Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
TOD has partnered with Skyworth to enhance the streaming experience in the MENA region. The collaboration combines Skyworth’s QVWi 4K set-top box with TOD’s premium content, offering advanced features like Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos for high-quality entertainment. The partnership aims to meet the growing demand for seamless streaming.
Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) and Teletalk Bangladesh Limited signed an agreement on March 4, 2025, to provide corporate digital services, including affordable internet, to support the Expanded Programme on Immunisation (EPI) under DSCC’s Health Department. The collaboration aims to improve service delivery and access to health services.
Daraz Bangladesh has launched “Choice,” a new shopping channel offering over 4,000 top-rated products, exclusive deals, and fast deliveries. With a focus on convenience, trusted brands, and customer-centric features like Free Delivery and hassle-free returns, Choice aims to transform online shopping in Bangladesh, especially during Ramadan and beyond.
Visa’s report highlights Bangladesh’s growing digital payment adoption, with 14% increased spending and 17% more transactions in 2024. Dhaka leads this growth, while other cities like Gazipur and Rajshahi also show progress. Online and contactless payments drive the shift, with strong growth in both domestic and international transactions.
Kuwait has partnered with Microsoft to drive digital transformation and economic diversification through AI technologies. The partnership aims to enhance innovation, entrepreneurship, and workforce development in emerging technologies, along with creating a security platform for national infrastructure. The government will also implement Microsoft 365 Copilot solutions for greater efficiency.
talabat UAE has partnered with the Fathers’ Endowment campaign to support sustainable healthcare for the poor and needy. Through its app, users can donate amounts starting from AED 10 to AED 500. The campaign aims to honour fathers while promoting generosity and solidarity in the UAE.
Ooredoo has partnered with Kloudville to launch a B2B digital marketplace offering AI, cloud, and cybersecurity solutions for SMBs. The platform, built on Kloudville’s Marketplace 360, empowers businesses to easily access essential digital services. The marketplace will roll out across MENA from 2025, driving digital transformation in the region.
Ooredoo Qatar, in partnership with Microsoft, launched “Obot” at Web Summit Qatar 2025. Powered by GPT-4, this AI assistant will enhance customer service by offering personalized recommendations, order tracking, and more. Obot will be available across multiple platforms, further elevating Ooredoo’s customer experience.
Beyond ONE has partnered with TIMWETECH to deliver premium digital content to mobile users in Saudi Arabia and Oman. This collaboration enables 3.5 million prepaid subscribers to access streaming, gaming, and infotainment services via Direct Carrier Billing, promoting digital inclusion without requiring credit cards, and enhancing the user experience.
Visa has introduced its Tap to Add Card feature in Kuwait, revolutionizing digital payments by allowing users to seamlessly and securely add Visa contactless cards to digital wallets. This feature enhances convenience, reduces fraud risk, and simplifies card onboarding for both users and issuers, supporting the future of frictionless payments.