Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
BENEFIT and Ant International are partnering to link Bahrain’s national QR system with Alipay+, enabling international travellers to pay at Bahraini merchants using partner wallets starting in 2026. The agreement also explores outbound QR usage for Bahraini consumers. The initiative strengthens Bahrain’s digital payments ecosystem and deepens its integration with global fintech networks.
ONE App, powered by Al Salam Bank, has won the Best Project for Digital Transformation at the 2025 eGovernment Excellence Awards. The honour recognises the platform’s role in reshaping Bahrain’s financial sector through smart, integrated digital services that enhance user experience, strengthen sector-wide innovation, and contribute to national digital transformation goals.
stc Bahrain and Huawei have introduced new digital solutions focused on strengthening SMB digital transformation, including Huawei’s eKit services and updated Ideahub smart screen promotions. Launched at a joint event, the initiative aims to equip businesses with accessible tools for efficiency and growth while reinforcing stc Bahrain’s role as a national digital enabler.
Kalimna has launched its iOS and Android mobile app, enabling GCC businesses to monitor their Arabic AI phone agents on the go. The companion app syncs with the Kalimna dashboard to display real-time calls, leads and campaign activity. Designed for regional workflows, it prioritizes simplicity and strong security through encrypted API key access.
Algeria and the International Energy Forum strengthened their partnership during a meeting between Minister Mohamed Arkab and IEF Secretary-General Jassim Alshirawi in Riyadh. The two sides discussed global market volatility, energy security, and the need for sustained investment in hydrocarbons alongside clean technologies. They highlighted Algeria’s leadership role, including the historic 2016 Algiers Accord, and agreed to deepen cooperation, skills transfer, and technology integration to support global market stability.
Algeria has inaugurated a new joint digital contact center in Bani Thor, built with Algeria Post, Mobilis, and Algeria Telecom. Equipped with modern facilities, the center improves nationwide customer service while creating 400 jobs. It supports Algeria’s broader plan to grow the call center sector to 10,000 jobs by 2027, generate $1.2 billion in revenue by 2029, and build a competitive regional outsourcing industry.
The UAE has launched a US$1 billion “AI for Development” initiative to support AI-driven growth across Africa. Managed by ADEX, the program will fund projects in key sectors like education, agriculture, and infrastructure to strengthen digital ecosystems and improve government services. The initiative aims to accelerate sustainable development, deepen UAE–Africa partnerships, and expand economic resilience across the continent.
Intersec 2026’s InCyber Briefing will equip CISOs and cybersecurity leaders with practical insights into AI governance, digital threat evolution, and post-quantum readiness. With the UAE cybersecurity market growing rapidly, the event includes expert keynotes, strategic roundtables, and high-level discussions on securing national infrastructure during accelerated digital transformation. The 27th edition will be the largest to date.
Aramco and Pasqal have deployed Saudi Arabia’s first quantum computer, a 200-qubit neutral-atom system installed at Aramco’s Dhahran data center. The milestone positions the Kingdom as a regional quantum leader, enabling new industrial applications, boosting innovation, and supporting the development of Saudi Arabia’s quantum talent through training and research programs.
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