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SMEX • 08 Mar 2024

Digital wallets on hold in Lebanon, telecom minister stalling decisions

The Public Procurement Authority has halted efforts by Alfa (one of Lebanon’s state-owned mobile operators) to conclude a direct contract…

  • e-wallets
  • Lebanon
  • minister of telecommunications
Safaa Ayyad • 16 May 2023

Does Blocking ‘Bolt’ in Lebanon Serve the Interests of Drivers or Monopolists?

“My only option is to use Bolt’s motorbike service, both to avoid traffic and for the low ride fare,” Tima,…

  • Bolt
  • Careem
  • Lebanon
Bassel Amine • 11 Oct 2022

Has the internet become a luxury in Lebanon?

  • Financial crisis
  • Lebanon
  • minister of telecommunications