Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Meta and UAE’s Digital Wellbeing Council have launched Instagram ‘teen accounts’ with enhanced safety features and privacy controls, marking a regional first to protect young users from harmful content and support responsible digital engagement.
Türk Telekom partners with Parallel Wireless and Net Insight to develop satellite-independent synchronisation for Open RAN, driving 6G standardisation and enhancing network security and efficiency.
Saudi AI company Humain launches Humain Create division, partnering with Luma AI to develop photorealistic AI tools for media and gaming, aligning with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 to boost economic diversification and technological leadership.
Africa Data Centres and Blue Turtle collaborate to offer secure, compliant colocation and cloud services in South Africa, supporting enterprises’ digital transformation and regulatory compliance.
AI-powered tools and digital platforms are enabling MENA’s social-first entrepreneurs to expand beyond social media, building professional websites and centralized presences essential for sustainable business growth and credibility.
Zain KSA initiates commercial 5G Standalone deployment on the 600 MHz band, enhancing nationwide coverage and enabling advanced digital services. The rollout supports Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goals for innovation and connectivity expansion.
Qatar’s MoPH, with LSE and Hoffmann-La Roche, conducted a comprehensive workshop to build national Health Technology Assessment capacity. The initiative aims to support evidence-based healthcare decision-making and sustainability aligned with Qatar National Vision 2030.
Jazz celebrates Pakistan’s 200 million mobile subscriber milestone, reaffirming its leadership in digital inclusion and innovation. With a broad portfolio of digital services, Jazz continues to drive accessible technology solutions across the country.
Nepal’s telecom regulator NTA has reinforced the importance of using only authorized frequency bands with permission to avoid interference and service disruption. Unauthorized frequency use, including microwave and satellite bands, will be subject to investigation and penalties.
Nigeria’s space agency NASRDA has partnered with GalaxySpace to roll out nationwide direct-to-device satellite internet, enabling enhanced connectivity and fostering local space technology development. This marks a major step toward expanding Nigeria’s telecom reach beyond traditional networks.