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
Airtel Africa has successfully tested satellite internet on a moving train, delivering speeds up to 100 Mbps across 669 km of remote terrain. Powered by Eutelsat’s OneWeb LEO network, the trial paves the way for railway digitization, real-time operations, and high-speed connectivity across Africa.
The UAE has invested $12 billion in its space sector, combining government leadership with private innovation to accelerate growth. With AI-driven applications, SME expansion, and international partnerships, the UAE Space Agency aims to make the country a top ten global destination for space investment by 2031.
Saudi Arabia’s SpaceBelt KSA has signed a $640M, five-year deal with US firm iRocket to deploy a secure LEO satellite network. The partnership supports Vision 2030 goals, advancing encrypted communications, dual-use defense and enterprise applications, and local space industry growth through technology transfer and launch innovation.
Amazon Web Services met with Pakistan’s Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan in Malaysia to explore digital investments and startup collaborations. Talks covered fintech, AI, 5G, and cross-border e-commerce, with AWS and Ant Group expressing interest in expanding Pakistan’s tech ecosystem through new partnerships and capacity-building projects.
KNext Rabat 2025, organized by Kaspersky and Morocco’s Ministry of Digital Transition, spotlighted AI’s growing impact on cybersecurity. Experts warned of rising AI-driven threats and urged constant adaptation, collaboration, and investment to strengthen Morocco’s digital defenses amid accelerating digital transformation.
Zain Kuwait has renewed its PCI DSS Level 1 certification, confirming its continued leadership in payment security and data protection. The independent audit validates advanced safeguards across digital and retail channels, reinforcing customer confidence and aligning with Zain’s broader compliance and governance excellence.
stc Bahrain and Aramex have launched Bahrain’s first nationwide smart locker network, combining advanced telecom infrastructure with smart logistics to enable 24/7 parcel collection, real-time tracking, and enhanced delivery efficiency — a key step in advancing Bahrain’s digital economy.
Bahrain’s Beyon Cyber and Jordan’s Umniah have formed a strategic partnership to extend Security Operations Centre services into Jordan, combining regional expertise with local delivery to enhance cybersecurity resilience. The collaboration reinforces Beyon Group’s regional strategy and advances digital protection across key Middle Eastern markets.
Kyrgyzstan has launched a pilot project to test non-geostationary satellite systems, advancing its digital agenda and expanding high-speed internet access nationwide. The initiative, signed into law by President Sadyr Japarov, aims to close the digital divide and enable innovative telecom technologies.
Ooredoo and DE-CIX have launched Doha IX, Qatar’s first commercial Internet Exchange, hosted in Ooredoo’s data centre. The platform enables high-performance interconnection for global networks, cloud providers, and ISPs, advancing Qatar’s role as a regional connectivity and digital innovation hub.