Zain will create the third largest combined telecoms group in the MENA region, with 52 million customers.
Oman’s Wadi Accelerator Programme to enhance tech startup support
Oman Technology Fund (OTF) has launched the Wadi Accelerator Programme – an innovative three-month startup programme that brings together regional talent and global expertise.
Ooredoo expands ‘Superfast Fibre’ coverage in Muscat
The service is now accessible by an additional 1,445 areas in Ruwi, Darsait, Ma’abela, Al Hail, Mawaleh, Al Khoudh and many other areas.
Ring signs new partnership with ABM for MENA
Smart home security solutions provider Ring has announced that it has signed a value-added distribution (VAD) agreement with Arab Business …
Oman government entities embrace e-participation channels
The survey, directed to 40 government entities, was conducted to identify a clear indicator for the implementation of e-Participation at the Sultanate.
Omantel spearheads MECA digital transformation
Omantel has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Ministry of Environment and Climate Affairs (MECA) for Information and Communication Technology (ICT) solutions.
Oman Police’s eServices most used in the Sultanate
Royal Oman Police’s (ROP’s) eServices have emerged as the most used across government electronic services, according to research from the Sultanate’s …
Get to know: Oman-based systems integrator Expert Software
Managing director Yousuf Al-Yahmadi speaks about the company’s expansion plans and the opportunities in the Omani market.
Majid Al Futtaim, Omantel sign data network support deal
The agreement involves Omantel building an onsite, leading-edge voice and data network to support the Mall of Oman, which is currently under construction in the Sultanate.