Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 drives demand for tech talent amid hiring challenges; AIQU’s Deploy-on-Demand offers rapid, cost-effective staffing to support digital projects and accelerate transformation.
Kuwait Airways has launched an Elite Service at Terminal 4, providing premium home-to-airport travel conveniences and VIP treatment. The airline also offers a Family Offer with significant discounts, enhancing customer experience ahead of the 2025 travel season.
Morocco’s collaboration with Jungnong Group marks a significant step toward modernizing agriculture through water-efficient technologies and precision farming. The joint venture targets sustainable crop production, soil rehabilitation, and workforce training, positioning Morocco as a leader in climate-resilient agriculture while setting the stage for regional expansion in North Africa.
Arkan Solutions has expanded its PSTN integration services for DHL Express into Kuwait, Qatar, and Jordan, building on its earlier rollout in Egypt. The partnership with British Telecom facilitates DHL’s cloud-first contact center strategy across the Middle East, providing compliant, high-quality voice integration tailored to local markets. Additional deployments are scheduled for 2025, supporting DHL’s ongoing digital transformation efforts.
Oman has introduced the Neoplas Argon Jet, a cutting-edge cold plasma technology designed to enhance wound healing and infection management, especially for diabetic foot ulcers and chronic wounds. The launch followed successful trials and a major symposium with healthcare professionals and international experts, marking a significant step forward in advanced wound care treatment in the country.
Nepal Telecom plans to pioneer the use of leaky feeder technology to provide 4G and 2G mobile network inside the Nagdhunga-Naubise tunnel, improving connectivity for travelers through this critical infrastructure.
Bangladesh’s interim leader has ordered solar panel installation across all government buildings to tackle power shortages and boost renewable energy generation to 20% by 2030. The initiative will be managed by private companies and complements large-scale solar and nuclear projects.
Hibrid and Alibaba Cloud have partnered to enhance streaming and infrastructure services in the Middle East and GCC, combining advanced platforms and AI-powered cloud solutions to optimize content delivery and support digital transformation in key sectors.
EDGE and CS Group have signed an MoU to co-develop advanced tactical communication systems, integrating operational command with tactical data networks. This collaboration advances EDGE’s strategic drive to deliver sovereign, ultra-secure communication technologies for defense and government sectors.
Mobile phone imports in Pakistan declined by 16.31% in July-May 2024-25, with a sharp 35.83% drop in May 2025 compared to last year. Despite this, overall merchandise exports rose by 5.15%, while total imports increased by 7.50% in the same period.