Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Bahrain and Kuwait reinforce cooperation in transport and infrastructure, focusing on maritime connectivity and joint Gulf projects to promote regional integration and economic development under GCC vision.
Kuwaiti women lead 41% of startups, driving innovation across sectors like fintech and e-commerce. Backed by Vision 2035 and support platforms, female founders are reshaping the economy and culture despite funding and regulatory challenges.
Kuwait’s WAMD real-time payments system rapidly gains traction, powered by KNET and ACI Worldwide. The platform drives instant, secure digital transactions nationwide, fostering financial inclusion and innovation aligned with Kuwait’s digital transformation goals.
Orange Jordan partners with StarLink to expand advanced ICT solutions, enhancing digital transformation support for Jordan’s business sector. The collaboration strengthens cybersecurity, cloud, and data center capabilities aligned with national digital economy goals.
Iraq is advancing efforts to introduce Apple Pay, engaging with Apple’s regional team to meet technical requirements and expand digital payment options, supporting financial inclusion and electronic payment growth.
MFTA launches its Iraq chapter to advance fintech innovation and regulatory progress amid rapid digital transformation. Led by fintech pioneer Bahaa Abdul Hadi, the chapter will drive collaboration, inclusion, and integrate Iraq into the MENA fintech ecosystem.
Flutterwave’s Send App launch in Egypt enhances cross-border remittances with secure, fast, and accessible transfers, empowering the Egyptian diaspora to support families and communities while advancing Africa’s fintech ecosystem.
PALM secures seven-figure pre-seed funding to scale its goal-based saving platform in Egypt. By blending investment with behavioural incentives, PALM aims to modernize saving habits and boost financial inclusion in line with national development goals.
Egypt advances maritime safety by releasing S-101 hydrographic datasets for Alexandria and Port Said, embracing digital navigation standards under the S-100 framework and enhancing chart precision aligned with global best practices.
Bangladesh’s BEAR Summit and National Semiconductor Symposium highlight the country’s commitment to building a deep-tech ecosystem, focusing on AI, semiconductors, and education reforms. The event gathers diverse stakeholders to drive innovation, skills development, and industry growth aligned with 4IR demands.