Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
GITEX Global will rebrand as TechCation 2026, moving to Expo City Dubai and merging innovation with lifestyle. The December event aligns with Dubai’s D33 vision, featuring AI-driven industries, the GITEX Scale Summit, and collaborations that reinforce the UAE’s role as a global hub for technology and investment.
Lenovo has begun building its Middle East and Africa headquarters at Riyadh’s Majdoul Tower, reinforcing its commitment to Vision 2030. The project complements Lenovo’s partnership with PIF-owned ALAT, which includes a new manufacturing facility and R&D initiatives aimed at positioning Saudi Arabia as a regional technology powerhouse.
Sony celebrates Tapmad’s evolution as Pakistan’s leading OTT platform, recognizing its bold innovation, data-driven growth, and dedication to empowering local creators. Through experimentation and excellence, Tapmad continues to lead Pakistan’s digital entertainment revolution and inspire the next wave of streaming innovation.
The UAE is strengthening its global cyber leadership at GITEX GLOBAL 2025, showcasing AI, quantum, and cyber innovations while promoting international partnerships. Through initiatives like CyberE71 and NSOC, the nation aims to build a resilient, future-ready digital ecosystem aligned with its We the UAE 2031 vision.
The UAE has invested AED 44 billion in its fast-growing space sector, with the private sector now playing a larger role alongside sustained government support. Emirati firms are expanding from AI-based space applications to satellite operations, as the UAE Space Agency aims to rank among the top 10 global space hubs by 2031.
HUTCH Sri Lanka has been awarded the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification by Bureau Veritas, confirming its compliance with global information security standards. The achievement underscores HUTCH’s leadership in data protection, risk management, and cybersecurity, reinforcing customer trust and resilience in the nation’s fast-evolving telecom industry.
Yango Delivery has launched a new Car Courier service in Pakistan, enabling larger parcel deliveries across Lahore, Islamabad, and Rawalpindi. Designed for SMBs and individuals, the service bridges the gap between bikes and cargo trucks, offering insured, affordable, and flexible logistics solutions for Pakistan’s growing delivery market.
Pakistan’s ConnectHear and Ufone have launched SUNO, an AI-powered early warning system that delivers sign language disaster alerts via WhatsApp. Funded by the GSMA Innovation Fund, the initiative bridges a critical communication gap for Pakistan’s 10 million deaf citizens, ensuring inclusive, life-saving information access during emergencies.
Ooredoo Fintech has partnered with PayPal to join PayPal World, enabling nearly two billion users to shop, send money, and pay globally using local wallets. The collaboration enhances Ooredoo’s reach and strengthens its mission to provide accessible, cross-border digital financial services across the MENA region.
India’s National Communications Academy has partnered with GSMA to strengthen telecom innovation and digital governance. The collaboration will drive joint research, training, and policy development in areas like AI, 5G, and quantum communication, positioning India to lead in global telecom innovation and digital transformation.