Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Singer Sri Lanka expands 5G smartphone offerings with exclusive HONOR launches, reinforcing its market leadership and commitment to broad 5G accessibility alongside global brands.
Wa’ed Ventures backs Lucidya’s $30 million Series B funding, marking a record raise for an AI company in Saudi Arabia, joined by Impact46 and other investors.
Pakistan’s Crypto Minister Bilal Bin Saqib meets El Salvador’s President Bukele to formalize Bitcoin cooperation via a Letter of Intent, pioneering “Biplomacy” and advancing tech-driven bilateral crypto engagement.
PTA partners with Opensignal to monitor telecom network performance and enforces new satellite internet regulations requiring licenses for foreign providers, aiming to enhance connectivity quality and security in Pakistan.
Oman’s e-commerce sector is rapidly expanding, driven by social media marketing and regulatory support. While challenges like fraud and cancellations persist, government initiatives aim to build a secure, advanced digital trade environment.
Mobile phone ownership in Nepal exceeds 80%, yet only 6% use mobile money. Despite this, mobile money drives formal savings growth amid persistent gender and access gaps. Digital finance and financial inclusion show promise for empowerment and economic development.
Aman Maharjan wins Ncell’s League of Creators talent hunt, securing a Rs 1 million brand deal. The program, supported by expert mentors and a distinguished jury, spotlights Nepal’s rising digital creators and aims to fuel their career growth.
ORA Technologies raises $7.5 million to scale its Kooul food delivery platform and ORA Cash mobile wallet, driving digital payments and e-commerce adoption in Morocco with a record-breaking funding round.
MyMonty teams up with Mastercard to boost digital payment solutions in Lebanon, enhancing transaction security and convenience while supporting the nation’s transition to a cashless digital economy.
Bahrain and Kuwait reinforce cooperation in transport and infrastructure, focusing on maritime connectivity and joint Gulf projects to promote regional integration and economic development under GCC vision.