Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Telecommunications subscriptions in the UAE rose to 27.09 million by March’s end, with mobile subscriptions at 78.1%, active mobile users at 21.15 million, and broadband internet and fixed-line services also seeing significant growth.
Algeria’s “Switch mobile” project enables instant interbank transfers and account-to-account payments via QR codes, connecting bank and Algeria Post applications. This initiative, part of the National Electronic Payment Strategy, aims to enhance financial inclusion and modernize payment methods in Algeria.
Mal Bazaar, an Egyptian insurtech startup, has acquired a licensed insurance brokerage and launched “My Policy,” a digital platform for corporate insurance management. With over 60,000 clients, the company aims to revolutionize the insurance industry through digital transformation and enhance customer experience.
PhonePe has partnered with PickMe to offer UPI-based payments for Indian travelers in Sri Lanka, enhancing convenience and security for tourists while supporting digital transformation in the country’s transportation sector.
Bangladesh will install a fourth underwater cable by 2028 and a fifth by 2033 to meet growing bandwidth needs. Internet users have surged to 12.9 million, with internet density at 75.12%. Reduced internet costs have boosted IT sector employment and web-based business opportunities.
A 74-year-old librarian in Djerba preserves over 1,600 ancient Ibadi manuscripts. Ibadis, historically persecuted, sought refuge in remote areas. Today, they use modern technology to digitize and protect their heritage, enriching Djerba’s cultural diversity.
Liquid Intelligent Technologies and MEDI TELECOM have partnered to expand network coverage in Morocco, enhancing connectivity and services. This collaboration supports the Digital Morocco Plan 2021-2025 and benefits international businesses with improved connectivity options and innovative services.
Qatar Airways will introduce Starlink’s high-speed, low-latency Wi-Fi on three Boeing 777-300 aircraft by year-end, expanding fleet-wide within two years. This collaboration enhances passenger experience with up to 500 Mbps connectivity, enabling streaming, gaming, and more with simple one-click access.
The Cyber First Kuwait Conference, under the National Cyber Security Center’s patronage, explored strategies to secure Kuwait’s digital future. The event emphasized cross-sector collaboration, the National Cybersecurity Strategy, and significant cybersecurity investments, with projections estimating $2.405 million in revenue for 2024.
Cloudflare has expanded its Regional Services to Saudi Arabia and 18 new regions, enabling customers to localize data processing for compliance and security, while maintaining high performance and flexibility through software-defined regionalization.