Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Tunisie Telecom has secured ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification for its Customer Relations Directorate, validating its commitment to information security, personal data protection, and international standards in cybersecurity. The achievement enhances customer trust and consolidates its leadership in technological innovation.
UNODC and UNDP held a three-day cybercrime prevention training in Tashkent to strengthen Uzbekistan’s response to online threats against youth. The programme equips professionals with modern tools, fosters digital literacy, and promotes safer online behaviour as part of a UN-backed initiative to build national resilience.
Deloitte has launched its CyberAcademy in Casablanca to train engineers, IT professionals, and leaders in advanced cybersecurity. The initiative, aligned with Morocco’s digital transformation strategy, aims to build a skilled talent ecosystem and position the country as a regional hub for digital security.
Nucleon Security has raised €3 million in seed funding, led by Orange Ventures, to expand its Agentic AI-powered cybersecurity platform. The Moroccan startup will integrate automated, proactive defense solutions across enterprises, SMEs, and public institutions, boosting SOC efficiency and advancing Africa’s digital security ecosystem.
Airtel Chad has launched a US$90 million investment programme to address service quality issues, expand 4G and fibre connectivity, and modernize its network. The initiative, spanning through mid-2026, includes new site deployments, fibre backbones, and infrastructure upgrades, with monthly reports submitted to regulator ARCEP.
Telecom Egypt has expanded its international footprint with a new PoP at Aqaba Digital Hub in Jordan, paired with the Coral Bridge subsea cable. The initiative strengthens Egypt-Jordan digital links, enhances regional resilience, and provides high-capacity infrastructure to support cloud, AI, and international data transit across the Middle East.
Grameenphone and Rakuten Symphony are rolling out South Asia’s first Open RAN pilot, starting with 4G and 5G NSA sites in Bangladesh. The initiative is expected to pave the way for a nationwide Open RAN deployment, reinforcing Grameenphone’s strategy for a flexible, future-ready network.
Ooredoo has sold a 6% stake in Qatar’s Meeza to Fiera Capital (UK), retaining only 4% as it prepares for a full exit. The move supports Ooredoo’s strategy to expand Syntys, its AI-ready hyperscale data centre platform, across MENA to power cloud, AI, and digital transformation.
du has launched 5G+ in the UAE, delivering up to 2x faster speeds, lower latency, and improved performance through standalone 5G-Advanced infrastructure. The upgrade supports ultra-HD streaming, lag-free gaming, AI-powered apps, and next-generation mobile experiences, reinforcing the UAE’s leadership in digital connectivity.
Bangladesh’s telecom regulator BTRC has set a 10 Mbps minimum 4G download speed requirement nationwide under new QoS rules, extending to mobile operators, NTTNs, and ISPs. The policy also tightens standards for voice quality, fixed broadband, and customer service, with monthly compliance checks starting September 2025.