Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Ripple partnered with Bahrain Fintech Bay to advance blockchain and stablecoin adoption, introducing RLUSD and custody solutions to local institutions. The move builds on Ripple’s DFSA license and aligns with Bahrain’s stablecoin framework, enabling pilots in tokenization, payments, and education across the Kingdom’s regulated fintech ecosystem.
Bahrain has asked iOS users to update to version 26.2 to receive emergency alerts as it rolls out a phased wireless warning system to improve public safety. The move supports faster communication during crises, while Android and Huawei users require no action. Kuwait has also begun routine siren testing.
Algeria launches Alsat-3A from China, enhancing high-resolution Earth observation, geospatial intelligence, and mapping capabilities through continued collaboration between ASAL and CASC.
Libya and European stakeholders convene in Malta to explore transport, telecoms, and IT investments, aiming to modernize infrastructure, strengthen economic ties, and position Libya as a key trade corridor between Europe and Africa.
Almadar Aljadid launches 5G in Tripoli, completing North Africa’s Mediterranean-wide transition to 5G as phased expansion aims to improve connectivity and enable digital services across key sectors.
Zain Kuwait earns ‘Best Telecom’ and ‘Most Innovative Telecom’ awards for 2025, recognizing its leadership in 5G-Advanced deployment, AI-driven network operations, Open RAN trials, and digital transformation initiatives that enhance infrastructure performance, customer experience, and support Kuwait’s digital economy ambitions.
Coordination between Yemen’s Civil Service Ministry, the Public Telecommunications Corporation, and Yemen Mobile focused on updating employee data in the central database and improving institutional alignment to enhance service quality and support national development.
China outlines plans to deploy gigawatt AI data centres in orbit within five years, integrating solar power, satellite constellations, and digital-intelligence infrastructure as part of its national AI strategy, while global players like SpaceX, Starcloud, and Madari Space explore similar space-based computing concepts.
Arabsat selects ACTIA to deploy Q/V-Band gateways for ARABSAT-7A, strengthening its shift to software-defined satellite architecture and enabling resilient, high-capacity broadband services across enterprise, mobility, aviation, maritime, and government sectors through advanced ground segment infrastructure and flexible routing capabilities across its regional footprint.
MEASAT and Mudah Healthtech have expanded their Sihat Xpress telehealth service to two remote villages in Sabah using satellite-connected kiosks powered by CONNECTme NOW, giving nearly 1,000 residents access to self-care tools and on-demand doctor consultations as part of a broader plan to bring digital healthcare to underserved rural communities across Malaysia.