Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Guodong Group targets investments in Pakistan’s telecom towers, data centers, EV charging, and smart city solutions, supported by Pakistan’s SIFC and government under the Digital Nation Pakistan vision.
Zain Jordan is partnering with the Ministry of Youth to install a central electronic monitoring system connecting 245 sites, enhancing data security and operational efficiency. This initiative includes over 800 surveillance cameras and three years of technical support.
Synarchy Consulting has partnered with Info-Tech Research Group to deliver globally validated IT and AI transformation tools across MEA. The partnership combines Info-Tech’s research frameworks with Synarchy’s local expertise, equipping CIOs with actionable roadmaps to accelerate AI adoption, digital transformation, and governance.
Space42 raises $695.5M financing for advanced geostationary satellites Al Yah 4 and 5, boosting secure multi-orbit connectivity across key global regions.
Helios Towers expects continued growth in 2025, driven by rising digital demand in Africa and the Middle East. The company projects adjusted EBITDA of $420 million for the year, while also reporting a 2% increase in third-quarter adjusted EBITDA to $105.7 million, with a growing number of tenants.
Oman’s Salalah conference recommended boosting labour governance, training for green and digital skills, investing in digital infrastructure, and applying AI for smart governance to advance sustainable leadership and digital transformation.
Saudi Arabia’s CST and SCIT Group have partnered for a $100 million investment to enhance Air-to-Ground (A2G) communication technology. The initiative aims to improve aviation safety, passenger connectivity, and airline operations, while fostering local talent and regional expansion. This collaboration positions Saudi Arabia as a global leader in aviation technology.
YOUKNOW Technologies has become a HubSpot Solutions Partner in South Africa, offering local businesses access to premium CRM solutions. The partnership enables companies to leverage HubSpot’s CRM capabilities, improving sales, customer retention, and marketing alignment, all while benefiting from YOUKNOW’s local support and extensive implementation expertise.
TikTok launches a flood information search guide in Nepal, connecting users with verified disaster resources and mental health support to counter misinformation during the monsoon season.
BBK has deployed SymphonyAI’s AI-driven anti-money laundering technology to enhance its transaction monitoring and customer due diligence processes across multiple countries. The AI-powered solution helps the bank improve financial crime detection, reduce false positives, and ensure compliance with evolving regulations in Bahrain, Kuwait, India, Turkey, and the UAE.