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
Algeria has officially launched 5G following months of testing and regulatory preparation. Backed by the government and three licensed operators, the rollout supports national priorities in AI, IoT, and digital industries, with the digital economy projected to contribute up to $13 billion to GDP by 2030.
Airtel Africa’s partnership with SpaceX will bring Starlink’s Direct-to-Cell satellite connectivity to 174 million customers across 14 African markets. Launching in 2026, the service will extend mobile coverage to remote areas without terrestrial networks, supporting messaging and data services while advancing digital inclusion across the continent.
The deployment of the world’s first 25Gbps E-band microwave link signals a major advancement in 5G-Advanced transport networks. By delivering fiber-like capacity wirelessly, du and Huawei are enabling faster rollout, broader coverage, and scalable infrastructure that supports the UAE’s transition toward 6G-ready digital connectivity.
Gambit Cyber’s $3.4m seed round signals continued investor interest in AI-driven cybersecurity platforms focused on continuous threat exposure management. With early adoption across financial services, telecom, and critical infrastructure in India, the UAE, and Europe, the company is betting on automation to address alert fatigue and skills gaps, even as proof of large-scale impact remains to be demonstrated.
Pakistan’s annual Cybersecurity Awareness Week concluded with a strong focus on prevention but no new remedies for cybercrime victims. As complaints surge and the NCCIA struggles with staffing, funding, and access issues, critics argue that awareness alone is insufficient without a functional, citizen-friendly redress and protection mechanism.
du and Huawei have deployed the world’s first 25Gbps E-Band microwave link for 5G-Advanced, delivering fibre-equivalent capacity in fibre-scarce areas. The three-year partnership supports scalable, high-performance network expansion across the UAE while laying technical foundations for future 6G services.
Airtel Africa will deploy Starlink’s Direct-to-Cell satellite service across 14 African markets in 2026, initially supporting SMS and text messaging. The partnership aims to extend basic mobile connectivity to remote areas by complementing terrestrial networks, subject to regulatory approvals in each country.
Ethio Telecom is expanding telehealth services to 200 additional hospitals after extending its 4G network to 93 more cities. The move supports Ethiopia’s national digital transformation goals by improving healthcare access, especially in rural areas, and strengthening the role of mobile connectivity in delivering digital medical services.
Omantel and Archangel Lightworks have partnered to trial and deploy laser-optic satellite communications in Oman from 2026, aiming to integrate optical ground stations with terrestrial networks. The collaboration positions Oman as a regional hub for advanced satellite connectivity, hybrid RF-optical links, and next-generation digital infrastructure.
The Medusa submarine cable has successfully landed in Nador, Morocco, advancing a major Mediterranean connectivity project linking Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. The open-access landing station strengthens Morocco’s role as a regional digital hub while supporting resilient, high-capacity international data routes.