Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Kuwait is reinforcing its telecommunications infrastructure amid escalating regional tensions between the Zionist entity and Iran. Government bodies and telecom operators are coordinating closely to ensure service continuity, implement alternative data routing, and safeguard digital government services against potential disruptions.
Naver has completed its digital twin platform for Makkah, Madinah, and Jeddah as part of Saudi Arabia’s smart city efforts. The platform offers 3D modeling, real-time data, and simulation tools for urban planning and disaster management. Plans are underway to expand this platform nationally through collaboration with local partners.
Qatar is rapidly expanding its digital infrastructure, leveraging cloud, AI, and cybersecurity technologies to support its National Vision 2030 goals. Investments like Google Cloud’s Doha region and local talent initiatives are fueling economic diversification, innovation, and job creation, positioning Qatar as a regional digital leader.
Alkhidmat Foundation Pakistan and Qatar Charity have signed an MoU to support 13 mobile health units expanding healthcare services in remote and underserved regions. The partnership aims to provide vital medical care, including consultations and free medicines, reinforcing the commitment to equitable healthcare access.
Vodafone Qatar and Nokia have partnered to modernize the nation’s network infrastructure, enabling faster, secure, and flexible 5G services. The upgrade integrates AI-driven automation and network slicing to enhance broadband performance and support smart city and IoT innovations, positioning Qatar for robust digital growth.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised Pakistan’s participation in London Tech Week 2025, highlighting the government’s dedication to youth empowerment and digital growth. The event showcased Pakistan’s expanding tech influence and its commitment to becoming a significant player in the global digital economy.
Pakistan’s mobile data prices have dropped by 65% since 2018, making it the most affordable in the region and sixth cheapest worldwide. Regulatory efforts and strong market competition have driven this decline, supporting greater digital inclusion nationwide.
Kale Logistics Solutions and Novel Muscat have won a contract from Oman’s Ministry of Transport to develop the National Port Community System, a digital platform to streamline cargo operations across Oman’s transport hubs. The initiative supports Oman’s Logistics Sector Strategy 2040 and aims to enhance trade facilitation, operational efficiency, and economic growth.
Oman’s telecom sector grew strongly in early 2025 with rising postpaid and IoT subscriptions, highlighting a shift toward digital technologies and smart services. While mobile broadband and fiber optic subscriptions increased, traditional fixed-line services like ADSL and satellite declined significantly.
Mastercard and Vantage Payment Systems have partnered to expand digital payment technologies and financial inclusion in Morocco. The collaboration will enhance Mastercard card acceptance across multiple channels and introduce secure, advanced solutions such as tokenization and digital wallets, supporting Morocco’s growing digital economy.