Tech Oman

AI is not coming someday. It’s already changing how businesses build, operate, and grow.

Join Tech Oman for the inaugural event of the TechOman Innovation Campus at Desk Park — a practical session designed for founders, SME owners, professionals, and anyone curious about the real impact of AI in Oman.

Expect:
• Real-world AI use cases
• Live workflow demos
• Founder insights & discussions
• Networking with entrepreneurs and builders

And after the session?
Stay for the Founders’ Mixer, meet ambitious people, exchange ideas, and maybe even find your future co-founder.

📍 Desk Park, Muscat
🗓 Thursday, 21 May
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

🎟 Free Entry | Open to All

👉 Registration Link: https://bit.ly/4dvES0o

Your smart TV may be watching you.
Modern televisions are no longer passive screens. With built-in operating systems, internet connectivity, microphones, and apps, smart TVs collect viewing data and user behavior insights — often silently.
Experts warn that unpatched devices can also pose cybersecurity risks, potentially exposing home networks to external threats.

Read full: https://techoman.om/your-smart-tv-is-watching-you/

Deepfake scams in Oman are on the rise.
Experts warn that manipulated videos are becoming increasingly advanced, localized, and tailored to deceive individuals. Authorities urge the public to verify suspicious content and report fraudulent material to National Cybersecurity Centre.
Public awareness remains key to preventing further incidents.

Read full: https://techoman.om/omani-deepfake-scams-are-on-the-rise/

Oman tightens regulations on the sale and registration of drones.
The updated rules aim to strengthen oversight, enhance safety, and ensure responsible use of unmanned aerial systems across the Sultanate.

Read full: https://techoman.om/oman-tightens-rules-on-drone-sale-and-registration/

Mwasalat introduces card payment options across its bus network.
The upgrade supports cashless transactions and reflects ongoing efforts to enhance smart mobility solutions in the Sultanate.

Read full: https://techoman.om/mwasalat-buses-to-accept-card-payments/

Meta Platforms plans to integrate facial recognition technology into its smart glasses.
The development signals a significant step in wearable AI, raising both innovation prospects and privacy concerns around biometric data use.

Read full: https://techoman.om/meta-to-integrate-facial-recognition-technology-into-its-smart-glasses/

Big move for Oman’s digital future 🇴🇲
Omantel launches O Tech to accelerate the nation’s digital transformation drive.
A strategic step toward innovation, smarter infrastructure, and a stronger tech ecosystem.
The transformation is happening and it’s happening now.

Read full: https://techoman.om/omantel-launches-o-tech-to-support-omans-digital-transformation-drive/

Oman’s tech future needs strong voices.

If you’re a woman leading in digital transformation, innovation, AI, startups, or strategy — we want you on stage.

Let’s move from visibility to influence.
🎤 Call for Speakers now open
🗓 Last date: 10th March 2026
🔗 Apply here: www.techoman.om/TechWoman

Ramadan Kareem 🌙

May this month bring reflection, clarity, and renewed purpose.
Wishing our TechOman community peace, growth, and meaningful connections during this blessed time.

TechOman appoints Anum Kamran as Vice President - The Arabian Stories News TechOman has announced the appointment of Anum Kamran as Vice President, marking the first leadership appointment since the platform’s launch.