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
Bahrain’s iGA and Beyon Connect have launched the Bulk KYC Service, enabling financial institutions to securely verify customer data at scale against national records — strengthening compliance, data integrity, and digital trust across the financial ecosystem.
Orange Egypt unveiled a Pharaonic obelisk-shaped telecom tower near the Grand Egyptian Museum, enhancing mobile coverage and symbolizing the fusion of Egypt’s ancient heritage with modern digital innovation.
TRA Bahrain and mobile operators jointly issued national guidelines to combat fraudulent SMS, introducing detection, blocking, and awareness measures to strengthen consumer protection and digital trust across the Kingdom.
Allianz Morocco has launched a 24/7 digital health insurance platform offering faster claims settlement and one-hour hospital care approvals, reinforcing its commitment to innovation and customer-centric insurance services.
Lebanon’s new Telecommunications Regulatory Authority, officially launched by Minister Charles Hage, signals a long-awaited reform of the sector, aiming to foster competition, expand high-speed internet, and attract private investment after years of state monopoly.
Nokia and du have completed a successful trial of WaveSuite AI, a GPT-enabled automation assistant that improves network planning, troubleshooting, and operational efficiency, setting a new benchmark for AI-driven telecom infrastructure in the UAE.
Orange Egypt, in partnership with mnGm, has launched the country’s first digital gold trading service via mobile wallets, allowing customers to invest in gold seamlessly through the My Orange app. The move reinforces the telecom’s leadership in Egypt’s digital finance landscape.
stc Bahrain and Aramex have launched Bahrain’s first nationwide smart locker network, combining advanced telecom infrastructure with smart logistics to enable 24/7 parcel collection, real-time tracking, and enhanced delivery efficiency — a key step in advancing Bahrain’s digital economy.
GITEX Global 2025 will unite 6,800 companies and 2,000 startups from 180 nations in Dubai, showcasing AI-driven breakthroughs across biotech, quantum, semiconductors, and data centres. With record global participation and expanding pavilions, the event cements the UAE’s position as the epicentre of global digital innovation.
Bahrain’s Beyon Cyber and Jordan’s Umniah have formed a strategic partnership to extend Security Operations Centre services into Jordan, combining regional expertise with local delivery to enhance cybersecurity resilience. The collaboration reinforces Beyon Group’s regional strategy and advances digital protection across key Middle Eastern markets.