Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Shift, a Jeddah-based mobility company, has secured an $83 million investment from Merak Capital to enhance its mobility services across Saudi Arabia. This funding aims to expand and improve technology in sectors such as tourism and transportation.
At the heart of the offering is a secure, biometric-enabled smart card platform designed for the unbanked and underbanked GABORONE,…
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 22 April 2026: BHM Capital, the leading financial institution in the capital markets of the United…
The GSMA’s new white paper calls for a united effort across governments, industry, and civil society to strengthen child online protections throughout Africa. It emphasizes youth-centred policies, digital literacy expansion, and public-private collaboration to create safer digital spaces for Africa’s rapidly growing youth population, recognizing that safeguarding children’s rights online is critical for the continent’s future social and economic progress.
Egypt has expanded its Export Development Program to include technology services under a new agreement involving the Information Technology Industry…
In a sweeping move to revolutionize its transportation and logistics sector, Saudi Arabia is embracing technological advancements and artificial intelligence,…
UAE-based Permus Software House has launched MyndLab, described as the region’s first native Arabic AI application builder, as demand grows…
Dialog Axiata has been recognised as Sri Lanka’s Most Loved Service Brand and Most Loved Telecommunications Brand for the third…
Telecom experts suggest that Teletalk, Bangladesh’s state-owned mobile operator, can revitalize its services through significant investment and innovative strategies. Recommendations include a joint venture with BTCL and a focus on data services to improve customer engagement and operational efficiency, addressing current challenges and enhancing competitiveness in the telecom market.
Vodafone and HiWEB have formed a strategic partnership to modernize Iran’s broadband infrastructure, expand mobile and fixed services, and introduce Vodafone-supported IoT solutions. The alliance will also enhance service quality for Vodafone’s multinational customers while supporting HiWEB’s nationwide expansion goals.