Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Algérie Télécom has replaced French with English on its invoices, pairing it with Arabic as the two official languages used. The move reflects Algeria’s broader shift toward global integration and English-speaking markets, while distancing itself from colonial legacies and reinforcing modernization of state enterprises.
Ncell, ICOM Nepal, and Narayanhiti Palace Museum launch Sangrahalaya journal to advance museum culture, train professionals, and preserve heritage through a public–private partnership supporting Nepal’s cultural policies and SDGs.
ECOVIS Al Sabti and TransVare convene industry leaders to discuss digital transformation in Internal Audit and Risk Management, featuring expert insights and platform demonstrations.
Sense to establish an R&D center in Oman, localizing AI-driven energy monitoring technology to support smart meter deployment and enhance grid efficiency under Oman’s National Smart Meter Programme.
Salextra Limited launched the Xtra R24, Bangladesh’s first key-enabled 4G cloud feature phone with social media shortcut keys, priced at BDT 2,499. The phone supports digital inclusion by offering affordability, connectivity, and extended customer service.
Lenovo’s new TruScale DaaS for Sustainability offers enterprises modular IT lifecycle solutions that reduce carbon footprints, lower costs, and promote circular IT, backed by asset recovery and emissions offset services.
Middle East startups are setting global tech trends, with the UAE as a major launchpad. Innovators like Seez and Dake Rechsand offer original, scalable solutions to global challenges, attracting strong investments and expanding internationally.
Tamkeen and Salica Investments have opened applications for the third cohort of the Riyada Business Accelerator, supporting early-stage Bahraini-led tech startups with mentorship, funding access, and growth support. The six-month program concludes with a Demo Day connecting founders to investors.
ARQA Development Group and Vodafone Business have partnered to implement advanced smart infrastructure at Annex26 Mall in 6th of October City. The project features fiber-optic connectivity, energy management, and intelligent surveillance, enhancing operational efficiency and sustainability for commercial and medical spaces.
MENA’s IT spending will rise 8.9% to $169 billion in 2026, driven by AI investments and data center expansion. Software and IT services growth reflect deep integration of generative AI, with CIOs urged to embed AI strategically to maintain competitive advantage.