Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
The UAE’s TDRA is consulting on new “category B” licences that could allow Starlink resellers to operate locally, expanding satellite internet access to sectors from maritime to aviation.
e& has introduced Monitoring-as-a-Service in the UAE, offering real-time infrastructure insights, early fault detection, and industry-tailored solutions to enhance operational resilience and business continuity.
Bahrain’s MyGov app now offers 24 new services across multiple sectors, integrates more apps, and enhances ID card issuance features, reinforcing its role as the country’s unified platform for digital government services.
Pixxel-led consortium will deliver India’s first Earth observation satellite system—12 satellites over 4–5 years—enhancing data sovereignty, reducing foreign dependence, and supporting applications from agriculture to disaster response.
floLIVE has launched a multi-IMSI IoT service offering affordable, always-on video surveillance and tracking for logistics in sub-Saharan Africa, reducing costs by 70% and ensuring seamless cross-border connectivity.
Axiata signed an MoU with Cambodia’s MPTC to enhance cybersecurity readiness, develop local talent, and improve cross-border threat response amid rising cyber incidents and regional tensions.
Sri Lanka will launch nationwide 5G by late 2025, with spectrum in 3.5 GHz and 27 GHz bands auctioned soon under TRCSL’s new framework. The move aims to boost connectivity, economic recovery, and investment appeal.
du has deployed 5G-Advanced with Huawei, delivering faster speeds, stronger coverage, and greener operations—making the UAE the first country to roll out the technology and opening new possibilities for smart cities, IoT, and next-gen connectivity.
Hub71 added 13 AI start-ups in early 2025, boosting its AI portfolio to 53 companies and enhancing Abu Dhabi’s standing as a global innovation hub supported by strong infrastructure, regulation, and investment.
Jumbo Enterprise has teamed up with Jio Haptik to bring Agentic AI solutions to GCC enterprises, targeting sectors like retail, telecom, and banking, enabling 24/7 multilingual engagement and automation in line with the UAE’s AI vision.