Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Prime Investment Group engaged with NVIDIA and MicroStrategy leaders at CES 2026, focusing on artificial intelligence, digital assets, and the future of data-driven economies. The group announced plans to double AI investments in 2026, underscoring its belief in AI and blockchain as foundational pillars of global business transformation.
Nigeria and Egypt are emerging as Africa’s primary data center hubs as cloud adoption and AI workloads drive explosive demand. With strong growth forecasts, new hyperscale campuses, and strategic geography, both markets are reshaping the continent’s digital backbone—provided power, policy, and skills challenges are resolved.
Egypt’s National Telecommunication Institute scaled digital training nationwide in 2025, reaching nearly 50,000 learners through 24 creativity centers and global partnerships. With strong employment outcomes across cybersecurity, AI, and workforce programs, NTI is building a job-ready digital talent pipeline aligned with Egypt’s national transformation goals.
A turning point for Bangladesh’s telecom sector may be near. Grameenphone CEO Yasir Azman says regulatory reform, dispute resolution, and fair taxation can restore investor confidence. With fibre, 5G, and digital services at stake, 2026 could reset the industry’s trajectory and unlock national digital growth.
stc Bahrain has unveiled a newly renovated lecture hall at the University of Bahrain, creating a modern learning space for students. The 15-year partnership reflects long-term investment in education, equipping future leaders with advanced facilities while supporting innovation, digital literacy, and community development across the Kingdom.
Nigeria’s telecom regulator is positioning 2026 as a turning point, promising better service quality, stronger consumer protection, and a fairer market. The NCC says balancing user trust with operator sustainability will drive investment, innovation, and inclusion, supporting Nigeria’s ambition to build a $1 trillion digital economy by 2030.
Jordan is strengthening its fintech talent pipeline as Orange Jordan partners with JoPACC to give Coding Academy graduates hands-on industry exposure. The initiative bridges education and real-world payment systems, equipping young professionals with market-ready skills while supporting national digital transformation and financial innovation.
Aramco Digital’s 450MHz industrial network marks a major leap in Saudi Arabia’s industrial digitisation, enabling secure, resilient connectivity for mission-critical operations. With AI-enabled devices and nationwide reach, the platform will power industrial IoT, automation, and real-time monitoring across energy, logistics, utilities, and smart infrastructure.
Dialog Axiata’s partnership with UnionPay International strengthens Sri Lanka’s push toward cashless payments by expanding fintech capabilities, merchant acceptance, and access to global payment networks. The collaboration supports e-commerce, MSMEs, and digital inclusion while aligning the country with regional fintech transformation trends.
A major shift in Pakistan’s spectrum policy could route half of auction proceeds to the Universal Service Fund, prioritising nationwide fibre rollout. The cabinet also pushed for easier payment terms for operators and live-broadcast auctions. Officials said the spectrum sale targets major gains in 4G and 5G speeds while addressing Pakistan’s regional lag.