Ooredoo, Vodafone cut local calling rates to 10 Dhs/min until October
Qatar's two telecom providers have simultaneously announced the launch of their new promotions, although it is unclear how they happen to offer such similar deals.
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Qatar residents advised to protect themselves from phone scams
As scams proliferate, telecom providers have said to avoid returning unknown missed calls, especially from international numbers. Calling back could result in steep automatic charges and the loss of valuable personal information.
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Qatar mulls new policy requiring gov’t to interact with public online
Once the policy takes effect, government agencies would be required to set up websites, list active contact information and engage with residents via social media channels.
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Minister: New cyber crime methods pose threat to Qatar’s security
IctQatar minister Dr. Hessa Al Jaber said banks are particularly vulnerable to increasingly creative attack strategies, and outlined the nation's five-point security plan to deal with such threats.
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Qatar considering new ‘open data’ policy to promote transparency
Under the new policy, all government ministries would be required to release data relevant to the public, including a business register, crime stats, information about the national budget and pollution levels.
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IctQatar prioritizes digital access to workers as part of new strategy
The ministry inclusion strategy also states that while most people in Qatar have mobile phones, few residents feel comfortable with e-banking or online shopping due to security and technical concerns.
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Pilot project brings internet access to Qatar’s lowest paid workers
Human rights groups have welcomed the idea of a program to help workers stay in touch with friends and family, and undertake training courses online - but say more must be done to secure low-income expats' rights.
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Ooredoo protests after ictQATAR cancels its 4G advertising campaign
Ooredoo has been instructed to remove all current adverts for its 4G campaign, and has been told that it must mention the phrases "key service" and "terms and conditions apply" in any new advertisements.
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Qatar’s draft cybercrime law gets nod from Cabinet
The legislation is aimed at safeguarding the country's technology infrastructure. It has raised concerns in the past over provisions that would punish anyone who publishes information infringing on Qatar's "social principles or values."
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