Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia committed to deepening tech collaboration, launching a major semiconductor training program and exploring AI partnerships. Pakistan’s economic recovery supports this digital transformation agenda.
Ooredoo Business hosted an exclusive B2B event in Sohar, focused on empowering Oman’s SMEs with transformative digital solutions. The event showcased tailored ICT tools for businesses, offering cloud-based collaboration, advanced security, and marketing strategies. It also provided exclusive offers and exciting prizes, reinforcing Ooredoo’s commitment to driving digital growth.
Moroccan surgeon Youness Ahallal made history by performing the world’s first intercontinental robotic prostatectomy, remotely conducting the surgery from Shanghai while a team in Casablanca assisted. This breakthrough in telesurgery promises to improve healthcare access, reduce inequalities, and enhance surgical expertise across remote regions.
Saudi Arabia’s Nusuk app, the official digital platform for Hajj and Umrah pilgrims, has surpassed 51 million users, Minister of…
UAE-based Space42 and satellite network provider Skylo have successfully completed direct-to-device (D2D) satellite connectivity trials in the UAE, demonstrating SMS…
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority’s August 2024 report reveals an increase in cellular subscribers to 193.098 million and a rise in 3G/4G users to 137.920 million. NGMS penetration also grew, with 99% of telecom complaints resolved, highlighting efficient customer service in the sector.
Mohamed Ezzat, Co-Founder and CEO of Bosta, participated in RiseUp Summit 2026, the largest annual event for entrepreneurship and innovation…
Bahrain’s iGA, in collaboration with Microsoft, hosted specialised Fabric Data Management Platform training to boost AI-driven data skills across government entities and advance national digital transformation goals.
AlloyX and Bahrain FinTech Bay have partnered to accelerate stablecoin innovation and adoption in Bahrain, focusing on regulated digital finance, blockchain integration, and fintech ecosystem collaboration. The initiative supports the Kingdom’s ambition to strengthen its role as a regional hub for digital assets and next-generation financial infrastructure.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 12 June 2026: HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water…