Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
A sudden Discord outage in Jordan drove a 250% spike in Proton VPN signups as users turned to privacy tools to bypass possible government censorship. The incident highlights the growing use of VPNs in restrictive internet environments.
Ericsson and e& Egypt signed a four-year agreement to modernise the operator’s network, introducing cloud-native infrastructure, 5G readiness, and advanced monetisation systems. The partnership enhances data management, service quality, and VoLTE deployment, paving the way for next-generation connectivity and IoT innovation across Egypt’s telecom landscape.
e& UAE and Siemens have joined forces at GITEX 2025 to drive 5G-enabled industrial automation and smart infrastructure, supporting the UAE’s Industry 4.0 and sustainability goals.
Dubai’s in5 startups have raised $2.45 billion since 2013, growing 14% year-on-year. The incubator, spanning tech, media, design, and science sectors, marks its 10th anniversary as a cornerstone of Dubai’s innovation ecosystem.
By 2030, 82% of MEA connections will rely on 4G and 5G networks, with the GCC leading at 91% 5G adoption. Nokia’s report highlights FWA growth, rising IoT applications, and 5G’s role in powering digital transformation.
The UAE has achieved the Middle East’s first 6G pilot, with e& UAE and NYU Abu Dhabi recording 145 Gbps throughput. The test marks a leap in AI-driven, quantum-secure, and resilient network architecture for the nation’s digital future.
MTN Nigeria plans to extend its fiber network to 8 million homes by 2028, supporting the national broadband plan and boosting digital inclusion. The project tackles connectivity gaps through local partnerships and policy alignment with the NCC.
Ericsson signed a multi-year deal with e& UAE to upgrade its 5G core network, enabling ultra-low latency, automation, and next-gen services like immersive gaming and mission-critical IoT. The collaboration extends their 2020 partnership, strengthening UAE’s position as a regional 5G innovation hub.
DUBAI – A recent analysis by Ookla, covering Wi-Fi performance at major airports in the Middle East and Turkiye from…
Qatar Airways’ activation of IPv6 demonstrates how public-private collaboration can accelerate national technology adoption. This milestone not only strengthens Qatar’s digital infrastructure but also positions its aviation sector at the forefront of global innovation and sustainability.