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Naseem Healthcare hosted His Excellency Vipul, Ambassador of India to the State of Qatar, as the chief guest for the official launch of the Naseem Hayat Mobile App during a special event held on Sunday, December 14. Senior officials from the Embassy of India in Qatar were also present, lending their support to the landmark occasion.The Ambassador and the accompanying delegation were accorded a warm welcome by Naseem Healthcare’s senior leadership, including Mohammed Miandad, Managing Director; Dr. Munir Ali Ibrahim, General Manager – Strategy & Planning; Babu Shanavas, General Manager – Operations; Hashim Irshad, Chief Financial Officer; and Rishad P.K., Assistant General Manager – Operations.During the visit, the distinguished guests were taken on a comprehensive tour of the facility, where they were introduced to Naseem Healthcare’s multi-specialty departments, advanced diagnostic services, and ongoing investments in high-quality, patient-centric medical care. The walkthrough highlighted the organization’s commitment to clinical excellence and innovation.Following the tour, a presentation outlined Naseem Healthcare’s 20-year journey in Qatar, tracing its growth, key milestones, and enduring contribution to the country’s healthcare sector. The overview reflected the organization’s steady evolution and its focus on expanding accessible and reliable medical services for the community.The highlight of the event was the official unveiling of the Naseem Hayat Mobile App, a digital healthcare platform designed to enhance patient convenience and engagement. The app offers seamless appointment booking, easy access to medical reports, a unified doctor directory, and secure management of health records—all within a single interface. A live demonstration of the app’s features gave attendees a firsthand experience of Naseem Healthcare’s technology-driven approach to improving patient care.Representatives from the Indian Embassy commended the initiative, acknowledging the growing role of digital solutions in enhancing healthcare efficiency and supporting patient well-being across the region.The programme concluded with a vote of thanks, followed by a special recognition segment honouring individuals whose contributions have played a significant role in the organization’s growth and service excellence.Naseem Healthcare’s successful hosting of the Indian Ambassador and embassy officials underscored its values of collaboration, innovation, and progress, reinforcing its mission to deliver trusted, compassionate, and technology-forward healthcare solutions to Qatar’s diverse population.  

Ooredoo Qatar has delivered uninterrupted, high-capacity connectivity across a series of major international sporting championships and conferences hosted in the country throughout this year.The network delivered high-capacity connectivity across events that collectively welcomed more than 1.5mn spectators and delegates, handling over 300 terabytes of mobile data traffic and 6mn voice calls, while maintaining a 99.99% call setup success rate.Peak moments generated extreme surges in data and voice traffic, with 5G services accounting for more than 60% of total traffic and VoLTE usage exceeding 95%, delivering superior voice clarity and reliability.Ooredoo Qatar CEO Sheikh Ali bin Jabor bin Mohammad al-Thani said, “As Qatar continues to attract major international gatherings and position itself as a global destination, our role extends beyond providing connectivity.“We are building the intelligent, resilient digital infrastructure that enables the nation's long-term objectives. Every successful event reinforces Qatar’s global reputation and demonstrates what's possible when technology, planning, and execution align.” 

Commercial Bank has launched Qatar’s first Metaverse-enabled ‘Auto Marketplace’ on the CBQ Mobile App.Through this innovation, customers can now explore a fully interactive, virtual showroom directly from their smartphones.Using Meta Quest (Oculus) virtual reality (VR) headsets, they can immerse themselves in a 3D environment, where detailed digital models bring each vehicle to life.Beyond exploration, customers can also schedule test drives and apply for vehicle loans from the app, completing their car-buying journey with ease and convenience.Shahnawaz Rashid, Executive General Manager and Head of Retail Banking at Commercial Bank, said: “This launch marks another step in redefining what modern banking can offer. By introducing the Metaverse to our Auto Marketplace, we have reimagined the way customers discover, experience, and purchase cars.“At Commercial Bank, our customers are at the heart of everything we do, and so we continue to lead the way in driving meaningful digital innovation across Qatar’s financial landscape.”As a recognised leader in digital banking innovation, Commercial Bank continues to pioneer technologies that enhance customer experiences and redefine banking in Qatar and the region. From introducing the latest in digital banking solutions to continuously enhancing customer experiences through biometric verification and real-time fraud protection, Commercial Bank consistently delivers services that blend security with convenience.With the introduction of Qatar’s first Metaverse-enabled Auto Marketplace, Commercial Bank once again leverages its award-winning mobile application to demonstrate its forward-thinking approach, merging immersive technology with financial services to create more intuitive, connected, and engaging customer journeys.This latest innovation reinforces the bank’s commitment to staying ahead of the curve, empowering individuals and businesses alike in a rapidly evolving financial landscape and underscores its role as a driving force in digital transformation across Qatar’s banking sector. 

Ooredoo Group has been awarded People Excellence Partner status by GSMA Advance, the learning and skills division of the GSMA - marking an important milestone in the group’s mission to build a future-ready workforce across its global footprint.The collaboration allows Ooredoo employees across all markets access to GSMA’s expansive curriculum of accredited courses and certification pathways, covering domains such as 5G, IoT, Mobile Privacy & Security, Public Policy & Regulatory Best Practice, Non-Terrestrial Networks, Roaming, Sustainable Governance, Spectrum Management and more.Fatima Sultan al-Kuwari, Group Chief HR and Sustainability Officer, said: “Becoming a GSMA Advance People Excellence Partner reinforces our commitment to investing in the skills and capabilities needed for the next decade of digital leadership.”Dr Drew MacFarlane, Head of GSMA Advance, said: “Not only is Ooredoo Group clearly committed to building capacity and skills through initiatives like their Learning Academy, but they are also an inspiring operator – working across multiple countries and demonstrating some of the best-in-region ESG principles which align very well with GSMA’s commitments in this area.” 

A vehicle used by the late Pope Francis during a visit to Bethlehem more than a decade ago has been transformed into a mobile health clinic that Christian leaders hope will soon be used to provide care to Palestinian children in Gaza.The initiative was blessed by Francis before he died in April and was entrusted to the Catholic organisation Caritas, which oversaw the project to convert the vehicle unveiled Tuesday."We're pleased that we have here a serious contribution towards the healthcare of children in Gaza," Caritas Secretary-General Alistair Dutton told a press conference in Bethlehem.Francis had used the vehicle, a converted Mitsubishi pick-up that was donated by Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas, during his visit to Bethlehem in 2014.The open platform at the back of the vehicle, where the Pope once stood as he travelled through Bethlehem, has now been enclosed and converted into the children's treatment area."This vehicle stands as a testimony that the world has not forgotten the children of Gaza," said Cardinal Anders Arborelius of Stockholm, who had approached Francis before his death about Caritas' idea of converting the former popemobile into a mobile paediatric clinic.Caritas Sweden Secretary-General Peter Brune said that the mobile clinic was capable of treating around 200 children a day.But it was unclear when the vehicle would enter Gaza, where a ceasefire still formally holds despite frequent Israeli airstrikes on the territory battered by two years of war."As soon as we possibly can," Dutton said, declining to comment further. Cogat, the Israeli government agency responsible for co-ordinating the entry of aid into the enclave, declined to comment when asked about the request.Father Ibrahim Faltas said he hoped the vehicle would be moved to Gaza in the "near future", telling Reuters the popemobile-turned-clinic was ready to help children in Gaza.The United Nations children's agency Unicef said on Friday that at least 67 children have been killed in what it called conflict-related incidents since the ceasefire went into effect.The Israeli military has said that it was targeting fighters who have posed a threat to its soldiers occupying half of Gaza.Francis frequently spoke out about the war in Gaza and in January called the humanitarian situation there "shameful".He was also known to speak by phone with Gaza's small Christian community every evening during the war. "We know how much Pope Francis loved the people of the Holy Land, the people of Bethlehem and especially the people of Gaza," said Father Faltas, representative of the Franciscan Friars to the State of Palestine.

Doha Bank has launched a first-of-its-kind feature that allows customers to initiate and amend letters of guarantee (LG) directly through the Doha Bank Mobile App.This innovative service marks a new milestone in the bank’s digital transformation journey, simplifying trade finance operations while ensuring efficiency, speed, and security for customers."We are continuously investing in digital innovation to simplify our customers’ banking experience. The introduction of LG services on our Mobile App reinforces our commitment to providing convenient, secure, and technology-driven solutions that support business efficiency and empower our clients to manage their operations with confidence," said Sheikh Abdulrahman bin Fahad bin Faisal al-Thani, Group chief executive officer, Doha Bank.Through this launch, Doha Bank reinforces its position as a pioneer in digital banking innovation, offering solutions that combine speed, transparency, and security. The new feature simplifies processes, reduces turnaround times, and strengthens Doha Bank’s role as a trusted partner for businesses in Qatar and beyond.

Vodafone Qatar has announced the commercial launch of its 5G Standalone (SA) network, which marks a significant leap forward in its digital transformation journey.The company has partnered with Nokia to deliver 5G SA in Qatar, and they are jointly showcasing two use cases, immersive video applications and Data Centre Fabric, at Mobile World Congress (MWC) Doha. The demonstrations showcase the capabilities of 5G SA for consumers and enterprises, which will further solidify Vodafone Qatar’s position as a leader in innovation.Visitors to MWC Doha can visit the Vodafone Qatar booth to view the two demos:Immersive 360 camera showcases, featuring Nokia’s 5G 360 camera and real-time eXtended Reality Multimedia (RXRM) software. The demonstration uses 5G SA to bring real-time, high-definition streaming capabilities to enterprises and consumers, enabling use cases like remote monitoring, immersive entertainment, virtual tourism, and enhanced security solutions.Data Centre Fabric is Nokia’s cutting-edge data centre networking solution that enhances the operator’s infrastructure with a highly scalable, resilient, and agile foundation. It will create a highly automated and programmable network environment, optimise resource utilisation and simplify management of Vodafone Qatar's operations.Ramy Boctor, Chief Technology officer at Vodafone Qatar, said: “The launch of our 5G Standalone network is a pivotal moment for Vodafone Qatar and for the nation’s digital future. By leveraging the full capabilities of 5G SA, we are not just offering faster speeds. We are enabling a new generation of services that will revolutionise industries, enhance daily lives and drive economic growth.“Our 5G network is at its most robust and extensive yet, and this, as part of our work to develop Qatar’s national digital infrastructure, is continuously opening up opportunities to embrace and deploy other emerging technologies.”Samar Mittal, vice president, MEA Market, Cloud and Network Services’ of Cloud and Network Services at Nokia, said: “Nokia is proud to partner with Vodafone Qatar to launch 5G SA at MWC Doha.“This nationwide network modernisation project will enable Vodafone Qatar to deliver faster, more secure, and highly adaptable 5G services to consumers and businesses across the country, while preparing the network for next-generation innovations.”The 5G SA network, which incorporates Nokia’s autonomous network solutions and automated data centre fabric for the edge, will deliver dynamic network slices combined with intelligent automation, providing guaranteed performance, ultra-low latency, and enhanced security for specific consumer and enterprise applications and services.Attendees are invited to visit the Vodafone Qatar stand at MWC Doha to experience the future of connectivity and learn more about the transformative potential of 5G SA.

Ooredoo will participate as the Strategic Partner at the inaugural Mobile World Congress (MWC) Doha 2025, which will run until November 26 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC).The event, organised by the GSMA in partnership with the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), will mark the Middle East’s first-ever edition of MWC, bringing together global leaders in connectivity, innovation, and digital transformation.Under the theme ‘Empowering Intelligence, Connecting Futures’, Ooredoo will showcase its leadership in AI-driven innovation, 5G standalone deployments, and smart connectivity, reinforcing its pivotal role in building intelligent infrastructure that supports Qatar’s National Vision 2030 and the country’s National Digital Strategy 2030.Throughout the two-day event, Ooredoo will host a series of engaging sessions, including ‘How Telcos Use AI Internally’ and ‘Telecom as a Service through API Capabilities’.It will also present interactive demonstrations at its booth, showcasing AI applications, enterprise solutions, and next-generation connectivity, offering visitors a first-hand look at how digital intelligence is transforming businesses and driving innovation across industries.Ooredoo Qatar CEO Sheikh Ali bin Jabor bin Mohammad al-Thani said, “Building on the success of M360 Mena 2024, Ooredoo’s strategic collaboration with MWC Doha 2025 reflects our continued commitment to shaping Qatar’s digital future through the power of connectivity and intelligence.”

The Qatar Central Bank (QCB) yesterday launched its mobile application, enabling users to access data, reports, and all updates instantly and efficiently.This initiative is aimed at enhancing the user experience and keeping pace with technological advancements and the requirements of digital transformation within the financial sector.This launch aligns with the Third Financial Sector Strategy and supports Qatar National Vision 2030, which seeks to build a knowledge-based digital economy.The mobile application has been designed according to the latest technical standards, with a user-friendly interface that allows for easy browsing and searching.The mobile application can be downloaded through the App Store.

The Qatar Central Bank (QCB) Sunday launched its mobile application, enabling users to access data, reports, and all updates instantly and efficiently. This initiative is aimed at enhancing the user experience and keeping pace with technological advancements and the requirements of digital transformation within the financial sector.This launch aligns with the Third Financial Sector Strategy and supports Qatar National Vision 2030, which seeks to build a knowledge-based digital economy. The mobile application has been designed according to the latest technical standards, with a user-friendly interface that allows for easy browsing and searching. The mobile application can be downloaded through the App Store.

Media City Qatar and Qatar University hosted the second edition of the Euronews Academy Bootcamp, focused on digital and mobile journalism, which took place over the course of three days at St. Regis Marsa Arabia. The program offered training sessions designed to provide participants with practical skills and insights relevant to modern journalism. Students from Qatar University's College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Mass Communication, participated in a series of interactive workshops over the first two days. Sessions covered digital storytelling techniques, mobile reporting and editing, and strategies for using social media platforms to engage audiences. The final day brought together instructors and representatives from Qatar University, Media City Qatar, and Euronews for a dedicated session, allowing participants to consolidate their learning in a collaborative environment. Director of Strategy and Excellence at Media City Qatar, Tevfik Ergun affirmed Media City Qatar's commitment to fostering innovation and collaboration within the media sector. "Through our partnership with Qatar University and Euronews, the bootcamp provides opportunities for emerging talent to explore new ideas, gain exposure to industry standards, and contribute to shaping the next generation of media professionals. Initiatives like this support Qatar National Vision 2030 by nurturing a skilled, creative workforce that strengthens the country's media ecosystem." For her part, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Qatar University, Fatima Al Kubaisi said: "This program with Media City Qatar and Euronews provides our academic community with vital global media expertise. It encourages the critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving essential for building a diversified, knowledge-based economy, aligning with our mission to cultivate individuals who can make a positive impact within society." This year's bootcamp builds on their previous Euronews Business Media Training, reinforcing their shared commitment to preparing participants for careers in a fast-changing media environment and advancing Qatar's position as a regional media hub.

QIIB has received another “prestigious” accolade, with Global Business Review naming the bank as the winner of the ‘Best Mobile Banking Application Qatar 2025’ award.This recognition underscores QIIB’s excellence in developing an integrated mobile banking application that reflects the latest advancements in digital technology within the banking sector.According to the Global Business Review jury, QIIB Mobile Banking App distinguishes itself as a smart and comprehensive platform that enables customers to perform a wide range of transactions while also offering innovative interactive features designed in direct response to customer feedback and needs.QIIB Chief Executive Officer Dr Abdulbasit Ahmad al-Shaibei said: “We are delighted to receive this prestigious award, which reflects our alignment with the Third Financial Sector Strategy launched by Qatar Central Bank, especially in the areas of digital services and advanced technology.“The award also reaffirms QIIB’s leadership in digital banking and demonstrates our success in developing a mobile banking application that ranks among the best in the region, offering innovative services that meet our customers’ needs and provide them with an outstanding banking experience.“From the very beginning, our goal has been to deliver a smart, secure, and user-friendly platform that empowers customers to manage their banking transactions anytime and anywhere. This achievement reflects our digital transformation strategy and ongoing commitment to investing in the latest technologies.”Dr al-Shaibei emphasised that the award serves as further motivation to continue developing the bank’s mobile app and enhancing its features and services in line with customer expectations.He noted: “Customer satisfaction is the true measure of success for any financial institution. We remain committed to continuously listening to our customers and developing solutions that make their lives easier and add real value to their banking experience.”This latest award further strengthens the track record of the QIIB Mobile Banking App, which has already received numerous regional and international awards and recognitions in digital banking.QIIB was awarded the ‘Excellence in Mobile Banking Innovation Qatar 2025’ by Gazet International, and previously received the ‘Excellence in Mobile Banking’ award at Finnovex Qatar 2024.QIIB has also won other prestigious honours, including ‘Best Bank for Digital Transformation Qatar 2025’ and ‘Best Retail Bank Qatar 2025’ from World Economic Magazine, as well as regional awards from institutions specialising in the banking industry.