AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoBahrain’s ICT leap: Bahrain climbed to 6th globally in the ICT Development Index, with a 98% score, as authorities cite progress in telecom reach and digital services. Smart cities recycling push: Bahrain is studying Saudi-style reverse vending machines that pay residents instantly for plastic bottles and aluminium cans, with local legal and technical details still being worked out. AI for heritage crafts: A’ali potters are exploring AI-assisted ceramic production after a planned visit to China, aiming for higher precision while keeping traditional craftsmanship. Digital government & safety tech: Bahrain is rolling out AI-driven plans for digital government and public-area safety, including smart cameras and AI-based monitoring. Islamic finance goes digital: CIBAFI and Oumla signed an MoU to accelerate digital innovation across Islamic banking, including research, training and new tech adoption. Pearl science update: DANAT reported it has tested over 32 million pearls and gemstones since 2017, alongside new sustainability and greenhouse-gas reporting. Animal healthcare investment: Bahrain is stepping up support for private-sector veterinary services to strengthen animal welfare and public health. YouTube for kids in MENA: YouTube launched supervised kid accounts across Bahrain and the region with age controls and stronger privacy. Tour de France tech tie-in: Bahrain Victorious and other teams are gearing up for the Barcelona Grand Départ, with a new team time trial format and sponsor-driven kit spotlight.
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