Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
TII, VentureOne, and e& have launched QuantumConnect, a UAE-built quantum key distribution solution for secure communications. By embedding quantum encryption into fibre infrastructure, it provides future-proof protection against quantum threats, ensures compliance with UAE regulations, and strengthens security for finance, healthcare, government, and other critical sectors.
du has announced Oracle, Cisco, HPE, Huawei, and other global tech leaders as partners for Envision 2025, an event themed around AI and digital transformation. The gathering will highlight AI-first innovation, sovereign cloud, robotics, and Industry 4.0 to accelerate the UAE’s National AI Strategy.
Orange Tunisie has appointed Stéphane Varret as Managing Director, succeeding Thierry Millet. With two decades of experience across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, Varret brings strong expertise in finance, infrastructure, and digital transformation, reinforcing Orange Tunisia’s focus on innovation and high-speed service development.
Sri Lanka has issued its first Telecom Infrastructure Services License to EDOTCO, allowing independent firms to manage telecom towers. The move will reduce operator costs, expand rural coverage, and advance digital inclusion by promoting shared infrastructure, efficiency, and sustainability across the island’s telecom sector.
Saudi Arabia is solidifying its role as a digital economy leader, with $4.4 billion in tech investments, advanced 5G rollout, cloud expansion, and AI-focused talent programs. Backed by regulatory reforms and innovation initiatives, the Kingdom now contributes 50% of regional digital economy growth and 15% of GDP.
The Senate IT Committee voiced frustration over Pakistan’s delayed 5G rollout, PTCL’s unpaid $800 million dues, and Telenor’s possible exit from the market. Lawmakers pressed for legal dispute resolution, transparency in the 5G auction, and direct government engagement with telecom operators to prevent further setbacks in the sector.
Systems Limited and Mashreq have renewed and expanded their two-year technology partnership, strengthening Pakistan’s role as a regional IT hub. The collaboration enables Mashreq to accelerate digital banking initiatives, while positioning Systems Limited as a trusted partner delivering globally competitive talent and solutions to the financial services sector.
Jazz Business has partnered exclusively with Mechrevo to introduce premium IT hardware solutions in Pakistan. The collaboration will provide enterprises with advanced computing infrastructure, strengthen Mechrevo’s presence nationwide, and reinforce Jazz Business’s role as a full-spectrum ICT enabler combining connectivity, cloud, cybersecurity, and enterprise-grade hardware.
Oman participated in UNESCO’s Digital Week, presenting its progress in digital transformation, education technology, and ICT-driven services. The country showcased smart governance and digital learning initiatives while aligning its agenda with UNESCO’s global goals of inclusion, access, and responsible technology use.
The $23 million Kenya–Oman subsea cable by Safaricom and Meta will provide East Africa with cheaper, more reliable internet and greater resilience. For Safaricom, it marks independence from leased systems, while Meta strengthens its role in Africa’s connectivity through major subsea, data, and fiber investments.