Starlink Expands Into Oman: A Major Step In Regional Connectivity

by News Editor

March 31, 2025

Elon Musk’s Starlink is revolutionizing internet accessibility, now with the latest expansion into Oman. Following approval from the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA), Starlink Muscat aims to blanket all regions of Oman with satellite-based broadband, offering speeds up to 100 megabytes per second.

Targeting remote areas that lack reliable internet, Starlink plans to enhance sectors like oil and gas, mining, agriculture, and tourism through smart telecommunication solutions. Notably, Starlink’s infrastructure can also connect towers in challenging terrains, further aiding Oman’s digital evolution.

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Plans For Wider Regional Reach

The upcoming regions to potentially join the Starlink family by 2025 include Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan. Impressively, Starlink is already empowering over 50% of Qatar Airways’ Boeing 777s with in-flight connectivity.

In the UAE and Saudi Arabia, regulatory approvals are still pending. However, a license has been issued in the UAE effective from June 2024, marking a promising future for connectivity in the Middle East.

A Global Achiever

Starlink continues to make waves globally, with services now available in Armenia, reaching over 5 million customers across 130 markets. The Omani entry will not only bolster competition but also enrich services for local businesses and individuals. Under Royal Decree No. 42/2023, Starlink Muscat is set to redefine connectivity in Oman.

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Stelios Bi-Communal Awards To Award €500,000 Across 39 Teams In Cyprus

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

May 5, 2026

The annual Stelios Bi-Communal Awards, a hallmark of cross-community collaboration in Cyprus, will once again celebrate the innovative joint ventures between Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot entrepreneurs. The ceremony, scheduled for June 8 in Nicosia, underscores the vital role of business co-operation in fostering both economic growth and peaceful coexistence on the island.

Strengthening The Fabric Of Bi-Communal Collaboration

This year marks the 16th consecutive edition of the awards, which have contributed to creating business partnerships across the island. Organizers confirmed that 39 bi-communal teams, representing 78 entrepreneurs, will participate. According to the official announcement, Nikos Christodoulides is expected to attend the ceremony, adding institutional presence to the event.

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Catalysing Innovation And Economic Opportunity

Teams are evaluated based on collaboration, innovation and business potential. The prize structure includes a Gold Award of €150,000, shared equally between partners. Two teams will receive Silver Awards totaling €200,000, while six teams will share €150,000 under the Bronze category. This structure distributes funding across multiple ventures at different stages of development.

A Legacy Of Partnership And Investment

Since its launch, the programme has distributed more than €5.3 million in prize funding. Support comes from Stelios Haji-Ioannou, founder of the easy family of brands and chairman of the Stelios Philanthropic Foundation. The initiative continues to focus on supporting joint ventures between Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot entrepreneurs.

The Road Ahead

The upcoming ceremony, set to be held at the Stelios Philanthropic Foundation headquarters at 5 Markou Drakou Street in Nicosia at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, June 8, 2026, promises to be a landmark event. It will gather entrepreneurs and senior officials in a celebration of bi-communal success, reaffirming the potential of entrepreneurship to bridge divides and drive sustainable growth in Cyprus.

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