Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Two engineering students from Sohar University, Reem al Dhahouri and Al Zahraa al Maamari, have developed a sustainable hydroponic farming project that uses local agricultural waste, smart sensors, and solar energy to reduce water and fertilizer consumption. The project aims to enhance food security and promote environmentally friendly farming practices.
Telecom Egypt is strengthening its global connectivity and digital infrastructure through subsea cable projects, strategic partnerships, and fiber-optic network expansions. With an emphasis on resilience, high-speed connectivity, and digital transformation, the company is positioning Egypt as a key digital hub, enhancing both domestic and international services for businesses and consumers.
The UAE has launched a national-scale partnership to build its first space-to-ground quantum communication network using Quantum Key Distribution (QKD). Through a collaboration between TII and Space42, the country aims to develop satellite-based quantum links, enhance cyber resilience, and position itself as a global leader in next-generation secure communication technologies.
The demand for cloud computing services in Africa is growing between 25% and 30% annually, according to data firm Xalam…
Ooredoo Kuwait is advancing its leadership in telecommunications by focusing on developing young Kuwaiti talents in technology and AI. With over 95% of executive roles localized, the company emphasizes empowering local expertise through training programs and collaborations with universities, preparing employees to innovate in a competitive global environment.
Cash still accounts for over 65 percent of transaction value in Bangladesh despite growth in digital payments and mobile financial services. Central bank data show slow progress toward a cashless economy, with businesses favoring cheques, limited digital acceptance, and MFS largely confined to small-value transfers.
As Valentine’s Day approaches, cybersecurity experts are warning of a sophisticated surge in AI-enabled romance scams. In 2026, the traditional…
Record customer wins across Japan, the Middle East, and the Americas validate Cequence’s position as the trusted foundation for enterprises…
The company will present AI-native cybersecurity capabilities to power autonomous security operations, the Mortal vs Machine competition, and share insights…
Pakistan and Meta discuss AI-driven digitalisation to boost public sector innovation under the Digital Pakistan vision, focusing on generative AI and local language models.