Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Tunisia is preparing for the rollout of 5G technology, aiming to enhance digital infrastructure and accelerate its digital transformation. The country’s telecom providers have submitted applications for 5G licenses, with the launch expected by the end of the year.
Iran has seen a decrease in mobile phone imports, with a 16% drop in volume and an 8% decrease in value. The decline coincides with ongoing restrictions, including a ban on new Apple phone models, amid stringent US sanctions.
Orange Jordan has launched a new campaign, “Start Now and Don’t Wait, The Fastest Internet is Here,” to provide the fastest internet for enhanced online learning and entertainment. The initiative offers discounts and the chance for 100 customers to win free six-month subscriptions.
Ooredoo has finalized a landmark financing deal to enhance its data center operations, supporting the expansion and upgrade of infrastructure for AI and cloud services. This strategic move aims to address the increasing demand for high-capacity digital services.
Positive Technologies conducted cybersecurity workshops in Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and the UAE, focusing on enhancing financial sector defenses. The training addressed cyberthreat evolution, vulnerabilities in banking systems, and strategies to prevent data leaks and financial losses.
Saudi Arabia plans to expand data center capacity to 64MW, with an investment between SAR 1.95 billion and SAR 2.5 billion, through a partnership between MIS and BSF Capital. This initiative supports the kingdom’s goal to boost its tech sector.
Kaspersky has launched an Industrial Control Systems Security Assessment service in Saudi Arabia, enhancing cybersecurity for critical infrastructure. The service identifies vulnerabilities across ICS components, supporting Saudi Arabia’s strategic vision for a secure industrial sector.
Türkiye has successfully received its first 5G signal from a domestically produced network developed by ULAK. This milestone highlights the country’s progress towards building an independent 5G infrastructure, with plans for nationwide rollout by 2026.
Pakistan’s IT exports hit $3.223 billion in 2023-24, with a government target of reaching $25 billion in five years. The HBL-P@SHA ICT Awards 2024 celebrated innovation in the IT sector, recognizing 33 Gold and 47 Merit Award winners for their contributions to the country’s digital economy.
Tunisia is poised to enhance its digital infrastructure with the introduction of 5G technology, expected by year-end. This initiative, part of a broader digital transformation strategy, involves major telecom providers like Tunisie Telecom, Ooredoo Tunisie, and Orange Tunisie, who have recently applied for 5G licenses.