Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Zain Jordan closed 2025 with multiple regional and global awards recognising digital transformation, sustainability, AI innovation, 5G expansion, and workplace excellence. The achievements highlight three decades of impact and reinforce the company’s role in strengthening Jordan’s digital economy and regional technology leadership.
Algeria launches Alsat-3A from China, enhancing high-resolution Earth observation, geospatial intelligence, and mapping capabilities through continued collaboration between ASAL and CASC.
Bahrain’s Survey and Land Registration Bureau has partnered with Aetosky and Planet to introduce an AI-enhanced urban planning system using high-resolution satellite imagery. This system improves urban management by monitoring changes and streamlining building permit processes, advancing Bahrain’s commitment to smart, sustainable urban development.
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.
Banglalink has introduced special Hajj Roaming Packs, allowing Bangladeshi pilgrims to use their mobile balance in Taka for international roaming in Saudi Arabia. The partnership with Saudi networks STC, Zain, and Etisalat ensures reliable connectivity. The packages offer various data and talk time options for hassle-free service during Hajj.
Yasir Azman becomes the first Bangladeshi CEO of Grameenphone, taking charge amid regulatory challenges and legal disputes over unpaid dues. He succeeds Michael Foley, who led digital transformation and record growth. Azman commits to driving innovation aligned with Digital Bangladesh goals.
Algeria’s National Investment Fund has launched a technology hub in Algiers to accelerate digitalisation, especially in finance. Partnering with leading ICT firms, the hub will pool resources and expertise, supporting Algeria’s national digital strategy and strengthening its position as a regional innovation and technology hub.
Alum from .Monks (S4Capital), Ogilvy, Mother, and Giant Spoon joins INVNT in the inaugural role. NEW YORK — INVNT, the…
TIEC’s 47th Start IT Round Targets Early-Stage Startups with Enhanced Benefits to Accelerate Innovation Cairo, Egypt – May 2025 Egypt’s…
Kazakhstan is reaping early benefits from its 2024 digitization plan, with blockchain saving $24M, AI centers launched, and 95% internet penetration. Meanwhile, Qatar Development Bank has integrated IBM’s Cloud Pak, Instana, and Turbonomic to modernize operations, improve efficiency, and prepare for CBDC and fintech-driven transformation.