Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Nepal Telecom has launched a pilot online KYC update service for GSM prepaid customers, replacing paper forms with a QR-based digital process at its Sundhara office. The initiative supports faster service delivery and will expand to more locations after the test phase.
ABU DHABI, UAE and LEUVEN, Belgium, May 13th 2026. ADI Foundation and SettleMint today announced a strategic partnership to develop…
San Francisco — April 2026 — Propeller, the venture capital firm focused on AI infrastructure, announced the inaugural cohort of…
Bangladesh’s EdTech industry is booming with 416 startups driving innovation in exam prep, career readiness, VR classrooms, and AI learning. Platforms like 10 Minute School, Shikho, Ostad, and Nerdiz are transforming education while global apps complement local efforts, fostering skills and digital opportunities nationwide.
Alipay+ and Kaspi.kz have enabled international cross-border QR payments in Kazakhstan, making it the first country in Central Asia to adopt Alipay+. Covering nationwide merchants, the move supports tourism growth, builds on regional expansion efforts, and connects global travelers to local businesses.
Dubai Electronic Security Centre (DESC) has certified 950 cloud-based services for over 100 government entities, strengthening Dubai’s position as a leader in cybersecurity. The initiatives aim to safeguard the emirate’s cyberspace while promoting technological advancement and economic growth.
GITEX Africa 2026 has drawn participation representing over $350 billion in assets, underscoring the growing scale and strategic importance of…