Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Abdulrahman Inayat of W7Worldwide Recognized Globally at the Athar Festival 2025W7Worldwide prestigious Athar Festival 2025, in a category presented in…
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Karachi, Pakistan — November 5, 2025. The Aga Khan University’s Brain and Mind Institute (BMI) has concluded its three-day Global…
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 6 November 2025 – Confluent, the data streaming pioneer, announced the appointment of Karim Azar…
At the Future Hospitality Summit World 2025 in Dubai, the Abu Dhabi Hospitality Academy–Les Roches (ADHA–LR) spotlighted the urgent need for digital and agile talent to sustain the UAE’s rapidly expanding $10 billion hospitality market by 2028. Through programs integrating AI, sustainability, and data analytics, the academy is redefining hospitality education to meet evolving industry demands and advance Abu Dhabi’s Tourism Strategy 2030.
Fakeeh University Hospital has become the first UAE hospital to attain HIMSS EMRAM Stage 7 accreditation, marking the highest level of digital maturity in global healthcare. Leveraging AI, real-time data, and automation, the hospital delivers paperless, patient-centered care aligned with Dubai’s smart healthcare vision. The milestone reaffirms Fakeeh Health’s commitment to innovation, safety, and humanized digital transformation across the region.
du, in partnership with Nokia and MediaTek, has achieved an industry-first 6.3 Gbps 5G speed in the UAE using advanced carrier aggregation technology. The test combined four 5G TDD carriers over 400 MHz spectrum, marking a major leap in 5G+ capabilities. With this achievement, du strengthens its leadership in high-performance 5G infrastructure, paving the way for next-gen AI, enterprise, and ultra-HD digital experiences across the country.
Dialog Axiata has launched the Nubia Air 5G, Sri Lanka’s newest and most affordable 5G smartphone, combining design, performance, and accessibility. Featuring a slim 5.9 mm body, high-speed 5G chipset, HD display, and long battery life, the phone aims to make 5G connectivity mainstream. Available through Dialog Experience Centres and retail partners, the launch reaffirms Dialog’s role in leading Sri Lanka’s digital transformation.
Sri Lanka Telecom (SLT) has appointed Riyaaz Rasheed as its new CEO. A telecom veteran with 29 years of experience across Millicom, Etisalat, and Hutchison, Rasheed has also held senior leadership roles at Robi Axiata Bangladesh and Hayleys Group Sri Lanka. His appointment is expected to drive SLT’s growth and innovation as the company advances its digital transformation agenda.