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 is creating its first dedicated Cybersecurity Authority under the new National Cyber Security Act, aligning with NCSP-2021 and DEEP initiatives. With key systems already designated as Critical Information Infrastructure, the authority will centralize cyber defense, enhance response coordination, and strengthen national digital resilience through unified standards and governance.
Iraq and Germany’s GIZ have signed a new agreement to accelerate digital transformation, boost youth employment, and support SMEs. The deal includes training, loans, and funding for tech and environmental projects, building on GIZ’s decade-long, $1bn investment in Iraq’s reconstruction, economic recovery and development.
The partnership strengthens the UAE’s cyber resilience by establishing a Cyber Centre of Excellence built around space-focused cybersecurity, advanced cryptography, and national testing labs. Through local talent development, R&D expansion and strong global collaboration, the UAE aims to build sovereign cyber capabilities that support long-term technological leadership.
Sri Lanka is embedding strong cybersecurity principles into its national AI-first digital economy blueprint to protect against rising global scam networks and strengthen economic competitiveness. Officials emphasize that cybersecurity and digital trust are now core drivers of national growth, with efforts aimed at improving Sri Lanka’s global standing in cyber-resilience and digital capability benchmarks.
Egypt has expanded cybersecurity training to 14 governorates through Creativa Centers, partnering with global tech firms to build a skilled national workforce for secure digital transformation.
Oman is entering a critical phase of cybersecurity progress, with industry leaders stressing that the nation’s future resilience depends on consistent implementation of its strong strategic foundations. Speaking at the Cysec Oman Forum, specialists highlighted that while national frameworks, regulations, and the Cyber Defence Centre have advanced governance, gaps remain between planning and execution across key industries.
Paramount and Bahrain’s National Cyber Security Centre have launched a joint MITRE D3FEND training initiative to enhance regional cyber defense skills through advanced, evidence-based frameworks and certifications, reinforcing Bahrain’s leadership in cybersecurity excellence across the GCC.
Hithawathi by FOUNDATION.LK celebrates 11 years of promoting cyber safety in Sri Lanka, providing emotional support and digital literacy for vulnerable users while empowering over 1.4 million citizens through education and awareness.
Beyon Cyber and Bahrain Polytechnic have signed an MoU to advance AI research and develop Bahrain’s cybersecurity talent. The collaboration integrates Beyon’s Orryx AI SOC platform with Bahrain Polytechnic’s new postgraduate programs, fostering innovation, job creation, and digital transformation leadership.
BARQ Systems becomes one of Egypt’s first companies to receive full cybersecurity accreditation from NTRA, covering eight service domains under the new MCIT framework and reinforcing Egypt’s Vision 2030 digital security goals.