Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Thuraya has launched the Thuraya One smartphone, combining 5G, 4G, and satellite connectivity in one device. Designed for seamless communication in remote areas, it offers dual-mode functionality, a 6.67-inch AMOLED display, and a 50MP camera. The phone is now available through Thuraya’s global service partners.
Nepal Telecom has suspended its CRBT service due to technical issues, with restoration efforts underway. The company apologized to subscribers, who remain divided on the service’s value, highlighting both its popularity and past criticism as a forced add-on.
SpiderSilk, the GCC’s first cyber-AI startup, has partnered with Sirar to integrate its flagship product, Resonance, with Sirar’s managed security services. This collaboration will strengthen cybersecurity solutions, expand SpiderSilk’s market presence in Saudi Arabia, and introduce new products, driving global growth and innovation in the cybersecurity sector.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 22 December 2025: SpeakUp, the AI-powered matching app launched in April 2025 in Dubai, delivered…
L&T Technology Services and Siemens have expanded their decade-long collaboration to deliver AI-enabled and IIoT-driven automation solutions across multiple industries. The partnership will integrate Siemens’ flagship platforms with LTTS’s AI expertise to drive smarter, more sustainable, and simulation-based industrial transformation globally.
The UAE and Singapore lead global AI adoption, with over half their populations using AI tools, while Pakistan ranks among the lowest due to limited access and literacy. The report urges global efforts to close the AI divide.
PTA has proposed strict rollout obligations for Telecom Infrastructure Provider licensees, requiring minimum yearly deployment of fiber, towers, Earth Stations or landing stations. The plan targets inactive licensees and aims to drive nationwide infrastructure expansion, improve network resilience and increase accountability. Stakeholders can submit feedback before the rules are finalized.
Kaspersky has warned Sri Lanka of rising cyber threats tied to mobile banking and shopping, citing a 3.6x increase in banking Trojans in 2024. It urges regulators, corporations, and consumers to adopt stronger security measures, including national guidelines, collaboration, and greater user vigilance.
A new study shows that nearly 348 million people in the Arab world use the internet, with 228 million active social media users. TikTok is the most popular social media app in the region, particularly in the Gulf, while Facebook and YouTube lead in North Africa and Egypt, respectively.
Abu Dhabi has banned cryptocurrency mining on agricultural land, imposing a Dh100,000 fine on violators, with penalties doubling for repeat offenses. Authorities will cut power, seize equipment, and suspend support services for non-compliant farms. The move, a 900% fine increase from 2024, aims to safeguard food security and sustainability.
