Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Oman is showcasing its AI-powered tourism strategy at the UNWTO General Assembly in Riyadh, highlighting innovation, human capital, and sustainability. Led by Minister Salim Al Mahrouqi, the initiative aims to integrate digital technologies into destination management and redefine the future of tourism.
Morocco is implementing an ethical framework for digital platforms and AI, supported by a new law on digital services and a national AI roadmap. The initiative aims to secure digital sovereignty, promote innovation, and strengthen cybersecurity amid rising digital threats.
Maroc Telecom has rebranded with a bold red logo and national icon Yassine Bounou as ambassador, aligning with Morocco’s Digital 2030 vision. The transformation reflects innovation, national pride, and the company’s mission to drive 5G expansion and digital inclusion across the kingdom.
Zain partnered with the 9th EU-GCC Business Forum to advance Kuwait’s vision of becoming a regional technology and innovation hub. The company highlighted its 4WARD strategy, commitment to digital transformation, and efforts to empower local talent and entrepreneurship.
Jordan climbed six spots to 44th in the 2025 IMD World Digital Competitiveness Ranking, reflecting national progress in digital transformation, education, and innovation under the Economic Modernization Vision. The achievement strengthens Jordan’s position as a regional hub for technology and entrepreneurship.
Zammit has partnered with Zid App to boost Egypt’s e-commerce ecosystem, enabling entrepreneurs and SMEs to expand their digital presence. The collaboration aims to drive regional growth, innovation, and digital transformation across the Middle East’s online retail market.
eNovate, in partnership with Visa and Arab Bank, has launched Rize — Egypt’s first digital banking ecosystem for university students. Combining ID functionality with smart payments, Rize aims to promote youth financial literacy, inclusion, and digital innovation across Egyptian campuses.
Bangladesh Bank has ordered 13 mobile financial service providers to block online gambling transactions and use AI systems to detect illegal payments. The directive reinforces the central bank’s crackdown on digital financial misuse and aims to tighten oversight across Bangladesh’s MFS sector.
Starlink has partnered with Veon in its largest direct-to-cell deal to date, enabling satellite-to-phone service for 150 million users across Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Pakistan, and beyond. The collaboration strengthens Starlink’s lead in global connectivity as satellite telecom competition accelerates.
Beyon Cyber and Bahrain Polytechnic have signed an MoU to advance AI research and develop Bahrain’s cybersecurity talent. The collaboration integrates Beyon’s Orryx AI SOC platform with Bahrain Polytechnic’s new postgraduate programs, fostering innovation, job creation, and digital transformation leadership.