Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Saudi Arabia’s National Events Center, in partnership with CODE and Monsha’at, has launched EventTech, a national initiative aimed at driving digital innovation in the events sector. Aligned with Vision 2030, EventTech promotes collaboration among government agencies, accelerates digital transformation, and engages the public in developing innovative digital solutions.
Elon Musk expressed excitement about launching Starlink in Bangladesh following a meeting with Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser, Prof. Muhammad Yunus. The discussions focused on how Starlink could improve connectivity for youth, rural areas, and underserved communities. Musk also accepted an invitation to visit Bangladesh for the potential launch.
The Oman Research and Education Network Technology Summit (OTS25) spotlighted AI’s transformative potential in education, research, and economic growth. Hosted under ministerial patronage, the event emphasized ethical innovation, collaboration, and capacity building to align with Oman’s national AI strategy. The summit concluded with new partnerships, research initiatives, and recognition of AI solutions advancing Oman’s knowledge economy.
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Kuwait has launched the Salem app, a unified digital health platform that replaces the Seha system and integrates 30+ services. Users can book appointments, access medical records, view lab results, and receive prescription alerts. The initiative supports Kuwait Vision 2035 and strengthens the country’s broader health digitalisation strategy.
Starlink has launched its corporate internet service in Bangladesh, with Eastern Bank and 20 other firms signing up. The world’s largest Starlink ground station in Gazipur will power the service, while Robi becomes the first reseller. High costs could restrict uptake, but the service promises to transform rural connectivity.
Pakistan’s telecom operator Zong has asked the government to apply industrial electricity tariffs and grant fiscal parity for its cloud and data centre operations, warning that high power costs and unequal incentives are weakening local competitiveness and discouraging global cloud investment.
The African Digital Summit 2024 in Casablanca highlighted Africa’s commitment to leveraging technology for growth. Day 2 featured discussions on AI, digital ecosystems, employee retention, and media innovation, concluding with the introduction of the African Digital Awards to celebrate technological excellence across the continent.
Saoud Hamad Al Riyami has been confirmed as CEO of Ooredoo Oman starting August 2025. Having served as Acting CEO since February, he brings over 20 years of telecom experience and leadership roles within Ooredoo, alongside academic credentials from Sultan Qaboos University and ILM.
Sri Lanka’s e-commerce penetration is forecasted to grow steadily, driven by increased internet use and smartphone adoption. Bamagate.com’s new promotional campaign aims to capture market share through exclusive offers and brand collaborations, positioning itself as a key player in the country’s expanding digital retail sector.