Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Mashreq Pakistan has received a restricted license from the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) to begin pilot operations as a digital retail bank. The bank plans to offer Islamic banking solutions and digital services to millions of retail customers, contributing to financial inclusion and economic development in Pakistan.
NYU Abu Dhabi has launched ChatSign, an AI-powered system designed to provide real-time sign language accessibility, marking a significant advancement…
Nepal’s Ncell has launched a new partnership initiative that offers subscribers discounts of up to 60% on Ultima gadgets, highlighting…
Digital Dubai has partnered with the Dubai Future Foundation to develop national competencies for shaping future technologies. This collaboration focuses on empowering graduates through the Digital Pioneers Programme, preparing them to become leaders in artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, while aligning with Dubai’s vision for digital transformation.
UAE-based artificial intelligence and technology group G42 has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with global banking giant Banco Santander…
Forces including extreme densification, gigawatt scaling, and data center as unit of compute are driving these trends Dubai, UAE [January…
Oman’s new National Innovation Centre marks a major step toward regional leadership in semiconductors and AI-driven communications. Backed by ITHCA and Movandi, it will nurture Omani talent, attract foreign investors, and strengthen the nation’s role in the global digital economy.
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has requested an extension for the VPN registration deadline beyond November 30, 2024, due to concerns about the complexity of the process. The Interior Ministry previously mandated registration of unregistered VPNs to curb misuse, including accessing illegal content and ensuring compliance with security regulations.
• DHL is investing EUR 24 million to establish a service center in East Cairo’s logistics zone.• The new 13,000-m²…
The UAE has taken a major step toward sovereign semiconductor capability through an LOI signed by Tawazun, EDGE, Khalifa University and Lockheed Martin to develop a national chiplet-based microelectronics ecosystem in Abu Dhabi. The initiative includes a 16-month semiconductor training programme with ASU, a new national research centre, and collaboration on mission-critical electronics for aerospace and defence. It reinforces UAE–US tech cooperation and supports long-term goals in innovation, localisation and advanced industrial capacity.