Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Myco has secured exclusive broadcasting rights for Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 in the MENA region, set to begin in April 2025. The platform will offer live coverage of the tournament across multiple countries and introduce an innovative “watch and earn” model, enhancing the fan experience.
UAE and Tunisia deepen cooperation in food and agriculture through a strategic forum focused on innovation, supply chains, and investment opportunities during IFSA Africa.
Nepal Telecom (NT), Agriculture Development Bank Limited (ADBL), and Citizens Investment Trust (CIT) have announced dividend payouts for their shareholders. NT has proposed a 30% dividend, CIT 13%, and ADBL 10.53%. NT’s revenue decline has been attributed to reduced voice call usage due to OTT services and increased competition.
Bahrain Islamic Bank (BisB) has partnered with telecom services group STC to implement initiatives supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Bahrain. BisB offers digital banking services and aims to provide innovative solutions for SMEs and corporate customers through this collaboration. STC Bahrain’s Chief Business Officer expressed their commitment to empowering SMEs and contributing to Bahrain’s Economic Vision 2030.
Kuwait’s CITRA has launched new frequencies to introduce advanced 5G technology, enhancing the country’s telecommunications infrastructure. This initiative, which includes discontinuing 3G services by June 2025, supports the adoption of IoT, AI, and smart city applications, providing ultra-high-speed data transfer and improved network capacities.
Huawei and Virgin Mobile UAE have partnered to pre-load the Virgin Mobile app on upcoming Huawei devices, enabling instant access to mobile plans during device setup. The integration streamlines onboarding, supports Huawei’s ecosystem strategy, and enhances Virgin Mobile’s digital-first customer experience, creating a frictionless and convenient connectivity journey for users across the UAE.
Telenor Pakistan is part of the launch of the country’s first low-carbon Energy Storage as a Service (ESaaS) project, which aims to reduce the telecom sector’s carbon footprint by 8.33 kilotons annually. The initiative involves deploying 25 MWh of battery infrastructure, reducing reliance on diesel, and saving PKR 5 billion in costs.
Kuwait’s Ministry of Finance reaffirmed its dedication to digital transformation after receiving the AI Excellence Award for its “Tarasul Plus” system at the Microsoft AI Summit. The event highlighted government-wide achievements in cloud, AI, and cybersecurity innovation, with awards presented to CAIT, the Ministry of Health, and other public institutions. These efforts align with Kuwait’s broader vision of building a data-driven, AI-enabled government ecosystem.
Bangladesh has launched the Platform for Resilient Supply Chains, a collaborative initiative involving government and industry stakeholders. This platform aims to foster policy discussions, enhance local job creation, improve working conditions, and boost economic growth. It supports Bangladesh’s transition to a more inclusive and resilient economy as it nears LDC graduation.
Egypt has successfully launched the SPNEX nanosatellite, which is now operating in orbit and transmitting data. Developed entirely by national institutions, the satellite supports ionospheric and climate research and strengthens Egypt’s capabilities in space system development and scientific research.