Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Saudi AI startup Infobrim has raised angel funding at a $3.5 million valuation to expand its AI-powered business intelligence platform, supporting enterprise analytics and digital transformation initiatives aligned with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has completed three digital transformation projects with Sumerge, including a social services platform, disability support improvements, and internal efficiency initiatives aligned with Vision 2030.
Saudi IT services firm solutions was downgraded by United Securities due to regional geopolitical risks, with revised forecasts for 2026 revenue and profit. Despite the downgrade, analysts still see potential upside as the company maintains strong market share and expands recurring service contracts.
An Omani engineer has developed an AI-powered mobile firefighting unit designed for industrial sites, featuring remote operation, thermal detection, solar power, and a large water capacity to improve emergency response in high-risk environments.
Moroccan fintech Mynk enables instant peer-to-peer payments through a mobile wallet app that uses phone numbers instead of bank details. The platform aims to increase digital payment adoption and improve financial inclusion in Morocco.
Arab Bank’s fintech accelerator AB Xelerate has partnered with Fuze to explore regulated digital asset services in Jordan. The collaboration will evaluate use cases, product design, and technical integration through Jordan’s regulatory sandbox, supporting the country’s digital finance ecosystem.
Orange Jordan has launched the 2026 “Inspiring Change” Award to support women entrepreneurs in the ICT sector, offering prizes up to JD 3,000 and a special sustainability award. The initiative aims to strengthen women-led startups and digital innovation in Jordan.
Jordan ranked third in the Middle East for cyberattacks linked to the ongoing regional conflict, according to S&P Global Ratings. Despite the rise in attacks, the country’s critical infrastructure and economic systems remain unaffected, highlighting the resilience of its cybersecurity capabilities.
Egypt’s telecom operators have requested a 30% price increase for telecom services starting in April, citing rising fuel and infrastructure costs. The government may approve a smaller increase of 20–25%, with a final decision expected after Eid Al-Fitr.
Bangladesh has launched a Starlink satellite internet trial on three intercity trains, allowing passengers to access free Wi-Fi during travel. The pilot project aims to test satellite broadband performance on moving trains and could lead to wider deployment across the national rail network.