Qatar’s ICT market is well established, and characterised by high levels of mobile and internet penetration rates. Internet services are both affordable and quick, with fibre-based connections available since 2012. The country’s two main telecommunications operators are also working to roll out 5G services in all heavily populated areas by the end of 2020. The deployment of advanced technology...
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Its relatively small population and status as the world’s biggest gas exporter have helped Qatar become the richest country globally in terms of GDP per capita, which stood at $72,700 at current prices in 2019, according to IMF estimates. In recent years, however, the nation has faced strong economic headwinds from a drop in global energy prices to a diplomatic blockade.
Articles & Analysis | Free zones and looser regulations stoke interest in Abu Dhabi ICT start-ups from The Report: Abu Dhabi 2019
The coming years look promising for start-ups in Abu Dhabi, as the number of new start-ups in the region continue to grow and the UAE maintains its dominant role in the field. The “2017 MENA Venture Report”, published by the technology platform MENA bytes, identified 134 investment deals reached in the region in 2017 and valued at $475m. UAE...
Interviews & Viewpoints | Rauda Al Saadi, Director-General, Abu Dhabi Smart Solutions and Services Authority: Interview from The Report: Abu Dhabi 2019
How is Abu Dhabi transforming digitally to improve government efficiency and interoperability, and what developments can citizens expect soon?
Articles & Analysis | Blockchain technology seen to revolutionise global trade and help developing economies from The Report: Abu Dhabi 2019
Blockchain – the distributed-ledger technology that underpins cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin – appears set to transform a wide variety of industries and perhaps fundamentally change the way business is conducted across the global economy.
Interviews & Viewpoints | Saleh Abdullah Al Abdooli, CEO, Etisalat Group: Interview from The Report: Abu Dhabi 2019
In what ways is commercial 5G expected to accelerate digital transformations across the private and public sectors, and improve consumer experiences?