Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Beyon has partnered with Bahrain’s Ministry of Interior to launch an AI-powered traffic monitoring system, deploying 500 smart cameras to enhance road safety and discipline. The project aligns with Bahrain Vision 2030 and reinforces the Kingdom’s role as a regional hub for digital transformation and artificial intelligence.
Saudi Ports Authority introduced the ‘AR2 Asia Red Sea’ shipping service operated by Wan Hai Lines to enhance Jeddah port’s connectivity to major Asian, Middle Eastern, and African ports, supporting Saudi Arabia’s goal to become a global logistics hub.
Algeria launches Alsat-3A from China, enhancing high-resolution Earth observation, geospatial intelligence, and mapping capabilities through continued collaboration between ASAL and CASC.
DDoS attacks have surged across North Africa, with Morocco, Tunisia, Libya, and Algeria seeing increased activity in the second half of 2024. The telecom sector is particularly targeted, with sophisticated multi-vector attacks. The report highlights the need for improved cybersecurity measures as regional digital infrastructure expands.
Kuwait has introduced a new mobile number portability framework allowing users to switch operators while keeping their numbers. The regulation promotes competition, strengthens consumer rights, and modernizes telecom operations under CITRA oversight.
Ericsson and Zain Bahrain have announced an expanded strategic partnership to introduce advanced 5G capabilities in the Kingdom, centred on…
Vodafone Qatar is heavily investing in Qatar’s digital economy and telecommunications infrastructure to position the country as a hub for entrepreneurship. Through partnerships with companies like Snoonu and Samsung, Vodafone is supporting startups with resources and digital solutions, fostering innovation, and driving the resilience of Qatar’s economy.
Ooredoo has entered a sustainability-focused MoU with GORD to enhance its environmental and social performance. The partnership will leverage research, assessments, and global best practices to support Ooredoo’s sustainability roadmap, aligned with the UN SDGs and Qatar National Vision 2030.
Study conducted by Veqtor8 finds delayed projects and $millions at risk when enterprises operate lakehouses without a logical data layer…
Saudi Arabia commits $6.4 billion to Syria’s reconstruction, focusing on infrastructure and telecom sectors, with major Gulf and regional companies involved. The investment supports interim President Sharaa’s government amid post-war rebuilding and eased sanctions.