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
Bangladesh will launch the National Equipment Identity Register (NEIR) on December 16 to curb mobile fraud, block illegal handsets, and boost telecom transparency. All active devices will be automatically registered, while imported phones must undergo online registration before use.
The Information & eGovernment Authority (IGA), in partnership with Beyon Connect, has launched the Bulk Know Your Customer (KYC) Service, marking a major step forward in Bahrain’s digital financial transformation and data verification ecosystem.
du has joined Bridge Alliance to expand IoT collaboration between the UAE and Asia-Pacific. The partnership enables seamless global IoT connectivity, co-innovation, and knowledge exchange across 35 member operators, enhancing du’s leadership in the UAE’s digital and 5G ecosystem.
Ooredoo Group posted a 6% profit rise to QR3.1 billion and upgraded its dividend policy following strong 9-month performance driven by regional growth, digital investments, and data centre expansion. Strategic ventures in towers, fintech, and AI-ready infrastructure continue to strengthen its MENA leadership.
Algeria and Huawei have agreed to strengthen cooperation on technology deployment, digital infrastructure, and talent development. The initiative aims to transform Algeria from a technology consumer into a producer by fostering local expertise and partnerships aligned with the government’s digital investment strategy.
Ooredoo Group has partnered with Aduna to deliver standardized telecom APIs globally, enabling secure digital transactions across industries. Building on GSMA’s CAMARA framework, the partnership simplifies API integration for fintechs and enterprises while expanding Ooredoo’s role in the global API economy.
Humain and AirTrunk have announced a $3 billion partnership to build hyperscale, AI-ready data centres in Saudi Arabia. Backed by PIF, Blackstone, and CPP Investments, the initiative will power Saudi Arabia’s 6.6GW data centre vision and accelerate national AI infrastructure development.
EICT has launched the IO by HFCL enterprise Wi-Fi and networking portfolio in Saudi Arabia after securing full type approval, paving the way for nationwide deployment across key sectors including oil, education, and smart cities. The launch strengthens Saudi Arabia’s digital infrastructure landscape.
Zain Group posted a record $5.4 billion in revenue for the first nine months of 2025, up 15% year-on-year, driven by strong growth across digital verticals and operations. The Group declared a second interim dividend and reaffirmed its 4WARD strategy focus on AI, sustainability, and customer experience.
The UAE’s AI industry is on track to reach $46 billion by 2030, driven by strong government strategy, rising corporate investment, and rapid adoption across healthcare, logistics, and governance. The MENA region is emerging as a global AI powerhouse led by the UAE’s innovation-first policies.