Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Pakistan’s ICT sector has grown 25%, with a government target of $25 billion in exports. Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja highlighted the country’s advancements in cybersecurity, e-governance, and digital talent development at the Pak-US Tech Investment Conference. The government is committed to fostering a thriving digital ecosystem for innovation and growth.
Egypt’s new digital filter application brings ancient artifacts back to life, allowing visitors to view reconstructed versions of damaged statues, such as King Tutankhamun, through virtual reality. The initiative enhances cultural tourism, preserves history, and promotes Egypt’s rich heritage to a global audience.
Morocco’s “Digital Morocco 2030” strategy, highlighted at the Meet Arab Tech event, focuses on digital transformation through e-government, innovation, and digital health. The country aims to enhance economic growth, job creation, and service efficiency, positioning itself as a digital leader in the region.
Zain highlighted its 5G and AI advancements at the MBBF 2024 in Istanbul, showcasing its leadership in digital innovation. The company demonstrated its AI-powered network optimization and its participation in the 5G-AxAI program, emphasizing its commitment to enhancing network performance and customer experience in Kuwait.
The UAE national domain .ae has reached 347,000 registrations, highlighting its growing popularity and trust among businesses and individuals. Managed by the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority, the domain supports the UAE’s digital economy and offers innovative services like AI-powered name suggestions to enhance the user experience.
Ooredoo Kuwait is committed to fostering a thriving workplace culture that prioritizes employee well-being. By investing in happiness and wellness programs, including collaborations with experts like Alexander Kjerulf and Madalena Carey, the company enhances team satisfaction, productivity, and service quality, reinforcing its leadership in the telecommunications sector.
Jordan Source participated in the Singapore Fintech Festival to strengthen global partnerships and promote Jordan as a hub for ICT investments. The program highlighted the Kingdom’s innovations and its skilled workforce, aiming to attract international business and investors to support growth in the ICT sector.
Turkey is exploring the creation of a unified fiber optic telecom entity to accelerate broadband expansion. The plan aims to streamline infrastructure investments, benefit smaller providers, and address Turkey’s broadband usage and speed challenges. The initiative could challenge Turk Telekom’s dominance, with significant implications for the industry.
Telecom Egypt and Vodafone Egypt have signed strategic agreements valued at EGP 30 billion to enhance infrastructure and support the launch of 5G services. The partnership aims to expand fibre-optic networks and improve mobile network capabilities, contributing to Egypt’s growing ICT sector and 5G rollout.
The SATRC-25 meeting, hosted by India’s TRAI, brings together telecommunication leaders from South Asia to discuss regulatory and technological challenges. Key topics include Non-Terrestrial Networks and regional collaboration for a secure, inclusive digital ecosystem. The event aims to strengthen digital connectivity and growth in the region.