Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Vodafone Qatar has launched the ZTE U60 Pro Wi-Fi 7 5G hotspot, the region’s first device of its kind. With Wi-Fi 7, 5G-A speeds, a Snapdragon X75 chip, and a 10,000mAh battery offering 29 hours of use, the device connects 64 devices and is priced at QAR 999.
Pasifik Holding, a Turkish conglomerate, is focusing on expanding its global presence through investments in defense technologies and port operations. The company also plans to list 20% of its shares on Borsa Istanbul in the first quarter of 2025. Pasifik has interests in real estate, logistics, mining, and energy.
Ooredoo has finalized a landmark financing deal to enhance its data center operations, supporting the expansion and upgrade of infrastructure for AI and cloud services. This strategic move aims to address the increasing demand for high-capacity digital services.
Olympic champion Osama Mellouli and Tunisie Telecom brought smiles to children at Bechir Hamza Hospital by donating tablets and spending time with young patients. The initiative created joy during Ramadan while easing hospital stays, with Tunisie Telecom vowing to continue similar social responsibility efforts.
Afghanistan’s Zabul province has seen a remarkable transformation in telecommunication services following years of conflict and underdevelopment. The installation of new network towers across the province has eased communication hardships, allowing residents to connect from home for the first time. Provincial officials continue efforts to expand coverage to all areas, reflecting broader national reconstruction goals in telecommunications and infrastructure.
Flowwow and Admitad have released a report on the MENA e-commerce and gifting markets, showing significant growth in 2024. The UAE and Saudi Arabia led the region in online orders, with a rise in average order values. The gifting market, especially flowers, saw remarkable growth, with Flowwow leading the surge.
Ooredoo and Bawwaba launch Oman’s first telecom-backed B2B marketplace to boost SME growth and digital transformation, enabling seamless trade and new opportunities.
Orange Jordan concluded the 9th edition of OSVP by awarding three innovative projects addressing health, environment, and social care. Winners now move on to compete at the global edition in South Africa, with Orange reaffirming its long-term commitment to entrepreneurship, community service, and Jordan’s digital transformation.
India has introduced stricter regulations for telecom service providers, imposing fines up to Rs 10 lakh for failing to curb unsolicited commercial communication (UCC) and SMS spam. The new rules simplify the complaint process and enforce faster actions against spammers, aiming to enhance consumer protection and digital communication security.
Orange Egypt has partnered with Huawei to launch SD-WAN services over the Huawei Cloud Stack (HCS) platform, the first of its kind in Egypt. This solution enhances network management, security, and user experience, supporting remote work and business continuity. The collaboration strengthens their long-standing strategic relationship.