Arabia Falcon Insurance has officially reassured its shareholders and customer base that its internal digital infrastructure remains entirely secure following unverified reports circulating on social media alleging that the company had suffered a catastrophic cyberattack and widespread data breach. In a formal disclosure filed with the Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX)…

A growing number of Omani businesses are transforming the messaging applications already installed on their customers’ smartphones into fully fledged online storefronts, driven by an artificial intelligence wave that is reshaping retail dynamics across the Sultanate and the wider Gulf region. This rapid shift is steering the e-commerce landscape away…

Oman’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has issued an urgent nationwide cybersecurity advisory to alert the public about the severe digital and privacy dangers associated with using unauthorized or unverified Virtual Private Network (VPN) applications. The regulatory body highlighted that while many individuals download these third-party programs to bypass local firewalls…

Oman’s Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology (MTCIT) has officially taken a major step toward positioning the Sultanate as a regional focal point for digital entertainment by launching an open investment window for a premier gaming industry hub. Announced via the ministry’s Internal Investment Committee, the initiative actively calls…

Oman’s national public transport operator, Mwasalat, has officially announced that it will completely phase out and stop accepting cash payments for its city bus services in Muscat and Salalah starting August 1, 2026. The sweeping policy shift is designed to modernize the Sultanate’s transit network, encourage the widespread adoption of…

In a progressive move to prepare the younger generation for a rapidly evolving digital landscape, the Muscat Governorate has officially launched the “AI Explorers” initiative. The newly introduced program is custom-built to introduce young children to the fundamentals of artificial intelligence, shifting their relationship with modern technology from passive screen…

Oman Air has officially launched its first direct flights to Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan, and Singapore as part of its strategic expansion plans. The national carrier’s new routes are engineered to meet rising passenger demand, enhance global connectivity, and boost international tourism, trade, and investment between the Sultanate and…

Oman’s Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology is continuing efforts to strengthen personal data protection by accrediting external auditors in line with the country’s data privacy laws and regulations. The newly established accreditation framework is strategically designed to support private sector organizations and government entities in complying with the…

Oman’s dedicated digital gateway for procurement, the Nafadh platform, has successfully driven substantial domestic growth by supporting 393 technology projects and commercial opportunities valued at over RO 32 million. Approved by the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA), the initiative functions as a specialized electronic link that integrates major telecommunications firms and…

Oman’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has officially initiated a nationwide public consultation on draft regulations that could legally prohibit children under the age of 16 from using social media platforms. The regulatory push aims to gather critical feedback from government entities, technology companies, legal experts, and parents to evaluate the…