Muscat, Oman : Yango Group, a global technology company, announced the launch of "Yasmina," a bilingual, human-like smart assistant, in the Sultanate of Oman. With superior speaking and understanding capabilities in both Arabic and English, "Yasmina" is integrated into the Midi , Mini , and Lite smart speakers, offering a natural and intelligent interactive experience that meets the needs of users in the region.

Yasmina's advanced capabilities are powered by a developed language model, which forms a core component of the YangoAI technology suite—a suite of AI technologies specifically designed for the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region.

Yasmina goes beyond traditional functions such as playing music and controlling smart home devices, offering distinct local features, including adhan and prayer times based on Muscat time, traditional recipe suggestions such as the Omani barbecue meal, and assistance in planning family trips to popular destinations like Wadi Shab. The assistant also supports religious activities by reciting surahs and playing the adhan, in addition to providing accurate Hijri dates, helping users maintain a strong connection to their religious customs and culture.

Yasmina encourages intellectual curiosity among all age groups by simplifying complex topics, enhancing language skills, and providing interactive stories, making it an ideal tool for use at home, in classrooms, and on the go. It also offers instant translation between Arabic and English, making it an invaluable tool for learners, teachers, and content creators.

Islam Abdel Karim, Regional Director of Yango Group in the Middle East, said: “Artificial intelligence technologies are radically transforming the way people live, learn, and communicate, and we believe that these technologies must be accessible to everyone, everywhere. The Sultanate of Oman has demonstrated ambitious steps in adopting artificial intelligence as a fundamental part of its national digital transformation strategy, and we are proud to expand our ecosystem with smart and advanced services that meet the aspirations of citizens. Through Yasmina and our diverse products, we affirm our commitment to providing innovative solutions that support Oman’s vision of building an independent and sustainable technology ecosystem.”

For its part, Ithkaa Group, the technology investment arm of the Oman Investment Authority, stated: “At Ithkaa, we strongly support initiatives within our portfolio companies that aim to align advanced technologies with unique local needs. We appreciate the contribution of the Yango Group in strengthening the digital transformation ecosystem in the Sultanate. The Yasmina smart headphones will help families, students, and individuals explore the possibilities of artificial intelligence in familiar and practical ways. We believe that such innovations are fully aligned with the goals of Oman Vision 2040.”

This expansion comes as part of Yango Group's ongoing commitment to accelerating digital innovation in the region. The launch of Yasmina in Oman reflects the company's efforts to bridge the gap between advanced technology and the needs of local communities.

Yasmina smart headphones are now available in various traditional and online stores across the Sultanate of Oman.

To fully benefit from the Yasmina headset's features, users need an active subscription to Yango Play , the premium AI-powered entertainment app available in several Gulf countries. Subscriptions may be subject to specific fees and terms.

About Yango Group

Yango Group is a global technology company that works to enrich and empower local communities by transforming global technologies and innovations into everyday services and making them accessible. Committed to innovation, we focus on reshaping and enhancing leading-edge technologies from around the world, seamlessly delivering them as integrated everyday services in diverse regions. Our mission is to bridge the gap between leading global innovations and local communities, enhancing connectivity and everyday experiences.

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