Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Bahrain and Saudi Arabia have signed an agreement to digitize afforestation efforts, focusing on documenting trees and calculating their environmental benefits. This initiative supports the ‘Forever Green’ campaign and the ‘Middle East Green Initiative,’ promoting greater environmental cooperation and sustainability between the two nations.
e& Egypt launches 5G services backed by a $170 million license, delivering high-capacity, low-latency connectivity to boost digital transformation across entertainment, fintech, and e-commerce sectors.
PTCL reports Rs7.2bn loss in H1 FY25; finance ministry warns of risks tied to Telenor Pakistan acquisition affecting digital transformation.
Omantel was recognized at the Business Today CXO Awards for its leadership in innovation, digital transformation, and technological advancement. CEO Talal Al Mamari and CFO Ghassan Al-Hashar received top awards for their exceptional leadership. Omantel continues to drive growth with strategic partnerships and investments in AI, cloud computing, and digital services.
This innovative offering enhances fault and performance management and aims to streamline operations for telecommunications providers in the Middle East and Africa.
SLT-MOBITEL sponsored the SLIoT Challenge 2025, Sri Lanka’s top IoT competition, nurturing youth innovation across school, university, and open categories. Winners demonstrated outstanding creativity and technical skill, reflecting the country’s advancing digital landscape and SLT-MOBITEL’s commitment to fostering next-gen tech talent.
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has introduced a Temporary Mobile Registration System for overseas Pakistanis and foreign nationals. Visitors can register their mobile devices online for up to 120 days without any fees, ensuring seamless connectivity during their stay. This initiative supports Pakistan’s digital transformation efforts.
Bangladesh is accelerating its AI adoption across key sectors including telecommunications, agriculture, textiles, and pharmaceuticals. By integrating AI, the country aims to boost operational efficiency, innovation, and global competitiveness. Collaboration between private and public sectors is essential to drive sustainable digital transformation and align with international standards.
PayTabs Egypt has partnered with Ollin to enhance consumer financing by integrating advanced payment technologies. This collaboration aims to streamline digital transactions across sectors such as auto loans, healthcare, education, and travel, aligning with Egypt’s push for a more digital economy.
SelectUSA Tech has launched its first-ever tech startup pitching competition in Egypt, aiming to promote US investment. The winning startup will be sponsored by the US Embassy to attend the SelectUSA Tech competition and National Harbor Summit in Maryland. The initiative focuses on supporting Egyptian startups’ growth in the US market.