Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Saudi Arabia has launched a digital guide to streamline coastal tourism regulations, starting with yachting activities. The platform centralizes requirements, improves transparency for tourists and investors, and supports sustainable tourism growth under Vision 2030.
Pakistan will host a National AI Conference in early 2026 to strengthen its AI ecosystem and promote adoption across sectors such as healthcare, education, agriculture, fintech, and governance. The event will connect startups, policymakers, researchers, and investors to drive innovation and responsible AI use.
PTCL has completed the acquisition of Telenor Pakistan and Orion Towers, creating a larger telecom platform pending full integration. The deal aims to strengthen customer experience, expand reach, and accelerate innovation under regulatory oversight.
Nayatel’s SIP Trunk enables Pakistani businesses to manage high call volumes through scalable, internet-based voice channels. Integrated with cloud PBX, it improves reliability, reduces costs, and supports multi-branch and remote teams across sectors like banking, healthcare, and customer service.
Chinese aerospace firm PIESAT showcased satellite, drone, and AI technologies at AI Rise Expo 2025 in Islamabad, reinforcing China–Pakistan cooperation in space, digital innovation, and satellite internet initiatives supporting development and resilience.
Oman is strengthening its role as a regional investment hub through regulatory reform, digital government services, and investor-friendly policies aligned with Vision 2040. Simplified company setup, low costs, and rising FDI reflect growing confidence in the Sultanate’s business environment.
JCDecaux Oman has launched Digital Impact, a new DOOH network of 15 digital roadside screens in partnership with Muscat Municipality. The initiative combines advertising, civic communication, sustainability, and local talent development to support Muscat’s smart city and urban transformation goals.
The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security has implemented 15 projects under the Zero Bureaucracy Government Program to deliver proactive, integrated, and AI-enabled services. The initiatives streamline procedures, reduce duplication, and enhance customer experience across identity, residency, investment, travel, and border services.
Saudi Arabia’s digital economy contributed 16 percent of GDP in 2024, driven by strong growth in ICT revenues, telecommunications activity, and a sharp rise in ICT exports and imports, reflecting the sector’s expanding role in the national economy.
Nepal is targeting Rs 300 billion in annual IT exports by easing overseas investment rules and simplifying profit repatriation. Regulatory reforms, rising global demand, and a growing remote workforce are positioning the IT sector as a major driver of jobs, exports, and long-term digital economic growth.