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Channel Post MEA
12 hours ago
- Business
- Channel Post MEA
BTECH and WorkSmart to Organize MEET ICT Conference and BITEX in Bahrain from Nov 25
The Bahrain Technology Companies Society (BTECH) has partnered with WorkSmart Events Management to co-organise the 13th edition of the MEET ICT Conference and the Bahrain International Technology Exhibition (BITEX), set to take place from November 25 to 27 at the Gulf Hotel in Manama. The high-profile event will be held under the patronage of His Excellency Dr. Shaikh Abdulla bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications, and will convene technology leaders, innovators, and decision-makers under the theme 'Innovation, Transform, Elevate: AI for the New Economy.' This year's edition will explore the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on economic diversification, digital transformation, and the future of business across Bahrain and the broader region. The conference and exhibition aim to position Bahrain as a key hub for AI-driven innovation, showcasing how technology can elevate industries and support national development goals. The collaboration between BTECH and WorkSmart seeks to foster meaningful connections between local and international stakeholders, encouraging public-private sector engagement and creating new opportunities for knowledge exchange, investment, and collaboration. As part of the MEET ICT Conference, BTECH will honor outstanding achievements in innovation and excellence within the ICT sector. In a move to expand the event's global footprint, BTECH will also enhance outreach to embassies, industry stakeholders, and regional players from the GCC and MENA. Rashid Al-Snan, Board Member at BTECH, said: 'This milestone reflects our continued efforts to strengthen Bahrain's leadership in the ICT space. With WorkSmart's expertise and our shared vision, we are confident this edition of MEET ICT and BITEX will drive impactful dialogue and align with Bahrain's Vision 2030.' Ahmed Al-Hujairi, CEO of WorkSmart, added: 'Our partnership with BTECH reinforces the event's strategic value as a platform for thought leadership and AI innovation. We look forward to facilitating regional and international engagement that accelerates growth across the digital economy.' BTECH and WorkSmart extend an open invitation to startups, tech enterprises, government bodies, NGOs, and academic institutions to participate in this landmark event. MEET ICT and BITEX 2024 will serve as a dynamic forum to showcase breakthrough technologies, share expertise, and forge strategic partnerships shaping the future of the digital landscape in Bahrain and beyond.
Daily Tribune
15-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Tribune
BRAVE TV wins BDCA 2025 award for Media and E-Information
BRAVE TV was nationally recognized by the Bahrain Technology Companies Society (BTECH) under the patronage of Ali Bin Saleh Al Saleh, receiving the Bahrain Digital Content Award (BDCA) for Excellence in the Media and E-Information sector. With coverage in over 160 countries, BRAVE TV has more fans than most global broadcasters. BRAVE CF's broadcast system allows fans to watch BRAVE fights live, follow athletes through original series, documentaries, and exclusive behind-the-scenes footage. 'I would like to thank HH bin Hamad al khalifa for his vision and leadership to develop mixed martial arts and sports in the kingdom. This national recognition highlights the role of Brave TV in digitization of sports industry and providing a place for all combat sports fans to be a part of.' stated the President of BRAVE Combat Federation, Mohammed Shahid. The BDCA Awards are among Bahrain's top awards for digital innovation. The judging and selection criteria include innovation, scalability, local and global economic impact, and usability. 'Under the leadership of HH Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa and Mohammed Shahid, BRAVE TV was created to digitally transform MMA from Bahrain to the world. Built to deliver a seamless and immersive viewing experience, it aims to connect fans globally and establish itself as the region's leading OTT platform for combat sports,' stated Ibtisam Ali, head of IT.
Zawya
14-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
BENEFIT wins Bahrain Digital Content Award for Hadeya Feature on BenefitPay
BENEFIT, the Kingdom's innovator and leading company in Fintech and electronic financial transactions service, has been awarded the Bahrain Digital Content Award in the 'Business & Commerce' category for its innovative " Hadeya " (E-Gift) feature on the BenefitPay app. The award was presented during a ceremony hosted by the Bahrain Technology Companies Society (BTECH), held under the patronage of H.E. Ali Bin Saleh Al Saleh, Chairman Shura Council. The award reaffirms BENEFIT's leading role in shaping the landscape of digital innovation and transformation within Bahrain's financial services sector, as exemplified by the 'Hadeya' feature, an advanced service integrated into the BenefitPay that reimagines the conventional practice of money gifting through a seamless and highly personalized digital experience. Through this feature, users can select a specific cash amount, design a custom-themed gift card, and add a personal message before sending it instantly to loved ones. By combining functionality with emotional expression, 'Hadeya' elevates the act of gifting into a dynamic and meaningful interaction within the digital financial space. Commenting on the recognition, BENEFIT Company Chief Information Officer , Reyadh Almearaj, stated, 'We are honored to receive the Bahrain Digital Content Award, which represents a significant milestone for our team and affirms the impact of our continued efforts to deliver user-centric digital solutions. This recognition reflects BENEFIT's ongoing vision to enrich the digital experience for our customers and to lead in providing smart, accessible services that meet evolving lifestyle needs. Our goal remains to launch cutting-edge services that set high standards for innovation and quality, both locally and regionally.' Mr. Almearaj added, 'Since its launch, 'Hadeya' feature has delivered remarkable performance, achieving rapid market traction and recording outstanding growth indicators. Its widespread adoption across the Bahraini market underscores the tangible value it brings to users and the strong resonance it has generated across diverse customer segments. This prestigious recognition not only validates the impact of our innovation-driven approach but also strengthens our resolve to continue advancing solutions that contribute to positioning Bahrain as a leading regional hub for cutting-edge financial technology.'
Daily Tribune
14-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Tribune
BDCA 2025 recognizes creative tech solutions that empower Bahrain
TDT | Manama Bahrain honored 30 pioneering digital initiatives at the 2025 Bahrain Digital Content Awards (BDCA), held under the patronage of His Excellency Ali Bin Saleh Al Saleh, Chairman of the Shura Council. The ceremony, hosted by the Bahrain Technology Companies Society (BTECH) in collaboration with WorkSmart, gathered leaders from government, business, and tech communities to spotlight Bahrain's growing leadership in digital transformation. Tareq Fakhroo, Chairman of BTECH, shared heartfelt praise for the winners, saying, 'Their creative and forward-thinking ideas are helping shape the future of digital innovation in Bahrain and strengthening our country's position as a hub for technology in the region.' He added that the wide variety of winning projects shows how far Bahrain has come in both its service and production sectors. 'These 30 projects highlight a dynamic and growing digital landscape,' Fakhroo said, 'and they play a big role in helping us move closer to the goals set out in Bahrain's Economic Vision 2030.' Speaking at the ceremony, Ahmed Al Hujairy, Chairman of the BDCA Awards, expressed his joy in celebrating this year's winners. 'It's truly inspiring to see so many innovative and future-focused projects being recognised,' he said. 'These initiatives stood out for offering smart, practical, and scalable digital solutions that align with global trends. We're proud to have had a panel of local and international experts carefully evaluate all entries and select the best.' Spotlight on the Winners In the Government and Citizen Engagement category, four groundbreaking public service solutions were honored. These included the eShabab mobile app by the Ministry of Youth Affairs, the official website of Government Hospitals, the Virtual Customer Service Center from the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning, and the AI-Driven Drug Addiction Recovery System developed by the Ministry of Interior. For their commitment to inclusive technology, winners in the Inclusion and Empowerment category included the ATTA App by the Royal Humanitarian Foundation, the Shura Council's website, the MP Portal by the Council of Representatives, and the Smart Inspection System (SI) by the Labour Market Regulatory Authority. In the field of urban transformation, Smart Settlements and Urbanization winners impressed with citizen-centric platforms like the Property Check system by the Survey and Land Registration Bureau and the Electricity Consumption Dashboard developed by the HH Shaikh Nasser AI R&D Center. Commerce and innovation went hand in hand in the Business and Commerce category. Recognised for their impact were Tijara by Bahrain Development Bank, Hadeya (E-Gift) by The BENEFIT Company, the Sahel App by Bahrain Commercial Facilities Company, and Flight Operations Hub by Gulf Air Group. The digital celebration of culture was evident in the Culture and Heritage winners: Travelage Platform by Travilege Solutions and Water Taxi Booking App by Urbansoft Technologies. The future of education was front and center in the Learning and Education category, with winners like Maryam AI Learning Assistant by Gulf University, AI-Powered Talent Platform by Lumofy, Teacherless AI Classroom by the HH Shaikh Nasser AI R&D Center, and the BBS Parents App from Bahrain Bayan School. For their strides in sustainability, the Environment and Green Energy category applauded the ML Platform by the HH Shaikh Nasser AI Center and the Beyon Green Energy Program by Beyon. In health tech, the Health and Wellbeing category awarded Participant Registration Solution and Organ Donation Services by the Ministry of Health, and the Digital Health Care Platform by Ideas Technology W.L.L. The media world also had its share of trailblazers. In the Media and E-Information category, 's Digital Ad Robot, BraveCF TV by BRAVE Combat Federation, and albilad newspaper's website were celebrated for pushing digital boundaries in content and engagement. Finally, the AI-Driven Business Content category recognized DOO for its Multilingual AI-Powered Customer Experience Platform, showcasing Bahrain's growing role in intelligent business solutions. Award Chairman Mr. Ahmed Al Hujairy summed it up best: 'These projects are not just award-winners; they are blueprints for Bahrain's future in digital excellence. We hope they inspire others to innovate, scale, and lead.' As Bahrain continues to embrace AI and emerging tech, events like the BDCA not only celebrate achievement—they serve as powerful reminders of the Kingdom's vision to lead in the digital age. List of the winners Government and Citizen Engagement eShabab Mobile App – Ministry of Youth Affairs Official Government Hospitals Website Virtual Customer Service Center – Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning AI-Driven Drug Addiction Recovery and Policy Optimization System – Ministry of Interior Inclusion and Empowerment ATTA Mobile App – Royal Humanitarian Foundation (RHF) Shura Council Official Website MP Portal – Council of Representatives Smart Inspection System (SI) – Labour Market Regulatory Authority Smart Settlements and Urbanization Property Check Platform – Survey and Land Registration Bureau Electricity Consumption Dashboard – HH Shaikh Nasser AI Research and Development Center Business and Commerce Tijara Platform – Bahrain Development Bank Hadeya (E-Gift) Feature – The BENEFIT Company Sahel App – Bahrain Commercial Facilities Company Flight Operations Hub – Gulf Air Group Culture and Heritage Travelage Platform – Travilege Solutions Water Taxi Booking Application – Urbansoft Technologies Middle East WLL Learning and Education Maryam AI Learning Assistant – Gulf University AI-Powered Talent Management Platform – Lumofy W.L.L Teacherless AI Classroom – HH Shaikh Nasser AI Research and Development Center BBS Parents App – Bahrain Bayan School
Biz Bahrain
08-06-2025
- Business
- Biz Bahrain
Under the patronage of H.E. Chairman of Shura Council, BTECH hosts Bahrain Digital Content Awards
Under the esteemed patronage of His Excellency Ali Bin Saleh Al Saleh, Chairman of the Shura Council, the Bahrain Technology Companies Society (BTECH), in strategic collaboration with the World Summit Awards (WSA) will host the prestigious Bahrain Digital Content Award (BDC Award) this June. This landmark initiative highlights the rising strategic significance of the digital content sector and its pivotal contribution to driving sustainable digital transformation across the Kingdom of Bahrain. On this occasion, Mr. Ahmed Ateyatalla Alhujairi, Chairman of the Digital content awards, stated: 'The continuation of the Bahrain Digital Content Award underscores the strategic importance of the digital content sector as a key enabler of innovation, economic growth, and national development. The award serves as a key catalyst for inspiring creative talent to develop impactful digital solutions that drive progress across diverse sectors and contribute meaningfully to the Kingdom's socio-economic development and digital prosperity.' Mr. Ahmed Ateyatalla Alhujairi further emphasised that fostering a culture of digital entrepreneurship is an essential pillar in advancing the strategic objectives outlined in Bahrain's Vision 2030. Mr. Tareq Fakhroo, Chairman of the Bahrain Technology Companies Society (BTECH), expressed his heartfelt appreciation and noting that such support plays a pivotal role in reinforcing the Society's efforts to drive digital innovation across the Kingdom, and added, 'The 2025 edition of the Bahrain Digital Content Award seeks to attract distinguished startups, private company, government body, or academic institution and more in the digital content arena. As in previous editions, the award will serve as a strategic platform for participants to showcase their capabilities, forge meaningful partnerships, and expand their footprint across local, regional, and international markets.' It is noteworthy that the previous edition of the Bahrain Digital Content Award achieved significant success, honouring a distinguished group of creators and renowned institutions for their outstanding contributions to the digital landscape. The event served as a testament to Bahrain's commitment to fostering a culture of innovation, excellence, and leadership in the field of digital content. The renewed patronage of His Excellency Ali Bin Saleh Al Saleh, Chairman of the Shura Council, for this year's edition further affirms the Kingdom's sustained national focus on advancing this dynamic and strategically vital sector.
