Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
The Saudi Media Forum 2026 brought together global media leaders to examine AI-driven transformation, digital audio growth and evolving business models, highlighting trust, innovation and platform integration as key priorities as Saudi Arabia advances its ambitions to become a regional hub for modern media and content creation.
Daleel has raised $3 million in a pre-seed round to develop its AI-powered real estate intelligence platform, combining verified government data with live listings to improve transparency and decision-making while supporting expansion across the UAE and future entry into Saudi Arabia’s growing proptech market.
UWallet and Mastercard have partnered to launch digital payment solutions in Jordan aimed at expanding financial inclusion, supporting SMEs and enhancing digital commerce through prepaid cards, multi-currency payments and digital-first financial services aligned with the country’s shift toward a cashless economy.
Jordan’s Alefredo EdTech has acquired UK-based Tutor House for $600,000, expanding its global footprint and completing its AI-driven learning platform by integrating tutoring, assessments and analytics, as regional edtech companies increasingly pursue cross-border acquisitions to scale internationally.
Ooredoo Kuwait Group reported 9% revenue growth to KWD 774 million in 2025, driven by strong performance in Algeria, Tunisia and Kuwait, alongside growth in EBITDA and net profit as the company advances 5G, AI infrastructure and digital services to support long-term regional expansion and shareholder value.
Starlink’s entry into Senegal introduces satellite broadband as a tool to expand connectivity in underserved regions, supporting national digital inclusion goals while raising challenges around affordability, regulation and ecosystem balance as the country works to integrate satellite internet alongside existing fiber and mobile networks.
Morocco has climbed 14 places in the Government AI Readiness Index 2025, reflecting progress in AI governance, digital infrastructure and public-sector innovation as the country advances initiatives aimed at strengthening technological capacity and positioning itself as a regional hub for sustainable digital transformation.
Vodacom reported a 13% increase in service revenue driven by strong growth in Egypt and the DRC, while fintech services continued expanding rapidly, highlighting the growing importance of international markets and mobile financial services in supporting the group’s overall performance.
DiDi Egypt has partnered with RiseUp Summit 2026 to support entrepreneurship and innovation in Egypt, highlighting its role in digital transformation and sustainable mobility while engaging with startups, investors and technology leaders at one of the region’s largest innovation gatherings.
Vodafone IoT and Hyundai Motor Group have partnered to deploy connected car services across five Middle Eastern markets, enabling secure and compliant in-car connectivity through Global SIM technology while supporting the growth of software-defined vehicles and expanding IoT-driven mobility services across the region.