Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Vodafone Qatar teams up with Nokia to modernize its nationwide network, enhancing 5G speed, security, and flexibility. This collaboration supports Qatar’s digital growth, enabling advanced services like 5G slicing and automation, aligning with the country’s vision for a smarter, more connected future.
Qatar Insurance Company (QIC) has launched a personal cyber insurance policy to protect individuals from cyber threats like fraud, identity theft, and cyber extortion. Available as an add-on for existing customers, the coverage aligns with Qatar’s National Cyber Security Strategy and supports growing digital security needs in the country.
PTCL Group upgrades IT core routing with Cisco solutions, enhancing network efficiency, customer experience, and operational agility through strategic collaboration with NETS International.
Egypt’s ICT sector doubles its GDP share with 16% annual growth, driven by AI, skills training, and digital government initiatives. Strategic partnerships with IBM and a surge in outsourcing bolster Egypt’s digital economy, making it a leading tech hub and data transit gateway in Africa and the MENA region.
Yasir Azman becomes the first Bangladeshi CEO of Grameenphone, taking charge amid regulatory challenges and legal disputes over unpaid dues. He succeeds Michael Foley, who led digital transformation and record growth. Azman commits to driving innovation aligned with Digital Bangladesh goals.
Bangladesh’s IGW Operators Forum criticizes the new telecom licensing framework, warning it favors foreign players and risks local firms’ survival. The forum calls for protecting local investments, restoring SMS routing rights to local operators, and resisting foreign oligopoly amid evolving market dynamics.
Vodafone Oman has surpassed one million 5G users, supported by the fastest network rollout in the country’s history with over 98% population coverage. The milestone reflects customer trust and Vodafone’s commitment to powering Oman’s digital future with reliable, advanced connectivity.
Turkcell secures $150 million Murabaha financing from Dubai Islamic Bank to fund infrastructure investments in data centres, cloud, and renewable energy. The deal diversifies financing sources and attracts Gulf investors, supporting Turkcell’s long-term growth and financial resilience.
e& UAE’s new whitepaper outlines a visionary 6G roadmap emphasizing AI-native networks, integrated sensing, quantum security, and non-terrestrial coverage. Building on 5G success, it aims to power smart cities, autonomous mobility, and Industry 4.0, positioning the UAE as a leader in the future of intelligent, secure connectivity.
Bahrain grants Malaysia full sovereignty over subscriber data hosted in its cloud centers, strengthening bilateral digital cooperation. The move highlights Bahrain’s robust legal and technical framework for cloud services, affirming its role as a trusted regional digital hub committed to data sovereignty and privacy.