Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
SLASSCOM’s Women Technopreneurs Forum concluded Hack Like a Girl 2.0 and Fast Forward 4.0, empowering female tech founders in Sri Lanka. Five startups won Fast Forward’s accelerator support, while university teams presented innovative hackathon projects addressing social challenges. Supported by key partners, these initiatives boost female-led innovation in Sri Lanka’s tech ecosystem.
ST Engineering iDirect and solutions by stc have partnered to upgrade satellite communication networks across Saudi Arabia. The collaboration will enhance scalable, reliable connectivity for government, enterprise, and telecom sectors, supporting the Kingdom’s fast-growing digital economy and infrastructure goals.
Eutelsat and Orange have signed a multi-year deal to expand Orange’s LEO satellite connectivity using Eutelsat’s OneWeb constellation, enhancing digital inclusion and connectivity resilience worldwide. This builds on their existing partnerships in consumer and enterprise satellite broadband services.
Taghreed Abdulfattah Al Lawati resigns from Omantel with her last day set for August 25, 2025. The Board thanked her for her service and will soon disclose her successor or interim caretaker.
Nepal’s internet user base has grown but active usage remains limited due to high costs and technology access barriers. While mobile browsing is widespread, real engagement is low, hindered by expensive bandwidth and equipment. Corporate-focused services and costly packages restrict growth, although competition and fiber optics show promise for future improvements.
AFD secures dedicated access to Bangabandhu-1 satellite, advancing secure, self-reliant military communications in Bangladesh.
Huawei champions 5G-Advanced as a platform for AI-powered experiences, enabling new business models and industry transformation.
Algérie Télécom is actively engaging visitors at the 56th FIA with product showcases, robotics workshops for youth, and on-site sales with a raffle, highlighting its leadership in telecom and commitment to community and innovation.
Sri Lanka will begin Starlink internet service with a one-week trial monitored by TRCSL and the Ministry of Defence. Following technical review, the country plans to expand Starlink access nationwide.
PTA Chairman visited Telenor Group in Norway to discuss digital transformation, 5G, AI use cases, and efficient spectrum management models, as part of Pakistan’s ongoing efforts to modernize its telecom sector.