Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
ST Digital will open a Tier III data center in Côte d’Ivoire in late 2025, part of a sovereign African cloud network. The project uses local talent, connects multiple African nations, and addresses the continent’s low global data center share to boost digital autonomy.
A €49 million submarine cable will link Morocco to Spain’s Canary Islands by 2028, enhancing Europe-Africa digital connectivity. Led by Islalink and Canalink, it will improve redundancy, internet quality, and tech infrastructure, supporting both regions’ ambitions as strategic telecommunications hubs.
MillenniumIT ESP, in collaboration with South Asian Technologies and Ezoref, launched Cohesity in Sri Lanka with a high-level forum attended by top IT leaders. The event showcased Cohesity’s AI-driven data security solutions and reinforced the partners’ joint commitment to enhancing cyber resilience across the country.
Bangladesh’s telecom market rapidly shifts to mobile data growth led by private operators, while state-owned Teletalk struggles financially despite government support and privileges.
stc Group and Huawei achieve 2.4 Tbps optical transmission trial, advancing Saudi Arabia’s digital infrastructure with next-gen speed, security, and automation.
e& UAE introduces the GCC’s first dual-band MetaAAU, boosting 5G network efficiency, coverage, and energy savings with a compact, integrated antenna solution.
Geespace launches 11 satellites, reaching 41 in orbit and progressing its LEO constellation for IoT and broadband. The company expands regional partnerships in Oman and Southeast Asia.
Dialog Axiata extends 5G roaming to 70 countries with 150 operator partnerships, offering Sri Lankan travelers high-speed, reliable global connectivity.
Algeria Telecom introduces Africa’s fastest FTTH service at 1.6 Gbps, supporting digital transformation and expanding fiber connectivity to millions of homes and businesses nationwide.
e& UAE introduces the first Dual-Band 64T64R MetaAAU in the region, boosting 5G capacity and energy efficiency. The integrated unit cuts equipment needs and power use, accelerating sustainable network rollout and supporting the UAE’s net-zero ambitions.