Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Oman Lens has signed agreements to launch a satellite in 2026, equipped with 50 cm high-resolution imaging, multispectral sensors, and an AI platform capable of 400 trillion operations per second. The project supports Oman’s AI-driven digital future and strengthens the GCC’s regional technology capabilities.
PTA has denied reports of subscriber data leaks from telecom operators, stating the exposed datasets were aggregated from external sources. The authority blocked 1,372 online platforms trading personal data, while the Ministry of Interior launched a probe to identify leak origins and recommend corrective measures.
DP World has launched the Atlas service linking Morocco with the UK and Northern Europe, reducing food export times by two days and cutting carbon emissions by 70%. The initiative uses Unifeeder vessels, new reefer fleets, and DP World’s CARGOES platform to deliver fresher produce and more sustainable supply chains.
Thunes has launched instant cross-border payments in Morocco, allowing real-time dirham transfers to local bank accounts. The expansion meets rising remittance demand into North Africa and builds on Thunes’ global payments network spanning 130 countries, 80 currencies, and 320 payment methods.
Moroccan e-commerce startup Justyol has raised $1M in equity and inventory financing to expand beyond fashion into electronics and household goods. The company aims to strengthen logistics, scale cross-border trade, and position itself for a Series A by proving strong unit economics and customer retention.
The 5th Diplomatic Connect in Riyadh, co-hosted by the DCO and Kuwaiti Embassy, showcased how digital tools sustain services and empower communities during crises. Leaders emphasized agile cooperation, digital inclusion, and innovation as drivers of peace, resilience, and trust, with Kuwait steering the DCO presidency in 2025.
The GCC held a high-level ministerial meeting in Kuwait to unify cybersecurity efforts, focusing on joint frameworks, information-sharing, and stronger incident-response systems. The initiative reflects a shared Gulf vision to secure critical infrastructure and build a collaborative cyber environment resilient to evolving threats.
Knetco has been named the main partner for Huawei’s 5G Advanced deployment in Kuwait. The project will power smart cities, AI-driven industries, and advanced digital services, while showcasing Kuwait’s readiness to adopt next-generation connectivity and strengthen its role in regional digital transformation.
Zain Jordan, through ZINC, has partnered with Bab Plus, granting JOD 10,000 and one year of full support to accelerate the startup’s growth. The initiative is part of Zain Al Mubadara 2025, which provides JOD 75,000 in grants and has supported over 250 startups to date.
Ooredoo has become the first operator in Oman to launch Google Workspace through a partnership with Google Cloud and Mindware. The collaboration, unveiled at COMEX 2025, will accelerate digital adoption, strengthen SMEs, and bring Gemini-powered AI productivity tools to Omani businesses, supporting Vision 2040 and national digital transformation goals.