Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Ooredoo has sold a 6% stake in Qatar’s Meeza to Fiera Capital (UK), retaining only 4% as it prepares for a full exit. The move supports Ooredoo’s strategy to expand Syntys, its AI-ready hyperscale data centre platform, across MENA to power cloud, AI, and digital transformation.
du has launched 5G+ in the UAE, delivering up to 2x faster speeds, lower latency, and improved performance through standalone 5G-Advanced infrastructure. The upgrade supports ultra-HD streaming, lag-free gaming, AI-powered apps, and next-generation mobile experiences, reinforcing the UAE’s leadership in digital connectivity.
Bangladesh’s telecom regulator BTRC has set a 10 Mbps minimum 4G download speed requirement nationwide under new QoS rules, extending to mobile operators, NTTNs, and ISPs. The policy also tightens standards for voice quality, fixed broadband, and customer service, with monthly compliance checks starting September 2025.
The UAE Cyber Security Council warned that 98% of cyberattacks stem from human error, with fraudsters exploiting social engineering tactics such as impersonation and urgency. Through its Cyber Pulse campaign, the UAE aims to strengthen awareness, digital resilience, and trust in its expanding digital ecosystem.
The UAE’s $1.57B digital transformation market is being reshaped by cloud, with Core42 leading sovereign cloud adoption. Its Azure-powered platforms ensure compliance, resilience, and AI scalability, serving 50+ customers across finance, healthcare, and government, while driving UAE’s ambition to be a global digital and AI hub.
The UAE, through G42 and its subsidiaries, is accelerating its AI-driven transformation across sectors from energy and cybersecurity to culture and finance. These advancements support the nation’s ambition to achieve digital sovereignty, enhance global competitiveness, and establish itself as a premier hub for innovation by 2030.
Sri Lanka has launched its National Cyber Protection Strategy (2025–2029), backed by the World Bank, to create a secure digital ecosystem. The plan includes a legal framework, workforce development, and public awareness, alongside the inauguration of a 24/7 National Cybersecurity Operations Center to safeguard critical infrastructure.
Sindbad Tech has raised SAR18M ($4.8M) to expand its autonomous finance solutions, backed by Alkhabeer Capital. The funding supports Saudi Vision 2030 goals of digital transformation, positioning the firm to deliver AI-driven, efficient financial tools for both enterprises and individuals across the Kingdom.
Saudi Arabia and Syria have signed an MoU linking Seha Virtual Hospital with Syria’s Health Ministry, enabling real-time consultations, digital healthcare access, and collaboration in emergency management, preventive care, and health investment. The partnership underscores Saudi Arabia’s role in regional health innovation and Syria’s efforts to rebuild its medical system.
IMARAT Group is set to disrupt Pakistan’s real estate sector by launching a full-scale proptech vertical at ITCN Asia 2025, featuring AI-driven planning tools, a Land Information System, and CRM solutions via Graana.com and Propmax.ai. The move signals Pakistan’s entry into the global proptech wave, with ambitions to unlock transparency, trust, and investment-driven growth.