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The Gulf’s new front: data corridors

Amid a broader rift between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, the two Gulf powers are backing rival connectivity corridors in the region.

High-tech fiber optic cables glowing with blue light extend into the distance on the ocean floor — Getty Images Stock Photo

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A traffic jam could be brewing in the regional race to build data highways as rival Gulf states seek tech dominance. Also in this edition, we explore how India’s tech players see the Middle East, Iran’s Binance connections, and more.

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