Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Contact Financial Holding and noon Payments have partnered to enhance Egypt’s digital payments by integrating financing services and digital payment options within Contact’s AI-driven ContactNow app. The collaboration introduces BNPL services and expands payment flexibility for merchants and consumers, aiming to revolutionize financial accessibility across the market.
Intelsat and the Whitaker Peace & Development Initiative are bringing satellite internet to ten community learning centres in South Sudan and Uganda, enabling access to digital education in underserved and conflict-affected areas. This collaboration supports WPDI’s mission to foster peace and community development by expanding educational resources and digital literacy.
Hibrid and Alibaba Cloud have formed a strategic alliance to enhance streaming technology and infrastructure in the Middle East and GCC. By combining Hibrid’s platform with Alibaba’s cloud capabilities, the partnership will optimize streaming performance, reduce latency, and support diverse industries with AI-powered digital solutions. This collaboration underscores a shared commitment to innovation and regional digital transformation.
Arkan Solutions has expanded its PSTN integration services for DHL Express into Kuwait, Qatar, and Jordan, building on its earlier rollout in Egypt. The partnership with British Telecom facilitates DHL’s cloud-first contact center strategy across the Middle East, providing compliant, high-quality voice integration tailored to local markets. Additional deployments are scheduled for 2025, supporting DHL’s ongoing digital transformation efforts.