Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Ada Derana secured two awards at the Asia-Pacific Broadcasting+ Awards 2025 for its advanced election coverage and audio streaming platform eTunes. These honours recognise the network’s leadership in digital innovation and its role in promoting Sri Lankan artists globally amid shifting media landscapes.
A Pakistani student team from IST won the Best AI Use Award at the APAC Solution Challenge 2025 for their AI-driven disaster preparedness solution, while another team from NUCES FAST also reached the top 10. These achievements reflect Pakistan’s rising potential in artificial intelligence and innovation on the global stage.
stc Bahrain received the “Talent Development Strategic Partner” award at Huawei Bahrain’s ICT Talent Ceremony, acknowledging its significant role in nurturing local ICT talent through programs like Jeel ICT. The company’s efforts support Bahrain’s digital transformation and economic growth ambitions aligned with Vision 2030.
Orange Jordan advances digital inclusion by collaborating with government and disability advocates to foster accessible ICT workplaces, promote assistive technology, and empower persons with disabilities in Jordan’s tech sector.
Zain Omantel International (ZOI) secured four key global awards in 2025 for excellence in subsea and terrestrial connectivity, including honors for innovation, subsea cable leadership, and regional network operation. These accolades underscore ZOI’s vital role in connecting the Middle East to global digital markets, accelerating socio-economic growth and regional digital transformation.
Dialog Axiata has been named Sri Lanka’s most loved service and telecommunication brand for 2025, winning the titles for the second year in a row. The accolade reflects strong customer loyalty and Dialog’s focus on innovation and inclusive digital connectivity.
Jazz won multiple awards at Pakistan Digital Awards 2025 for SIMOSA’s mobile service and gamification, Tamasha’s streaming excellence, and JazzCash’s innovative TapPay contactless payment solution, solidifying its leadership in Pakistan’s digital ecosystem.
Benefit has successfully renewed its ISO 27001:2022 and ISO 22301:2019 certifications, demonstrating its commitment to stringent information security and business continuity standards. The zero non-conformity audit result highlights Benefit’s robust cybersecurity framework and operational resilience, boosting stakeholder confidence in its fintech services.
Oman ranks 18th globally in ITU’s 2024 ICT Regulatory Tracker, leading GCC and Arab nations through strengthened regulation, legal clarity, and competitive digital policies aligned with Vision 2040.
Mobilis has been named Algeria’s leading mobile network for coverage and performance in 2024 by Ookla, reflecting its strong infrastructure investments and commitment to digital inclusion. This achievement marks a significant milestone in Algeria’s connectivity landscape.