Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Farabin Company has launched an advanced 4G Remote Radio Unit (RRU) to improve telecommunications network coverage and capacity, especially in rural areas. The RRU integrates with a baseband system (BBU) and a centralized management system, reducing costs and enhancing data transfer rates by eliminating the need for low-loss cables.
CASS hosted a webinar on bridging the global digital divide, featuring experts discussing AI adoption, digital literacy, and tech ecosystems. Speakers highlighted the need for global cooperation, technology transfer, and local innovation. The event emphasized the importance of education, workforce reskilling, and public-private partnerships to enhance digital inclusion in Pakistan.
The committee discussed developing telecommunications and postal sectors and enhancing cooperation among member states, including collaborations in space initiatives.
Oman’s transport and logistics sector is projected to contribute RO14bn to the economy by 2040, becoming the second-largest economic contributor after hydrocarbons. With a focus on infrastructure, sustainability, and digital transformation, the sector will create up to 300,000 jobs and unlock investment opportunities, supporting Oman’s Vision 2040 goals.
Oman is prioritizing the development of a decentralized health system to international standards, aiming to raise life expectancy to 70 years by 2040. The Ministry of Health plans to enhance healthcare through investments in preventive programs, modern technology, and comprehensive initiatives, including organ transplantation and digital health strategies.
The NCC will roll out a cybersecurity framework next month to curb hacking, ransomware, and spam in Nigeria’s telecoms sector. CEO Aminu Maida also addressed data depletion concerns, noting it stems from consumer habits. NCC is pushing fibre expansion and fair backbone pricing to ensure affordable nationwide broadband access.
stc and Samsung launched the Galaxy S25 series in Kuwait, offering an immersive experience highlighting the innovative Galaxy AI suite, advanced photography, and enhanced productivity tools. The event brought influencers and enthusiasts together, showcasing the latest technology and stc’s commitment to providing cutting-edge mobile experiences for customers.
Oman’s Financial Services Authority (FSA) has identified three critical security vulnerabilities within the widely used OpenClaw software platform, highlighting the…
Cisco has introduced a universal quantum switch, a development aimed at enabling more scalable and interconnected quantum networks as the…
stc pay Bahrain has partnered with Global Processing Services (GPS) to enhance its digital payments infrastructure, with a focus on…