Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Zain Omantel International (ZOI) has secured the highest ASN ranking in the Middle East, becoming the only regional network in the global top 100. This milestone highlights ZOI’s advanced infrastructure and global reach, reinforcing its position as the leading gateway for international connectivity across the Middle East and beyond.
Tawazun Council and Thales to locally produce Ground Master radars, strengthening UAE’s defence manufacturing, self-reliance, and Emirati talent development by 2027.
Algeria Telecom partners with ONJAM to empower local microenterprises and fast-track fiber optic expansion, driving entrepreneurship and inclusive digital transformation nationwide.
Qualcomm opens AI & IoT Edge development center in UAE to boost smart city, industrial innovation aligned with UAE Vision 2031, fostering talent and scalable regional solutions.
SpaceX’s Starlink officially launches in Bangladesh, offering two unlimited data packages with speeds up to 300 Mbps. Approved as a satellite internet provider, Starlink aims to enhance connectivity, particularly in underserved areas, and ensure internet resilience during political disruptions.
Zain Omantel International ranks highest ASN in the Middle East and breaks into the global top 100 networks, reflecting unmatched interconnection and network reach. The milestone underscores ZOI’s role as a leading international connectivity gateway with extensive global infrastructure spanning 120+ cities.
e& UAE launches the region’s first commercial 5G network slicing product, enabling businesses to access tailored virtual networks with guaranteed performance for critical applications. The solution supports industries requiring low latency and IoT capabilities, offering flexible bandwidth packages and dedicated 5G CPE devices.
Space42’s Mira Aerospace opens the MENA region’s first HAPS manufacturing facility in Abu Dhabi, producing over 20 UAVs annually for civil and defense uses. This complements partnerships in UAV testing and satellite co-production with ICEYE, advancing UAE’s leadership in high-altitude platforms and space technologies.
Qualcomm and e& UAE partner to develop 5G edge AI gateways and Snapdragon-powered devices with integrated large language models, advancing digital transformation across UAE’s enterprise, industrial, and government sectors. The collaboration is supported by Qualcomm’s Abu Dhabi Engineering Center and complemented by e& UAE’s deployment of Ericsson’s dual-band Massive MIMO radio and 6G exploration.
Saudi Aramco and stc invest in US NaaS startup Graphiant, supporting its cloud-native enterprise networking platform. The deal reflects Middle Eastern giants’ push into advanced digital infrastructure and positions Graphiant to expand globally with strategic regional partnerships.