Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
In an unprecedented strategic move, EOS X SPACE strengthens its global leadership with the acquisition of Space Perspective, the innovative…
Azizi Developments advances digital transformation with a new customer service platform, unified mobile app, Avaya communications system, Labour Support Center, and SAP rollout. These initiatives improve service speed, reduce costs, and support scalable growth, reinforcing its leadership in Dubai’s real estate sector.
Du’s Q2 2025 profit rose over 25% to Dh727 million, with H1 net income up 22.4%. Revenue grew 8.6%, EBITDA 16.4%. Subscriber base expanded strongly. Strategic launches and market diversification support continued growth and shareholder returns.
Ooredoo supports 200 students at Qatar’s Cyber Security Youth Summer Camp, providing hands-on learning about protecting digital infrastructure. The initiative advances youth skills and national cybersecurity in line with Qatar Vision 2030.
Sadia Sattar, founder of Pak Bangla Connect, talks with Misbah Azam about Pakistan-Bangladesh relations, exploring shared history, social media activism, and geopolitics.
Ayn platform enriches Khareef Dhofar Season with interactive cultural content, a child-focused learning interface, and live media broadcasts, promoting Omani heritage and tourism to regional and global audiences.
Oman’s SafaQat raised funding from Oman Future Fund and Idrak Group to expand its award-winning digital procurement platform, grow government and market presence, and empower youth with training and SME support. It is advancing AI tools for bidding and price forecasting.
Morocco partners with Onepoint to launch an AI and Data Center of Excellence in Casablanca, aiming to train 45,000 tech professionals and create 500 jobs by 2030. The move strengthens Morocco’s digital ambitions alongside investments from Oracle, Nokia, Cisco, and Naver.
Maroc Telecom’s total customer base topped 80 million in H1 2025 (+2.3%), led by subsidiary growth across Africa. Mobile subscribers in Morocco reached 18.9 million, while international operations serve over 57 million. Consolidated revenue rose 1.2% to $3.67 billion despite slight net profit decline.
Visa and BLOM BANK launch the CEMEA region’s first Digital Onboarding solution, streamlining account opening via the eBLOM app in Lebanon. Powered by Visa Consulting & Analytics, it enhances user experience and supports digital banking transformation.