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X Platform Imposes Strict Daily Posting Limits And Technical Restrictions On Free Accounts

The social media network X (formerly Twitter) has officially announced a sweeping update to its platform architecture, implementing sharp reductions in daily posting limits and introducing strict technical restrictions for all free and unverified accounts. This policy shift represents one of the most aggressive steps the platform has taken to…
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Oman Investment Authority Ready To Back Strategic Ventures As Nation Achieves 95% Omani Drone Manufacturing

H.E. Abdulsalam al Murshidi, President of the Oman Investment Authority (OIA), has announced that the authority is fully prepared to provide substantial financial backing for strategic ventures that align with the Sultanate’s long-term economic and industrial goals. This capital commitment is designed to accelerate national development by partnering with high-impact…
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Oman’s Public Prosecution Warns Against Privacy Infringements On Social Media

Oman’s Public Prosecution has issued a strict legal warning regarding the unauthorized sharing and circulation of personal data across public channels. The authority emphasized that publishing private information, images, or remarks concerning an individual’s personal or family affairs without explicit approval is a direct breach of privacy rights. This warning…
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AmCham Oman Strengthens Oman’s Digital Future With Technology & AI Committee Initiatives

AmCham Oman continues to play a significant role in supporting Oman’s digital transformation with the official launch of its Technology & AI Committee, bringing together key leaders from government and industry to drive innovation, collaboration, and growth in the Sultanate’s digital economy. The committee is chaired by Sheikh Saif Al…
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Memory Maker Kioxia Reports $8.2 Billion Q1 Profit Fueled By AI Boom

Japanese semiconductor giant Kioxia has reported a massive $8.2 billion profit for the first quarter of 2026, marking a dramatic turnaround for the memory manufacturer. This surge in earnings is directly attributed to the global explosion in generative AI, which has created an insatiable demand for high-performance storage and memory…
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OpenAI Integrates Codex Into Mobile App For Remote Workflow Management

OpenAI has officially announced that Codex, its powerful AI model designed for programming, is going mobile. Approximately one year after its initial launch, the technology has been integrated directly into the ChatGPT mobile application. This update allows developers to monitor and manage their coding environments and development workflows remotely, bridging…
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Omani FinTech Startup Raaz Launches Innovative App For Household Financial Management

The Omani fintech sector has reached a new milestone with the official launch of Raaz, a mobile application specifically engineered to empower households with better control over their monthly finances. Designed by local innovators, the app addresses the common challenge of manual budgeting by automating the tracking process. This launch…
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Oman Establishes New “Artificial Intelligence Special Zone” In Muscat

Oman is taking a major strategic step toward its AI-driven future through a significant legislative move. His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has issued Royal Decree No. 50/2026, which officially establishes the “Artificial Intelligence Special Zone” in the Muscat Governorate. This specialized zone is designed to position Oman as a…
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OpenAI Enters Social Media: A Direct Challenge To Instagram And X

Sam Altman has quietly launched a social media platform centered on ChatGPT’s image generation and AI content sharing. This marks OpenAI’s official entry into the consumer social networking space, positioning itself as a direct competitor to industry giants like Instagram and X. The platform aims to leverage OpenAI’s existing strengths…
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MOSD And Yango Partner To Launch Exclusive Women-Only Taxi Service In Oman

The Ministry of Social Development (MoSD) has officially entered into a strategic agreement with the global technology firm Yango to introduce a dedicated taxi service exclusively for women in Oman. This partnership is designed to empower Omani women by providing them with specialized economic opportunities while simultaneously addressing a market…
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