Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Ooredoo Kuwait reported strong H1 2025 results with 6% revenue growth and a 65% rise in net profit. EBITDA grew 19%, driven by 5G rollout, operational efficiency, and strategic partnerships. Customer base increased 4% to 26.4 million.
Jordanian tech firms advance market readiness for the Netherlands and Europe through specialized workshop supported by int@j, PUM, and JEBA.
Bangladesh Satellite Company Limited inks $2.5m deal to resell Starlink internet services, targeting corporate clients and expanding high-speed satellite coverage nationwide.
Bangladesh enforces a 10-SIM card ownership limit from August 2025 to combat fraud and misuse. Approximately 6.7 million SIMs will be deactivated, reinforcing national security and industry transparency.
Government forms a high-level committee to review and analyze the draft 2025 telecom policy, focusing on comprehensive impact assessment and enforcement feasibility.
Bahrain Space Agency CEO joins symposium on lunar tech and exploration, underscoring commercial partnerships and Bahrain’s Artemis Accords commitment in line with Vision 2030.
Zain Bahrain’s H1 2025 revenue grows 7.3%, profit rises 4.8%, driven by digital transformation and AI integration. Strong enterprise deals, inclusive workplace initiatives, and youth empowerment remain core focuses.
Kalaam Telecom and SecurityHQ join forces to deliver advanced SOC and managed security services in the GCC, combining local expertise and global MSSP capabilities to protect regional enterprises against evolving cyber threats.
stc Bahrain launches Samsung Pay—the first telecom in the Kingdom to offer secure, contactless payments via My stc BH App—boosting customer convenience with advanced security and digital innovation.
e& reports 12.9% subscriber growth and strong Q1 revenue and EBITDA gains. Launches AI governance framework with IBM and strengthens global connectivity, driving digital innovation and brand value over $20 billion.