If you were planning to capture some stunning aerial footage or take part in any flight based sports this week you will need to keep your gear packed away for the time being. The Civil Aviation Authority has officially announced a total suspension of all operating permits for unmanned aircraft…

According to a report by the Oman Observer, a new study from UNESCO on Oman’s AI readiness suggests that the Sultanate is planning a major technological leap by establishing a National AI Supercomputer Centre. This facility is intended to be the heart of the country’s long-term plan to move away…

The Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones (OPAZ) has rolled out a dedicated online portal aimed at supporting small and medium enterprises (SMEs) across Oman. Through this initiative, the Authority is inviting business owners to become part of a comprehensive support network designed to simplify access to…

The Royal Hospital just upgraded its National Oncology Centre with the SOMATOM go.Open Pro CT, a high tech scanner designed to make radiotherapy planning much more accurate. What makes this system stand out is its practical design; it features a wide 85 cm opening and a flat table that mimics…

Students from Sohar University have achieved a remarkable international milestone by winning first place at the Intelligent Planet Hackathon in Saudi Arabia with their project, Manara. The AI powered platform is designed to improve crowd safety during large scale events. The competition was highly challenging, bringing together more than 500…

The Central Bank of Oman has introduced new rules to regulate Buy Now Pay Later services as part of its broader efforts to monitor emerging financial products and keep up with the fast pace of change in the financial sector. In an official statement, the bank explained that this step…

Oman’s digital transformation journey is hitting some serious milestones. According to the latest annual report for the “Tahawul” program, the country reached a 94% performance rate by the end of 2025, which is a massive jump from the 73% they saw just a year earlier. This progress is visible in…

Oman is stepping up its game when it comes to online shopping safety. The Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion has been tightening its oversight of the country’s booming e-commerce scene, primarily through the “Maroof Oman” platform. As of February 2026, the platform has already registered 340 online stores,…

Oman has successfully wrapped up the final phase of its “Tahwul” digital program as of late 2025, marking a massive shift in how the government interacts with its citizens. The latest report shows a complete overhaul of priority services, with all 3,166 identified processes being simplified to remove bureaucratic hurdles.…

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…