Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
The Aswan Bootcamp Series, launched by Egypt’s MCIT in collaboration with ITIDA, USAID, and Plug and Play Egypt, aims to empower startups in Upper Egypt by providing mentorship and essential skills in market development, financial management, and scalability. The program targets over 60 startups in sectors like agri-tech and health-tech.
BNET has successfully acquired Infonas’ fixed fiber assets, marking a key milestone in Bahrain’s National Telecommunications Plan (NTP5). This acquisition unifies the Kingdom’s broadband infrastructure, enhancing fiber-optic services. BNET is committed to creating a single network, improving coverage, and elevating service quality across Bahrain.
Delivery Hero has priced Talabat’s IPO at AED 1.60 per share, raising $2 billion in Dubai’s biggest tech listing of the year. The offering values Talabat at $10.2 billion, reflecting strong investor demand, and cements its position as the Middle East’s leading food delivery and quick-commerce platform.
Orange Jordan has been awarded the “Fastest Fixed Internet – Fiber Network” certificate for 2024, marking its third consecutive year of recognition. The award highlights the company’s superior network performance, driven by significant investments in fiber optic infrastructure and innovative technologies, reinforcing its leadership in Jordan’s digital transformation.
Egypt plans to increase its digital skills training, focusing on AI, data analytics, and embedded systems, as part of its effort to become a global ICT offshoring hub. The government aims to train 5,000 people annually, with an investment of EGP 4 billion per year, boosting digital exports and job creation.
State-of-the-art full-cycle development hub offers MENA studios access to Russian market, advanced infrastructure, and global collaboration opportunities The world’s only…
Beyond ONE has partnered with TIMWETECH to bring premium digital content to mobile users in Saudi Arabia and Oman. The collaboration allows customers to access streaming, gaming, and infotainment services without traditional banking, benefiting Beyond ONE’s prepaid customer base and enhancing digital access to entertainment and education.
The Omani Tender Board has signed six framework contracts with local companies to supply desktop computers, laptops, and tablets to government agencies. This initiative aims to improve procurement efficiency and support the growth of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Oman.
The Ministry of Tourism of Syria has announced the launch of the inaugural Syria Travel Show 2026, a dedicated international…
Bezeq International is advancing regional digital infrastructure capabilities through the deployment of a new subsea internet cable system designed to…