Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Nepal has inaugurated its first National AI Centre in Kathmandu to drive digital transformation, strengthen governance, and support innovation under the Digital Nepal vision. The Centre will implement the AI Policy 2082, foster public-private collaboration, and promote AI adoption across sectors.
UNDP and FLock.io are launching an NFT- and AI-powered marketplace to help Moroccan artisans authenticate and sell their crafts globally, even as Morocco finalizes its digital asset law under Bill 42.25. The initiative bridges innovation and regulation in a rapidly evolving digital economy.
November 11, 2025: Netflix’s latest ISP Speed Index—which measures prime-time streaming performance—shows a general uptick in global internet speeds, with notable gains by providers in Kuwait and the United States.
Ericsson and ITIDA have signed a three-year MoU to strengthen Egypt’s ICT industry through digital skills programs, innovation partnerships, and offshoring expansion, supporting youth employment and aligning with Egypt’s Vision 2030.
FOO and eNovate have launched Egypt’s first digital student app, merging financial services, digital payments, and gamified experiences to promote youth financial literacy. Hosted securely on eFinance’s cloud, the platform empowers Gen Z students with smart, compliant, and engaging digital tools.
Paramount and Bahrain’s National Cyber Security Centre have launched a joint MITRE D3FEND training initiative to enhance regional cyber defense skills through advanced, evidence-based frameworks and certifications, reinforcing Bahrain’s leadership in cybersecurity excellence across the GCC.
India’s NPCI International Payments Limited and Bahrain’s BENEFIT have linked UPI with Fawri+, enabling instant, secure cross-border remittances for millions, especially Bahrain’s Indian community. Simultaneously, NBBL launched forex services on Bharat Connect, expanding India’s retail digital finance ecosystem.
Turkcell has entered into a strategic cloud technology partnership with Google, committing $1 billion through 2032 to expand data centers and boost digital infrastructure. The collaboration focuses on enhancing cloud innovation, enterprise transformation, and Turkey’s digital competitiveness.
Thuraya, a subsidiary of Space42, has launched its Thuraya-4 satellite in South Africa to expand national coverage, strengthen communications for key sectors, and advance Vision 2030’s digital inclusion goals. The rollout aligns with Space42’s broader African strategy connecting schools, clinics, and governments through AI-powered satellite infrastructure.
Paratus Group has launched “Paratus 500,” a unified network connecting 15 sub-Saharan African markets via fibre, satellite, and subsea routes. Covering 500 million people, the service integrates terrestrial and LEO networks to deliver scalable, high-quality connectivity across the region.