Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Cartona, a B2B platform digitizing Egypt’s traditional trade market, raised $8.1 million in a Series A extension. The funds will accelerate growth, expand market share, and support regional expansion. The company’s asset-light model and strong unit economics have driven substantial growth, now serving over 188,000 retailers across 17 Egyptian cities.
Orange Foundation and Terre des hommes (Tdh) have partnered to open two new Women’s Digital Centers in Jordan, expanding the initiative to more governorates. These centers will offer training in digital skills, entrepreneurship, and mental health, empowering women to build a better future for themselves and their communities.
Madari Space, an Abu Dhabi startup, will launch a proof-of-concept orbital data centre in 2026, partnering with MBRSC and the UN. The mission aims to demonstrate sustainable off-planet data storage to cut carbon emissions, support AI-era infrastructure, and prepare for the cislunar economy.
Marrakech, Morocco, 26th March, 2025 – Mindware, a leading value-added distributor (VAD) in the Middle East and Africa, is set…
Dubai, UAE –– Hospinorm, a leading provider of advanced healthcare solutions across the GCC, is proud to announce its partnership…
Egypt has secured a $3.5 billion spectrum agreement with its four mobile operators, doubling available frequencies to support next-generation networks, improved connectivity, and the country’s broader digital transformation strategy.
Pakistan’s annual Cybersecurity Awareness Week concluded with a strong focus on prevention but no new remedies for cybercrime victims. As complaints surge and the NCCIA struggles with staffing, funding, and access issues, critics argue that awareness alone is insufficient without a functional, citizen-friendly redress and protection mechanism.
e& and DE-CIX have partnered to establish an Internet corridor between the UAE and India. This collaboration combines e&’s global connectivity with DE-CIX’s Internet exchange services to deliver high-speed, reliable internet, enhancing digital innovation and user experience across the Middle East and India.
Saudi Arabia’s CST has issued a draft regulation to formalize space station registration, enhancing transparency, investment, and compliance in satellite communications while supporting Vision 2030’s digital and space economy goals.
Telecom Egypt has approved Helios Investments’ binding offer to acquire a 75–80% stake in its new RDH subsidiary, valuing the assets at up to $260 million. The venture will develop Egypt’s data centres, with completion pending restructuring and regulatory approvals.