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
Pakistan’s telecom regulator has cast doubt over the PTCL–Telenor merger, citing concerns about PTCL’s finances, ethics, and transparency. The CCP has demanded binding investment commitments and clarity on funding sources, warning that vague or incomplete responses undermine the merger’s viability and competitive impact.
HPE, in partnership with AMD and alfanar, has expanded its ‘Saudi Made’ server portfolio with two new ProLiant models powered by 5th Gen EPYC processors. The launch supports Saudi Vision 2030, enhances regional digital infrastructure, and includes training programs to boost local—especially female—tech talent.
Kuwait’s Interior Ministry will soon launch advanced security technology services designed to simplify procedures, improve efficiency, and enhance integration across departments. Accessible via the Sahel app and ministry website, the new systems aim to strengthen security operations and align with international standards in digital public services.
Talabat Kuwait hosted 30 Academy X students at its headquarters as part of its sponsorship of the women’s empowerment initiative. The visit featured workshops, mentorship, and innovation challenges, reinforcing the program’s mission to prepare young women for leadership in technology and entrepreneurship under Kuwait’s Vision 2035.
Kuwait Airways signed an MSA with Impulse International to accelerate its digital transformation, adopting advanced cloud and IT solutions aligned with Kuwait Vision 2035. The agreement leverages Impulse’s Google Cloud partnership to enhance agility, customer experience, and operational efficiency while supporting Kuwait’s digital economy.
Fitch Solutions projects Egypt’s IT market will grow from $3.5B in 2025 to $9.2B by 2031, driven by mega smart city projects, cloud adoption, and $256M in public digital infrastructure investment. Software and IT services will lead growth as Egypt builds a digitally advanced, investment-ready economy.
Algeria has launched its eTrade Readiness Assessment (eT Ready) with UNCTAD to accelerate MSME participation in digital trade. The roadmap addresses barriers in logistics and cross-border commerce, aligning with AfCFTA ambitions and Algeria’s diversification agenda. It will also feed into discussions at UNCTAD16 and the 2025 Intra-African Trade Fair in Algiers.
Gentari and Gamuda have partnered to develop 1.5GW of solar and battery storage capacity under Malaysia’s CRESS framework, targeting hyperscale data centres’ rising energy demand. The project supports Malaysia’s goal of reaching 40% renewable capacity by 2035 and strengthens the country’s position as a sustainable digital infrastructure hub.
Condor, part of EDGE Group, signed an MoU with Hungary’s 4iG S&D to explore establishing a regional hub for non-lethal defence solutions. The collaboration will focus on technology transfer, production, training, and joint research, strengthening European security capabilities and advancing NATO-aligned defence modernization efforts.
Meeza has secured QAR 800 million (US$219 million) in Islamic financing from Dukhan Bank to expand its data center capacity by 44MW, with 6MW reserved for AI services. The project reinforces Qatar’s National Digital Agenda 2030 and positions the country as a growing regional hub for AI and digital infrastructure.