A little less than a year ago, my wife’s birthday was approaching. I was searching for a special birthday gift that is thoughtful, impressive, and useful. While window shopping and walking through virtually most of the shopping malls and centres here in Oman (let alone abroad during my short travels)…
About 25 years ago, cameras were introduced on mobile phones. At first, it was scary, and I vividly remember when many people thought it would not be successful and they would most probably be banned in many countries too. Today, this is a normal affair, and in fact, every smart…
Two days ago, I was driving back from Dubai. It was late in the evening. There was less traffic and the road was clear to some extent. The car I was driving was virtually doing most of the work — from maintaining the speed, keeping in lane and slowing down…
Last year, I said Google Search may be replaced by generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI). In fact, you may refer to and read the complete article that was published last year under the heading “Will Google Soon Be Replaced by Gen AI?” In it, I also stated that unless Google…
Aida asked me to find and recommend for her a new TV to buy for her use with family at home. She requested that it must be smart (in tech) and large (in size). Obviously, most TVs today come with smart technology, ie, connected to the information superhighway (the Internet)…
Two days ago, I saw a social media post that portrays an Omani government investment opportunity specifically created for Omani residents who are over the age of 40 and are planning to leave their jobs and/or retire. The video states that a new financial investment platform has been launched and…
Oman’s tech regulators are currently taking a close look at how kids use social media, sparked by recent studies showing that these platforms can sometimes do more harm than good. Eng. Omar Al Ismaili, the head of the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA), views this as a necessary move to protect…
Oman’s development landscape is set for a massive boost as the Projects, Tenders and Local Content Authority recently unveiled an ambitious roadmap for the coming years. During the Government Projects Forum 2026, officials announced that the total value of upcoming government development projects is estimated at over RO1.5 billion. This…
The Ministry of Information in Oman is calling on all media outlets and professionals to get their paperwork in order. In a recent friendly but firm reminder, the Ministry stressed the importance of finalizing all licensing and administrative procedures as outlined in the Executive Regulations of the Media Law. This…
In a landmark move for the Sultanate’s technology sector, Omantel has officially launched Otech, a dedicated future-technology arm designed to spearhead Oman’s digital transformation. The launch marks a strategic pivot for Omantel as it evolves from a traditional telecommunications provider into a comprehensive, integrated digital technology powerhouse. Otech is not…
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