Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
UNODC and UNDP held a three-day cybercrime prevention training in Tashkent to strengthen Uzbekistan’s response to online threats against youth. The programme equips professionals with modern tools, fosters digital literacy, and promotes safer online behaviour as part of a UN-backed initiative to build national resilience.
Dubai, UAE; 11 February 2025: Group-IB, a leading creator of cybersecurity technologies toinvestigate, prevent, and fight digital crime, has released…
Jordan and Syria have signed an MoU to strengthen cooperation in telecommunications, IT and postal services, focusing on digital infrastructure development, cybersecurity collaboration and regulatory coordination to improve service quality and regional connectivity.
The UAE and Saudi Arabia are emerging as global leaders in the deployment of agentic artificial intelligence, driving increased demand…
OQ has launched e-Symphony, implementing RISE with SAP on a private cloud, marking a significant upgrade from its One ERP platform. This move enhances operational efficiency, scalability, and real-time analytics, enabling data-driven decision-making and resource optimization while reinforcing OQ’s role in Oman’s economic and digital transformation.
The Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA) and Flat6Labs have launched the IT Invest program to support tech-enabled startups in Egypt. The initiative aims to equip seed and pre-Series A startups with training, resources, and networking opportunities to enhance their investment prospects and contribute to economic growth.
Pakistan’s telecom sector reported a nearly 38% rise in data usage over three years, driven by broadband growth and increased digital activity. Broadband subscribers reached 150 million with 60.8% penetration, while overall telecom subscribers hit 200 million. Despite infrastructure expansion and user growth, sector revenues declined nearly 16% in 2024-25.
Strategic partnership merges fintech-scale infrastructure with world-class cyber defense to protect governments, critical infrastructure, and enterprises across the Middle East…
The agreement establishes the framework for building industrial capabilities required for the integration of NATO-compatible long-range rocket artillery systems, including…
Bahrain’s Beyon Cyber and Jordan’s Umniah have formed a strategic partnership to extend Security Operations Centre services into Jordan, combining regional expertise with local delivery to enhance cybersecurity resilience. The collaboration reinforces Beyon Group’s regional strategy and advances digital protection across key Middle Eastern markets.