Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Ericsson and Zain Bahrain have expanded their partnership to deploy advanced 5G Edge solutions, enhancing network performance with ultra-low latency and resilient connectivity. The initiative will support Industry 4.0 use cases, AI-driven applications, and enterprise digital transformation, reinforcing Bahrain’s ambitions for a future-ready digital economy.
Security experts warn that AI-powered cyberattacks are accelerating, with breaches now occurring in minutes rather than weeks. Speaking at the Oman AI Security Conference, industry leaders highlighted risks from data governance gaps, skills shortages, and post-quantum threats, calling for stronger talent development and adaptive national cybersecurity frameworks.
Turkcell has expanded its international roaming services to cover all of Syria, allowing subscribers to use data, messaging, and voice services nationwide without extra fees. Previously limited to northern regions, the move improves connectivity for travelers and reflects Türkiye’s broader engagement in supporting communication access across Syria.
Clicktap Digital has strengthened its digital marketing offerings by integrating AI-driven tools across its services. The Dubai-based agency uses predictive analytics, personalization, and automated performance marketing to help UAE businesses optimize growth, improve customer engagement, and stay competitive as the emirate positions itself as a global AI hub.
Tunisie Telecom has launched “The Gift of Supporters,” a nationwide campaign using football passion to promote blood donation. In partnership with the National Blood Transfusion Center, the initiative encourages citizens to turn sporting unity into a life-saving civic act, supporting hospitals and strengthening social solidarity across Tunisia.
Qatar hosted GCC workshops on smart factory transformation, focusing on Industry 4.0 readiness, SME support, and regional industrial cooperation. The event advanced plans for a Gulf Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution, reinforcing digital transformation as a key driver of competitiveness and sustainable industrial growth.
Ooredoo showcased two live 5G Standalone network slicing use cases at MWC Doha 2025, including remote driving and online SIM racing. The demonstrations highlighted ultra-low latency, reliability, and performance, reinforcing Ooredoo’s role in advancing next-generation connectivity and enabling future digital applications in Qatar.
Pakistan’s Telecom Roundtable 2025 brought industry leaders together to assess connectivity challenges, regulatory hurdles, and investment prospects. Discussions highlighted the need for stable infrastructure, policy clarity, and collaboration to unlock broadband growth, digital services exports, and long-term economic development across Pakistan’s evolving digital ecosystem.
Oman has achieved third place globally in AI healthcare deployment following nationwide AI-based diabetic retinopathy screening. Alongside this milestone, the government is rolling out AI pilot projects across healthcare, judiciary, education, cybersecurity, and procurement to accelerate digital transformation under Oman Vision 2040.
Oman has launched EV Group, a new digital platform that integrates EV charging, trip planning, and a marketplace for vehicles and accessories. Developed by Muscat AI Solutions, the app addresses key EV challenges, supports local businesses, and complements national EV infrastructure initiatives as adoption grows.