Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Maroc Telecom has unveiled a new red visual identity and appointed football star Yassine Bounou as brand ambassador. The rebrand aligns with Digital Morocco 2030 and the 5G rollout, reflecting the company’s renewed commitment to innovation, national pride, and advancing Morocco’s digital transformation.
Umniah has signed a five-year agreement with Ericsson to upgrade Jordan’s mobile network, covering 3G, 4G, and 5G technologies. The deal includes advanced Ericsson Radio System equipment to boost capacity and efficiency while supporting Jordan’s national digital transformation and expanding digital services to underserved areas.
du, in partnership with Nokia and MediaTek, has achieved an industry-first 6.3 Gbps 5G speed in the UAE using advanced carrier aggregation technology. The test combined four 5G TDD carriers over 400 MHz spectrum, marking a major leap in 5G+ capabilities. With this achievement, du strengthens its leadership in high-performance 5G infrastructure, paving the way for next-gen AI, enterprise, and ultra-HD digital experiences across the country.
Sri Lanka Telecom (SLT) has appointed Riyaaz Rasheed as its new CEO. A telecom veteran with 29 years of experience across Millicom, Etisalat, and Hutchison, Rasheed has also held senior leadership roles at Robi Axiata Bangladesh and Hayleys Group Sri Lanka. His appointment is expected to drive SLT’s growth and innovation as the company advances its digital transformation agenda.
MoneyHash has appointed Abdullah Khayat as Country Director and General Manager for Saudi Arabia, marking a major step in its regional expansion. Backed by over a decade of experience across fintech, government, and enterprise sectors, Khayat will lead MoneyHash’s operations and partnerships as Saudi Arabia accelerates its transition to a cashless economy under Vision 2030. The move underscores MoneyHash’s commitment to driving payment innovation and digital transformation across one of the MENA region’s fastest-growing markets.
Standard Chartered Pakistan has announced the winners of its Women in Tech Cohort 7, recognizing innovative women-led startups driving social and economic impact. The top honors went to Yumkins Foods, Atfaal, and Ootein, representing sectors from baby nutrition and circular fashion to allergen-free food. Each received funding and mentorship to scale operations nationwide. The accelerator, run with Village Capital and INNOVentures Global, underscores Standard Chartered’s commitment to empowering women entrepreneurs in Pakistan’s growing innovation economy.
Maroc Telecom has rebranded with a bold red logo and national icon Yassine Bounou as ambassador, aligning with Morocco’s Digital 2030 vision. The transformation reflects innovation, national pride, and the company’s mission to drive 5G expansion and digital inclusion across the kingdom.
Starlink has partnered with Veon in its largest direct-to-cell deal to date, enabling satellite-to-phone service for 150 million users across Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Pakistan, and beyond. The collaboration strengthens Starlink’s lead in global connectivity as satellite telecom competition accelerates.
Beyon Cyber and Bahrain Polytechnic have signed an MoU to advance AI research and develop Bahrain’s cybersecurity talent. The collaboration integrates Beyon’s Orryx AI SOC platform with Bahrain Polytechnic’s new postgraduate programs, fostering innovation, job creation, and digital transformation leadership.
Ericsson and Batelco are expanding Bahrain’s 5G network with advanced RAN and cloud technologies, extending coverage to major regions and improving speed, reliability, and energy efficiency. The initiative supports Bahrain’s digital transformation and positions the Kingdom as a regional innovation leader.