Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
GCC ministers meeting in Kuwait underscored the region’s leadership in digital transformation and telecom excellence. Discussions focused on advancing Gulf integration, localizing advanced technologies, and strengthening infrastructure as Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Bahrain achieved top global ICT rankings.
Oracle’s new AI-powered Customer Experience Centre at Dubai Internet City strengthens the UAE’s position as a regional AI leader. The hub showcases generative AI, cloud innovations, and real-world applications designed to accelerate digital transformation and business growth across the Middle East.
stc Bahrain and Aramex have launched Bahrain’s first nationwide smart locker system, offering 24/7 parcel access powered by stc’s advanced connectivity. The initiative enhances logistics efficiency, customer convenience, and digital transformation, marking a key milestone in the Kingdom’s evolving delivery ecosystem.
Through Quantum Alert and Quantum Sync, Cisco demonstrates that quantum networking is moving from research to real-world relevance — delivering provable security, synchronized decision-making, and new business value across sectors.
Bahrain’s TRA held the 18th SSCC meeting to strengthen spectrum strategy ahead of WRC-27, focusing on enabling 6G, satellite, and 5G private networks. The committee stressed innovation, security, and data sovereignty under Bahrain’s Vision 2030. Eng. Mariam Al Juman reaffirmed TRA’s commitment to world-class connectivity and future-ready digital transformation.
Jazz welcomed the PTCL–Telenor merger, calling it a chance to end unsustainable price wars and prioritize digital innovation. The company urged regulators to ensure fair competition and spectrum allocation to advance Pakistan’s digital transformation.
Egypt’s telecom regulator has licensed seven automakers, including GM’s OnStar, BMW, Audi, and Porsche distributors, to launch IoT-enabled vehicle services. The initiative supports Egypt’s Digital Egypt vision, introducing smart navigation, tracking, and emergency assistance while ensuring strong data privacy and regulatory oversight.
Saudi Arabia’s stc has teamed up with Huawei KSA to launch Self-Optimized Networks (SON), embedding AI-driven automation into telecom infrastructure. The rollout enhances efficiency, adaptability, and service quality, supporting Vision 2030 goals and setting a benchmark for the Kingdom’s digital future.
Zain Jordan has reshaped the Kingdom’s telecom industry since 1995, pioneering 4G, 5G, and fiber networks, while investing over $5 billion in digital infrastructure. Through innovation hubs, data centers, and sustainability programs, it has fueled entrepreneurship, inclusion, and national growth, cementing its role as a cornerstone of Jordan’s digital future.
Omantel has moved to reassure stakeholders after the FSA ordered a restatement of its 2024 financials due to IFRS compliance issues. The company said the revision is technical, will not impact operations, and it remains committed to transparency and protecting shareholder interests.