Innovation Growth in Oman: A Five-Place Jump in 2025

Innovation Growth in Oman: A Five-Place Jump in 2025

Oman today_ In the latest 2025 edition of the Global Innovation Index (GII), published by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), the Sultanate of Oman advanced five positions, ranking 69th among 139 economies worldwide. The WIPO report highlights the...
Central Bank of Oman launches national payment card ‘Maal’

Central Bank of Oman launches national payment card ‘Maal’

Oman today_ The Central Bank of Oman (CBO) announced on Sunday the launch of the country’s new national payment card, named “Maal.” This initiative is a significant government effort to strengthen the national payment system, advance the digital economy, and ensure...
Oman Prepares to Launch Advanced AI-Powered Satellite in 2026

Oman Prepares to Launch Advanced AI-Powered Satellite in 2026

Oman today_ Oman’s homegrown space technology company, Oman Lens, has announced plans to launch an advanced satellite in the first half of 2026. The satellite will be equipped with a high-resolution 50cm panchromatic camera, multispectral RGB and near-infrared (NIR)...