A seminar titled ‘Smart Cities in the Arab World and Digital Transformation’ was hosted by the Basil Fuleihan Institute of Finance in Beirut
The seminar ‘Smart Cities in the Arab World and Digital Transformation’ shed light on the numerous significant advancements currently witnessed by the Arab World. All of these developments are critical to the advancement of social and economic growth as well as have brought a significant change in the daily lives of citizens.
Read more: Digital transformation is key to enhancing economic and social growth in Arab World
Lebanese startup scene attracted 10% of investment deals in MENA region in 2018
The Digital Arabia Network (DAN), in partnership with the Beirut Digital District (BDD), hosted a MENA Roadshow on February 6, 2019, in collaboration with the Lebanese League for Women in Business and the Digital Opportunity Trust (DOT) Lebanon. The results of DAN’s first year project were unveiled, highlighting digital transformations across the Arab world, in innovation, education, business, media and research.
Data representing Arab countries’ digital infrastructure and internet services showed great differences when going from one country to another.
While Gulf states carry on steady progress in the realm of digital development, some countries maintain a fair standing, and other troubled Arab countries suffer from a catastrophic deterioration by both regional and international standards.
Read more: Int’l Reports Reveal Widening Gap in Digital Services across Arab Countries
Lebanese startup scene attracted 10% of investment deals in MENA region in 2018
The Digital Arabia Network (DAN), in partnership with the Beirut Digital District (BDD), hosted a MENA Roadshow on February 6, 2019, in collaboration with the Lebanese League for Women in Business and the Digital Opportunity Trust (DOT) Lebanon. The results of DAN’s first year project were unveiled, highlighting digital transformations across the Arab world, in innovation, education, business, media and research.
Internet usage, big data, cybersecurity, business usage of ICT and the empowerment of citizens across the Arab world were some of the key themes explored at the E-government Roundtable, held as part of the sixth World Government Summit (WGS 2018) in Dubai Tuesday.
The event was led by experts from the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA), showcasing its efforts to support the enhancement of an innovative and progressive digital Arab region.
Read more: Effective frameworks to enhance digital economy in Arab world explored