Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
This achievement comes at a time when concerns about data privacy, security breaches, and potential censorship have cast a shadow over centralized storage solutions.
Fincart, an Egyptian startup helping e-commerce SMBs with shipping and working capital, has secured an undisclosed pre-seed funding round led by Plus VC and other regional investors. The funds will enhance its tech platform and courier network, supporting the growing e-commerce markets in Africa and the Middle East.
PMI and ITU have signed an agreement to enhance project governance, implementation, and skill development in ITU’s global initiatives. This partnership focuses on addressing Africa’s connectivity gaps, aligning PMI’s project management expertise with ITU’s mission to promote digital inclusion and bridge connectivity challenges in underserved regions.
Dubai, UAE – 23 July 2025: Valerion, a leading specialist in home cinema projectors and the premium sub-brand of AWOL…
CRA has concluded its “Everyone Connected, Everyone Engaged” initiative, delivering nationwide digital inclusion programs aligned with ITU’s 160th anniversary. The closing event included an SRMC visit for people with disabilities, showcasing CRA’s monitoring technologies. The initiative promoted youth innovation, senior digital safety and community engagement, supporting Qatar’s broader digital transformation goals.
Nepal Telecom has partnered with the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) to provide free Wi-Fi service at all airports in the country. Starting with Tribhuvan International Airport, the service will be expanded to other airports in phases. CAAN will also provide mobile charging stations and passenger assistance rooms.
EdVentures, Nahdet Misr Group’s venture capital arm, has selected eight new startups to enhance its edtech portfolio. These firms specialize in innovative educational technologies, expanding EdVentures’ total to 22 companies and emphasizing its commitment to revolutionizing Egypt’s educational system.
Space42’s Thuraya Mobile Broadband Hotspot offers secure, durable satellite internet for remote land and maritime users, filling critical coverage gaps. Compatible with the Thuraya-4 satellite and equipped with advanced features, it supports mission-critical communications across multiple sectors worldwide.
Ooredoo Group, in partnership with Innovatix Systems, has launched multilingual, scalable cybersecurity services across its markets. Already live in Qatar, Tunisia, Kuwait, and the Maldives, the services offer 24/7 SOC, EDR, and XDR, ensuring proactive protection, localized support, and real-time monitoring, with full rollout across all Ooredoo markets by 2025.
Batelco launched Voya, Bahrain’s first global data roaming eSIM service available to all telecom users worldwide. It offers fast activation, affordable plans from BD 2 ($5.26), seamless connectivity in 140+ destinations, multi-network flexibility, and free travel insurance for a limited period.