Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
First Iraqi Bank (FIB) has launched Iraq’s first App-in-App project, enabling businesses to integrate directly into its platform. The initiative advances the bank’s vision of building Iraq’s first Super App, combining modern digital banking with compliance to Islamic finance principles.
Suplyd has raised $2M in pre-Series A funding to accelerate its restaurant procurement platform in Egypt. The startup, now serving 5,000+ restaurants, streamlines fragmented supply chains with tech-driven solutions. Investors see Suplyd as a category-defining player in Egypt’s $10B+ HORECA market.
Barwa Developments has signed an MoU with Telecom Egypt to equip its projects with smart communication infrastructure and digital solutions. The collaboration strengthens Barwa’s integrated development strategy, enhances investment value, and positions Telecom Egypt as a key partner in powering Egypt’s real estate sector with advanced smart city technologies.
Bangladesh’s financial sector faces escalating cyber risks as experts warn of underinvestment, skills shortages, and systemic flaws. With only 5% of banking IT budgets devoted to security and millions of identities already leaked online, urgent reforms, national collaboration, and dedicated institutions are needed to secure the country’s digital future.
Bahrain has launched its National AI Policy alongside the GCC Ethical AI Manual to foster innovation, improve public services, and ensure responsible adoption of AI. The policy focuses on economic growth, transparency, and talent development, positioning Bahrain as a Gulf leader in ethical AI governance and sustainable digital transformation.
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced plans to launch a public evaluation map that will allow subscribers to measure…
In the aftermath of devastating floods in KP, PTA and telecom operators swiftly restored 85% of damaged sites within 48 hours. To support affected residents, Jazz, Telenor, Zong, and Ufone launched free call and SMS offers, ensuring people remain connected with family and emergency services during recovery.
The Telecommunications Corporation has provided six million riyals worth of medicines to the Burns Center at Al-Thawra General Hospital in Hodeidah. The initiative, praised by local officials and hospital leaders, underscores the Corporation’s social responsibility and forms part of a broader plan to sustain healthcare support across Yemen.
U Mobile has launched Ultra5G, its standalone 5G network, at Berjaya Times Square and Penang Bridge 1, showcasing live demos of 4K streaming and network slicing. With plans to cover 170 buildings in 12 months and 80% population coverage by 2026, U Mobile is accelerating Malaysia’s 5G future.
The UAE’s MOHRE has partnered with e& money to extend wage protection services to domestic workers via the e& money app. The initiative integrates WPS, providing workers with IBANs, digital wallets, and prepaid cards, reducing cash use and promoting financial inclusion while simplifying compliance for employers.