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MTCIT Launches National Policy To Secure Government IT Resilience

The Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology (MTCIT) has introduced a comprehensive national policy designed to guarantee the continuity of government IT operations during emergencies. This strategic framework establishes a mandatory set of standards for all state entities, ensuring that the Sultanate’s digital infrastructure remains functional even during unforeseen…
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Meta Launches “Instants” To Challenge Snapchat’s Dominance

In its latest move to capture the ephemeral content market, Meta Platforms has officially introduced Instants, a standalone spinoff of Instagram designed specifically for sharing disappearing photos. This strategic launch is a direct challenge to Snapchat, aiming to reclaim the attention of younger users who prefer spontaneous, temporary visual communication…
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Central Bank Of Oman Issues Public Warning Against Cryptocurrency Use

The Central Bank of Oman (CBO) has issued an urgent public alert, cautioning citizens and residents against the use and trading of cryptocurrencies. In a clear regulatory statement, the CBO stressed that digital assets—such as Bitcoin and other virtual currencies—are not legal tender in the Sultanate. The Bank highlighted that…
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Oman Lens Drives National Ambitions With AI-Powered Satellite Innovation

In a historic step for the Sultanate’s aerospace ambitions, Oman Lens is positioning the nation as a significant player on the global space map. By successfully launching OL-1, the first Omani AI-powered Earth observation satellite, the company has demonstrated that the Sultanate is capable of producing cutting-edge space hardware. This…
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UAE To Lead Globally With 50% Transition To Agentic AI By 2028

In a groundbreaking announcement for the future of governance, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has unveiled a transformative new system for the UAE government. The ambitious plan aims to transition 50% of all government sectors, services, and operations to Agentic AI models within the next two years. This shift…
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Oman-Based Startup Fascano Secures $10 Million To Revolutionize Regional Hospitality

In a significant boost for the Sultanate’s growing tech ecosystem, the Oman-based hospitality technology startup Fascano has announced a successful $10 million capital injection. This major funding round is specifically aimed at expanding the company’s footprint across the Middle East, with the goal of dominating the regional digital service market.…
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UAE Central Bank Bans Financial Services Via WhatsApp To Strengthen Security

In a major regulatory move, the Central Bank of the UAE has officially ordered all licensed financial institutions to stop providing banking services and collecting customer data through WhatsApp and other instant messaging platforms. This directive marks the end of a popular trend where customers could check their bank balances…
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Meta To Track Mouse Movements And Clicks To Train Autonomous AI Agents

In a significant step toward workplace automation, Meta has begun installing new tracking software on the computers of its US-based employees to record every mouse movement, click, and keystroke. According to internal memos seen by Reuters, this data is being harvested to train advanced artificial intelligence models. This initiative is…
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Tech Oman Founder Opens STEM Week 2026 At Ellesmere Muscat International School

Tech Oman Founder and President, Tariq Hilal Al Barwani, officially inaugurated STEM Week 2026 at Ellesmere Muscat International School, marking the start of a week dedicated to innovation, creativity, and future-focused learning. Held from April 5 to April 9, the opening ceremony brought together students, faculty, and guests to celebrate…
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Meta Proposes AI Access To Camera Rolls To Personalize Content Ideas

In a move aimed at deepening its integration of artificial intelligence, Meta is exploring a new feature that would allow its flagship platform, Facebook, to access a user’s local camera roll to generate AI-driven content suggestions. This proposal, currently in development, would utilize on-device machine learning to scan photos and…
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