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
Wi-Fi Nepal has reached 100,000 households in less than three years, expanding to 100+ cities with 40 regional offices. Recognized as a top 10 ISP in 2025, the company focuses on providing affordable internet to students, small businesses, and low-income families to bridge Nepal’s digital gap.
Morocco will host the debut GITEX Future Health Africa from May 4–6, 2026, targeting a projected $259 billion African healthcare market. The summit will bring together global tech giants and policymakers to discuss AI in hospitals, health sovereignty, and digital diagnostics. It marks a major step in Morocco’s goal to become Africa’s primary hub for medical technology and digital health systems.
Morocco has launched the “AI Made in Morocco” initiative to develop locally designed technological solutions for Industry X.0 and healthcare. As part of the Digital Morocco 2030 Strategy, the government also established the Al-Jazari Institute of Industry X.0 to foster collaboration between universities and industry. The plan seeks to position Morocco as a regional digital hub and capture a share of the projected $4.8 trillion global AI market.
A joint report by Kaspersky and INTERPOL reveals that 2.1 million Moroccan digital identities were stolen during Afcon 2025. Cybercriminals used infostealer malware and fraudulent websites to harvest credentials for the dark web. The surge in attacks, including DDoS and identity theft, serves as a high-stakes test for Morocco’s cybersecurity ahead of the 2030 World Cup.
Cash Plus has launched a QR code-based mobile payment service to boost digital commerce in Morocco. Adopted by 12,000 merchants since January 2026, the app-based system eliminates the need for banking hardware. The initiative leverages 5,200 agencies to drive financial inclusion and simplify digital transactions for two million users.
TEDCO, USM, and WTCI are collaborating with Jordan’s Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship for an April 6 webinar exploring Jordan as a tech gateway to the MENA region. The event focuses on Jordan’s high density of engineers, the “Jordan Source” growth program, and opportunities for Maryland tech companies to expand cross-border.
Samsung plans to convert its global production sites into fully autonomous “AI-Driven Factories” by 2030. Utilizing Agentic AI and digital twins, the company will automate quality control, logistics, and safety monitoring. The strategy includes deploying humanoid robots and establishing strict AI governance to ensure responsible and efficient autonomous manufacturing operations worldwide.
Egypt has approved its 2025–2030 National AI Strategy, focusing on cross-sector integration and the launch of a new open data policy to empower startups. The plan includes AI safety guidelines for children and a partnership with UNESCO to train government personnel across Africa. By seeking membership in global committees like CDNET, Egypt aims to cement its role as a regional hub for data and innovation.
Egypt is modernizing services for expatriates by digitizing consular procedures and simplifying customs for cars and mobile phones. A cross-ministry meeting chaired by Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty also addressed easier university admissions for students abroad and improved legal support. These steps aim to reduce bureaucratic hurdles and strengthen ties with the Egyptian diaspora.
Bangladesh mobile operators have warned of potential network collapses due to fuel shortages and power rationing triggered by Middle East conflict. AMTOB has requested the BTRC to grant priority fuel and electricity allocation to keep 185 million users connected. Lack of generator fuel threatens data centers, emergency services, and digital transactions ahead of the Eid holidays.