Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Algeria will soon open Africa’s largest tech R&D center to advance AI, innovation, and start-up growth. Supported by Algeria Venture and key ministries, the center will foster global partnerships, nurture young researchers, and strengthen Algeria’s role as a regional hub for digital transformation.
The UAE Ministry of Investment and Microsoft have signed an MoU to enhance AI capabilities in investment analytics, data governance, and workforce upskilling. The partnership supports the UAE’s vision to become a global leader in AI by 2031 and advance its innovation-driven economy.
CMPak and Huawei have deployed Pakistan’s first FDD 8x120W ultra-wideband high-power solution, achieving 37% lower energy use, double network capacity, and stronger coverage — a major step toward green, intelligent telecom infrastructure.
Nepal Telecom is accelerating 4G and fiber expansion across Karnali Province, extending coverage to 37 municipalities and targeting remote areas such as Dolpa and Humla by year-end.
Vietnam’s telecom experts are urging the activation of the remaining 180 MHz C-band spectrum to double 5G speeds, boost connectivity, and position the nation alongside global 5G leaders such as Korea and Qatar, unlocking vast economic and industrial potential.
e& UAE has partnered with Khalifa University and Zayed University to launch the UAE 6G Innovation Hub and National 5G/6G Testbeds, fostering research, talent, and global standardisation leadership in next-generation connectivity.
Presight and Khazna Data Centres have signed an MoU to deploy an AI-powered command and control platform managing 30 data centres across the UAE. The collaboration will create autonomous, energy-efficient facilities and support G42’s global Intelligence Grid expansion.
du has launched its 5G+ network in the UAE, offering up to double the speed and significantly lower latency through 5G-Advanced technology. The upgrade enhances AI, IoT, and smart city applications, reinforcing the UAE’s position as a global digital innovation hub.
Zain KSA and Huawei have deployed Saudi Arabia’s first 600 MHz 5G Standalone network, achieving 10x faster uplinks and 50% lower latency. The rollout boosts AI, IoT, and cloud applications while advancing Saudi Vision 2030’s goal of digital leadership.
Internet services in Pakistan have been restored after PTCL completed repairs on a faulty repeater in one of its submarine cables. The 18-hour maintenance operation briefly disrupted speeds nationwide but restored stability to Pakistan’s international internet network.