Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Meeza signed a QAR 750 million ($205.5 million) agreement with a leading global hyperscaler to build a 6MW data centre in Qatar, expanding to 44MW in later phases. The deal positions Qatar as a regional digital infrastructure hub supporting AI and cloud innovation.
Kuwait City, October 29, 2025 — Zain Group, a leading telecommunications and digital services provider operating across eight markets in the Middle East and Africa, has announced a 16-year high consolidated revenue of KD 1.7 billion ($5.4 billion) for the first nine months of 2025, marking a 15% year-on-year (YoY) increase.
PTCL Group and GSMA signed a long-term MoU at GITEX Global 2025 to expand Pakistan’s participation in the GSMA Open Gateway initiative. The partnership introduces new CAMARA-standard APIs to enhance authentication, security, and interoperability across digital ecosystems.
IBM and the UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment signed an agreement at GITEX 2025 to co-develop AI systems for environmental management, including CITES certificate verification and automated compliance, supporting UAE’s sustainability and digital governance goals.
du Pay and talabat launched a UAE-first digital wallet for delivery riders, offering instant salary payments, bill payments, remittances, and mobile top-ups through a secure, Central Bank-licensed system, enhancing financial inclusion and convenience for gig workers.
Daraz Sri Lanka partnered with the Ministry of Industry to train Relationship Officers under the National RO Program, equipping them to guide SMEs in digital adoption and e-commerce. The initiative supports SME growth, digital inclusion, and entrepreneurship across Sri Lanka.
TCS and Google Cloud launched the Google Cloud Gemini Experience Center in Riyadh to accelerate AI innovation across the Middle East. The hub will enable enterprises to prototype GenAI solutions, leverage Google’s infrastructure, and collaborate with TCS experts to drive digital transformation in key industries.
Snap Inc. opened a new office in Doha’s Msheireb Downtown to strengthen Qatar’s creative economy and digital ecosystem. The move supports Qatar National Vision 2030, expands Snap’s MENA footprint, and follows plans for the region’s first AR Academy to empower local creators and innovators.
PTCL Group showcased Pakistan’s digital innovation and social impact at GITEX Global 2025, unveiling partnerships in IoT, CPaaS, and device services while spotlighting women’s empowerment, digital inclusion, and accessibility initiatives. The Group also won global recognition for its solar-powered water campaign in Thar.
Pakistan’s PTA and Climate Ministry signed an MoU to promote Green ICT and climate-resilient digital infrastructure, focusing on e-waste reduction, energy-efficient networks, and eco-friendly innovation aligned with national and global sustainability goals.