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OCCI Issues Urgent Advisory on Unofficial Online Surveys The Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) has issued an official warning to business owners and commercial members regarding unauthorized surveys and opinion polls circulating across social media platforms. The Chamber detected multiple online links collecting operational data and opinions under the guise of official Chamber research.…
Sohar International Launches Dedicated Fintech Platform at Terminal 11 Sohar International has officially announced the launch of the Sohar | Innovation Hub, located at Terminal 11, establishing a dedicated platform designed to accelerate fintech ventures across Oman. Operating as the exclusive banking partner for the initiative, the institution aims to nurture promising financial technology…
Google Transitions from Search Queries to Active AI Procurement Google is steadily evolving from a traditional search engine into a fully proactive personal assistant. Instead of requiring users to manually search, navigate directory listings, and call multiple service providers for estimates, AI agents are performing direct outreach on behalf of consumers. This shift automates the discovery…
Artificial intelligence in Oman is moving from ambition into execution. Vision 2040 set the direction, and over the last few years that direction has started turning into concrete AI programs, policy, investment and infrastructure. The National Program for Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Digital Technologies is one of the clearest examples, with a focus on AI adoption, local capabilities and…
SQU Student Nouf Al Shamli Co-Founds AI Platform Ilmify Nouf bint Abdul Hamid Al Shamli, a student at Sultan Qaboos University (SQU), has co-founded Ilmify, an innovative artificial intelligence platform created to transform traditional educational environments. Designed to address the rigid limitations of conventional teaching methods, the platform leverages advanced large language models (LLMs)…
Google Officially Launches Office in Pakistan to Accelerate Digital Ecosystem The official launch of Google’s office in Pakistan marks a milestone for the country’s tech industry. Formally inaugurated by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif alongside Google’s Vice President for Global Affairs, Wilson L. White, this physical presence bridges local engineering potential with global tech infrastructure. The…
Higgsfield Secures $400 Million in Series B Funding AI video creation startup Higgsfield has officially closed a $400 million Series B funding round, elevating its valuation to $5.4 billion. Led by DST Global with participation from Goldman Sachs Alternatives, Tribe Capital, Valor Capital, and Intel Capital, the funding round represents a nearly fourfold valuation jump from its $1.3 billion…
CPA Warns Public Against Impersonation and Phishing Scams Oman’s Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) has issued an urgent advisory warning citizens and residents against sharing sensitive financial credentials, including bank account numbers, card details, and One-Time Passwords (OTPs). The cautionary notice comes in response to an increase in fraudulent calls, phishing messages, and social media…
Sohar International and Omantel Partner for Strategic Transformation Sohar International and telecommunications giant Omantel have entered into a comprehensive strategic collaboration program aimed at driving innovation, digital advancement, and sustainable economic growth across the Sultanate. The agreement establishes a joint framework to explore multi-sector opportunities spanning financial…
Oman Regulatory Authorities Take Action Against Anonymous Telemarketing Oman has introduced new measures to curb unwanted promotional calls and commercial messages across national telecommunications networks. The initiative aims to eliminate anonymous marketing tactics and protect telecom subscribers from persistent spam, unverified telemarketing, and intrusive promotional communications. By…
Alibaba’s Qwen Overtakes Industry Rivals with 3 Billion Downloads Alibaba Group Holding’s open-weight AI model family, Qwen, has officially passed 3 billion cumulative global downloads over the past six months. The milestone cements Qwen’s position as the world’s most downloaded open-source AI model family, eclipsing leading Western tech giants including Meta Platforms and Alphabet (Google).…
Widespread Access Issues Spark Nationwide TikTok Ban Speculation Speculation regarding a potential restriction or ban on TikTok in Oman has intensified following widespread reports from users experiencing severe connectivity disruptions. Across the Sultanate, individuals reported being unable to open the short-form video application, refresh content feeds, or access live streaming features. The…
TRA Ceases Handling Postal Service Complaints Following Sector Transfer Oman’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has officially announced that it will no longer receive or handle postal service complaints. This administrative change follows the formal transfer of regulatory responsibilities and sector oversight for postal services to the Ministry of Transport, Communications and…
