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MCIT Organizes Smart City Expo Doha 2022 on March 29-30

Under the patronage of HE Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin Abdulaziz Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) is organizing Smart City Expo Doha 2022 conference under the theme of “Sustaining a Future of Resilience” on March 29-30, 2022.   Smart

CRA Participates in the World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly in Geneva

The Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA) participates in the World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly 2020 (WTSA-20), which is organized by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) in Geneva, Switzerland, from March 1-9, 2022.   WTSA is a major event for the ITU and is held every four years, it sets the overall direction

Saudi Energy Minister Meets Qatari Ambassador

HRH Minister of Energy of the Sisterly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud met today with HE Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Bandar bin Mohammed Al Attiyah. The meeting reviewed aspects of the bilateral cooperation between the

Airports prepare to fly with a joined up digital vision

Both the Federal Aviation Administration and the United Kingdom Civil Aviation Authority have recognised how eVTOL and other Advanced Air Mobility aircraft will significantly benefit the future of air travel.   The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the United Kingdom Civil Aviation Authority recognise the potential of electric vertical take-off

QU CONCLUDES THE – GREEN TECHNOLOGY COMPETITION 2021

Qatar University (QU) witnessed the closing ceremony of the “Green Technology Competition 2021” in its first edition, which was organized by the College of Engineering (CENG), and in coordination with the Department of Electrical Engineering (EE) and the student branch of Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) at QU.

QIB Introduces Innovative New Features to its Award-Winning Mobile App

As part of Qatar Islamic Bank’s (QIB) ongoing efforts to provide innovative digital solutions to empower its customers, QIB, Qatar’s leading digital bank, recently released several new innovative, and useful features, on its multi award-winning QIB Mobile App.   The latest update, developed with QIB customers’ banking needs in mind,

TASMU Digital Valley Launches Accelerator POC Program

One of the Smart Qatar (TASMU) Program’s flagship initiatives, TASMU Digital Valley (TDV), which sits under the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, launched the TDV accelerator Proof-of-Concept (POC) program for the ecosystem of emerging digital companies and help them uncover gaps and address challenges to enhance their growth path.

KAHRAMAA Launches Its Updated Strategy in Its Two (Second and Third) Phases

The Qatar General Electricity and Water Corporation (KAHRAMAA) announced yesterday the launch of its updated long-term strategic plan 2030 in its two (second and third) phases.   The corporation said that the launch of the long-term strategy (2014-2030) in its two (second and third) phases, which took place during a

4 GCC Countries among the Most Developed Economies in the E-Commerce Index

Four Gulf countries topped the top ten ranks in the E-Commerce Index for developing countries. Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the Sultanate of Oman and the UAE were among the most developed emerging economies, out of 152 countries.   The 10 most developed emerging countries in the E-commerce Index are categorized as

Digital Incubation Center Announces 5th Edition of IdeaCamp Winners

The Digital Incubation Center (DIC), affiliated with the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology announced that 24 digital startups in the 5th edition of IdeaCamp won the opportunity to be incubated by DIC.   The winners were announced in a virtual ceremony held in the presence of the partner of

QRDI Council Launches Qatar Open Innovation program

The Qatar Research, Development and Innovation (QRDI) Council announced the launch of Qatar Open Innovation, a first-of-its-kind program in the country that aims to support the cultivation of innovation in Qatar to further expand the country’s growing ecosystem.   QRDI Council is working closely with large local enterprises and government

ICAO touts new digital air cargo specs

The International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) and the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) announced they have completed new digital air cargo technical specifications guidance that they say will help accelerate the transition toward  safer and more resilient supply chains, while making important contributions to COVID-19 response and recovery

QIB Launches ‘Discreet Mode’ First Of its Kind Feature in Qatar on its Mobile App

Qatar Islamic Bank (QIB), Qatar’s leading digital bank, has announced the launch of a new, first-of-its-kind ‘Discreet Mode’ feature on its intuitive Mobile App.  The innovative new feature allows QIB customers to hide their account and card balances, deposits, and financial details when using the QIB Mobile App in public

QDB Launches Second Phase of Digital Platform “NUMU”

Qatar Development Bank (QDB) has launched the second phase of the digital platform “NUMU,” which has been designed to provide entrepreneurs with a unique and pioneering experience in their using financing services. This platform provides direct funding clients, who own industrial projects, with a quick submission, flexibility in communication, and

QDB Launches New Financing for Digitization, Technology Solutions for Enterprises

Qatar Development Bank (QDB) has launched a new financing product specialized in the solutions of digitization and technological tools to develop small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs). This aims to bolster the spirit of innovation and development for these enterprises. QDB said, in a statement yesterday, that this move would

KAHRAMAA Launches Direct Debit Service in Collaboration with Commercial Bank

The Qatar General Electricity and Water Corporation (Kahramaa) announced the launch of the Direct Debit Service, which is the corporation’s latest electronic service aimed at providing smart payment solutions, in collaboration with the Commercial Bank.   Through this innovative service, Kahramaa customers would be able to enjoy an easier and

US airlines raise concerns over 5G service at airports

The CEOs of major airline companies in the US have voiced concerns over the implementation of new 5G technology by telecommunication firms AT&T and Verizon at airports as it could lead to the grounding of some aeroplanes. According to Reuters, the airline companies, which include both passenger and cargo carriers,

Self-driving Minibus Trial Starts at Qatar Foundation Campus

The Ministry of Transport (MOT), in cooperation with Mowasalat (Karwa) and Qatar Foundation, announced the trial of an autonomous minibus with zero carbon emissions at Qatar Foundation’s Campus. Over the next 10 days, the Level 4 autonomous minibus trial will take place within Qatar Foundation’s Education City, operated by Mowasalat

CSGDB Launches New Edition of “MAWARED” Mobile App

The Civil Service and Government Development Bureau (CSGDB) in the State of Qatar has launched the new edition of “MAWARED” mobile app for employees of entities registered in the program. This aims at using many services provided by the system in its new edition. CSGDB, in a tweet on its

GTA Showcases Digital Transformation in Arab e-Govt Directors Meeting

Qatar, represented by Ms Mashael Al Hammadi, Acting Undersecretary for Information Technology Affairs at the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, and Mr. Hassan Al Khaja, Director of the Planning and Quality Department at the General Tax Authority (GTA), participated in the 9th Meeting of the e-Government Arab Directors via

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