Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
A new MoU signed at INOTEX 2025 between Iranian and Uzbek companies aims to enhance ICT cooperation, focusing on infrastructure development and advanced systems in Uzbekistan. The event also featured over 500 companies and sessions on AI, renewable energy, medical technology, and IoT, promoting global partnerships and innovations.
The 26th edition of ITCN Asia, Pakistan’s largest IT and telecom expo, will take place from May 9 to 11 at the Expo Center in Lahore. With over 1,500 global and local brands participating, the event aims to showcase Pakistan’s emerging role as a tech hub, featuring knowledge sessions on AI, Cybersecurity, and more.
A Telenor Asia study shows that nearly 90% of Bangladeshi internet users are incorporating AI into their daily lives, with mobile usage being the main driver. AI is particularly popular for social media, work, and entertainment. However, concerns around data privacy and the security of online accounts remain prevalent.
Zain Bahrain has become the first telecom company to join the national “Loyalty Rewards” programme, in partnership with Hope Talents. This initiative aims to recognize and motivate employees, complementing Zain Bahrain’s existing efforts to support Bahraini talent, align with Economic Vision 2030, and foster a rewarding work environment.
GIZ Egypt hosted a Digital Transformation Forum in Cairo, bringing together key government and industry leaders to promote the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies. The event focused on empowering Egypt’s industrial sector, with over 70 stakeholders discussing practical applications and raising awareness of digital transformation’s role in modernization.
Startup Bangladesh Limited has invested in Shikho, an EdTech startup, to accelerate the adoption of AI-driven learning tools in Bangladesh. With over $8 million in total funding, the collaboration aims to scale access to quality education across urban and rural areas, fostering an inclusive, mobile-first learning experience.
Telenor Asia’s Digital Lives Decoded report reveals the growing role of mobile technology and AI in Bangladesh, offering smarter, safer lives for users. However, concerns about online security persist, with many Bangladeshis worried about account safety and data privacy. Gender gaps in AI adoption and digital literacy remain challenges.
Cape Verde has launched Tech Park Cape Verde (TechPark CV), a €45.59 million project aimed at transforming the country into West Africa’s technology hub. The park will foster digital innovation, host 1,500 workers, and promote emerging technologies. It serves as a gateway linking Africa, Europe, and the Americas through digital services.
Morocco has been classified with medium maturity in the 2025 ESCWA Maturity Index for electronic and mobile government services. The report shows Morocco’s digital infrastructure is expanding, but improvements are needed in service development, user satisfaction, and enhancing public access, especially compared to regional leaders like Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
Cybernet, Pakistan’s leading fibre broadband provider, has chosen Nokia’s optical transport solution to deploy a new long-haul optical fibre network. The 1.2 Tbps infrastructure will connect over 25 cities, supporting data centre interconnects and high-capacity services. This will enhance Pakistan’s connectivity and support regional transit services for Central Asia.