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
By aligning responsible lending, inclusive growth, and robust governance, BankDhofar is contributing to Oman’s economic diversification and long-term sustainability agenda.
Du Pay’s Flexi Cash Loan uses wallet data, regulated lending, and fintech credit analytics to deliver fast, transparent short-term loans for underserved UAE expat workers through a fully digital experience.
Bahrain activates smart traffic cameras to detect seat belt and mobile phone violations, urging drivers to ensure their app details are up to date for notifications and compliance.
China’s AlSat-3 programme with Algeria highlights expanding space cooperation focused on earth observation, data services, and capacity building for environmental and planning applications.
Vodafone Qatar’s 2025 performance was marked by strong revenue growth, higher margins, rising cash flow, and expanded digital investments, supporting both shareholder returns and Qatar’s national digital transformation goals.
China and Singapore commit to strengthening joint efforts against telecom and online fraud through deeper law enforcement collaboration, improved mechanisms, and long-term strategic coordination across security, immigration, and economic crime prevention.
Chad’s ARCEP signed an MoU with Azercosmos to collaborate on satellite services, spectrum management, earth observation, AI integration, and digital transformation, alongside joint commercial projects and education programs to build local skills and innovation capacity.
Nigeria’s NCC has partnered with the NSCDC to curb escalating fibre optic damage largely caused by uncoordinated construction and roadworks. Despite CNII protections and reporting platforms, incidents remain high, with MTN reporting 25 cuts daily. Safeguarding fibre is critical as Nigeria advances its $2 billion, 90,000 km national connectivity rollout.
Siemens opens its first Digital Industries Software office in Saudi Arabia to localise operations, enable direct support, and deliver the full Siemens Xcelerator portfolio, strengthening collaboration with key customers and academia while advancing Vision 2030, industrial digitalisation, and Saudization through long-term skills and ecosystem development.
Dubai – [2 February 2026]: GFH Financial Group BSC (“GFH” or “the Group”) is pleased to announce that it has…