Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
PLDT Global has partnered with stc Pay Bahrain to offer enhanced digital financial services to Filipinos in Bahrain. The collaboration integrates PLDT Global’s digital vouchers, bill payments, and mobile top-up services into stc Pay Bahrain’s app, expanding the range of services available to the Filipino community.
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Space42, the UAE-based space tech company, reported a 17.5% increase in profit for the first nine months of 2024, totaling $118.8 million. The company’s performance was boosted by the merger with Bayanat and Yahsat. Despite a revenue decline, Space42 remains focused on profitable growth and innovation in tech solutions.
Zain Group has launched its Global M2M offering to simplify IoT connectivity for OEMs across the Middle East. The solution streamlines integration, ensures regulatory compliance, and reduces operational costs by providing a single point of connectivity. Zain aims to be the preferred partner for digital transformation in the region.
Saudi Arabia will host the fifth Hajj Conference in Jeddah from Nov. 9–12, featuring 80 sessions, 60 workshops, and 260 exhibitors from 137 countries. The event will showcase innovations in pilgrim services, technology integration, and sustainable development for the Hajj and Umrah ecosystem.
Saudi Arabia has launched a digital system to manage Ramadan iftar at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque. Built with Ehsan and Nusuk, the platform enables online registration, secure payments, and permit issuance, ensuring transparent, efficient, and well-governed meal distribution.