Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
ARY Digital Network and Paklaunch have partnered to accelerate innovation and entrepreneurship in Pakistan’s tech ecosystem. The alliance aims to connect local startups with global investors, providing them with national visibility and support for scaling. This collaboration supports Paklaunch’s Vision 2030 to make Pakistan a top global tech ecosystem.
Sri Lanka’s High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Dharmapala Weerakkody, and BASIS members met to discuss strengthening ICT collaboration between the two countries. They explored opportunities in software development, BPO, knowledge sharing, and joint ventures. BASIS was invited to participate in Sri Lanka’s “Disrupt Asia 2025” ICT event in Colombo.
OSP Cyber Academy has partnered with Bahrain’s National Cyber Security Centre to deliver cyber safety education to 70,000 students. The initiative includes four gamified courses, tailored for different age groups, designed to teach children about online safety and cybersecurity. The courses aim to enhance knowledge retention through interactive learning.
Khazna Data Centres, part of the UAE-based G42, is set to build an AI-capable data centre in Ankara, Turkey, with a potential capacity of 100MW. Designed for cloud and AI workloads, the facility will incorporate sustainable features like solar panels and energy-efficient systems, with plans for expansion and continued investment in Turkey.
Banglalink has launched bCloud, a proprietary cloud service to enhance digital solutions for enterprises across Bangladesh. In partnership with Pico Public Cloud, the initiative offers computing, data storage, and cybersecurity services to support digital transformation. This move strengthens Banglalink’s role in the country’s ICT development and economic growth.
Women in Tech 2025 will take place on November 16 at Vodacom World in Johannesburg, celebrating Africa’s top female tech innovators. The event aims to empower and inspire, focusing on female entrepreneurs driving the tech revolution. Highlights include networking, industry insights, and recognition for outstanding women in enterprise programs.
CloudKitchens, led by former Uber CEO Travis Kalanick, is preparing for an IPO in the UAE or Saudi Arabia. With a $400 million investment from Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, the company aims to capitalize on the Middle East’s growing food delivery market, signaling strong investor interest in tech-driven ventures.
Infobip has appointed Mirza Bukva as the Director of Operator Partnerships for the EMEA region. With nearly a decade of experience at the company, Mirza will lead telecom partnership strategies, focusing on driving growth, aligning with emerging trends like 5G, and strengthening Infobip’s position in the competitive EMEA market.
Rivada Space Networks has appointed Mustafa Afifi as Sales Director for the Middle East, focusing on sectors like telecom and satellite operations. The company’s Outernet, a low-latency satellite network, aims to revolutionize global connectivity. Rivada’s secure, high-bandwidth solutions are poised to meet the growing demands of enterprise and government clients.
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) conducted a QoS survey across 15 cities and 8 highways to assess the performance of Cellular Mobile Operators. While operators largely met broadband speed standards, some voice KPIs were below the licensed threshold. PTA has directed corrective actions to improve service quality.