Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
UNIDEES has appointed Taher Amine ELHOUARI as Head of Advisory & CSIRT, marking 20 years of cybersecurity leadership. Known for operational resilience over checkbox compliance, ELHOUARI is shaping enterprise security across Africa and the Middle East, unifying strategy, governance, and execution into real-world, future-ready defense programs.
AI-powered cyberattacks are accelerating across the UAE, enabling deepfakes, automated phishing, and rapid data theft. Shorter detection windows heighten risks for banks, hospitals, and smart infrastructure, pushing organisations to adopt zero-trust models, secure-by-design systems, and stronger digital awareness.
The UAE has introduced a far-reaching Child Digital Safety Law that applies to both local and foreign platforms targeting UAE users. With risk-based classification, age safeguards, and extraterritorial reach, the framework reshapes compliance for digital platforms and ISPs ahead of full enforcement in 2027.
Trust has become cybersecurity’s weakest link. As attackers shift toward vendors, files, and human behaviour, the next wave of breaches will bypass tools and exploit assumptions. In 2026, defence will depend less on software and more on culture, governance, and how organisations think about risk.
Bahrain’s national cybersecurity strategy is strengthening trust in its digital economy, including online gaming. By enforcing governance standards, building cyber awareness, and aligning with global best practices, the Kingdom is creating a secure environment where gaming platforms and players can grow with confidence.
Oman Data Park (ODP) has entered into a strategic partnership with ZainTECH, the integrated digital solutions arm of Zain Group,…
Nepal has launched the Global Accounting Initiative to turn professional services into a major export sector. The programme targets 50,000 jobs annually, NRs80 billion in service exports, and a full ecosystem of digital infrastructure, skills training, and regulatory reform to position Nepali accountants in global markets.
A strategic partnership between Oman Data Park and ZainTECH will enhance cybersecurity services by combining local infrastructure with regional expertise. The collaboration targets compliance, resilience, and secure digital transformation for government and enterprise organizations across Oman and beyond.
Banglalink has regained ISO 27001:2022 certification, reinforcing its commitment to international cybersecurity standards. The recertification highlights stronger security controls, effective data protection practices, and ongoing investments in advanced technologies and employee awareness to ensure service reliability and customer trust.
Cybersecurity is being reframed as an economic growth driver, with the World Bank highlighting market failures that cause underinvestment in emerging economies. Research suggests lowering cyber incidents can lift GDP per capita, while governments are urged to strengthen regulation, threat intelligence, competition, and capacity building to protect digital development.