Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Microsoft has completed construction of its Azure datacentre region in Saudi Arabia, with full availability expected in 2026. Located in the Eastern Province, the region features three availability zones offering advanced cloud services, supporting Saudi Vision 2030, and fostering AI innovation and digital transformation across both public and private sectors.
Bangladesh enforces a 10-SIM card ownership limit from August 2025 to combat fraud and misuse. Approximately 6.7 million SIMs will be deactivated, reinforcing national security and industry transparency.
Orange Jordan sponsored an IoT event at PSUT, bridging the gap between academia and industry while promoting innovation in technology. The event featured expert talks and workshops on the latest IoT developments, providing students and professionals with a platform for collaboration and exploring new opportunities in the tech sector.
Nokia and Zain KSA have completed Saudi Arabia’s first live Cloud RAN site, achieving 1.5 Gbps peak download speeds. This trial demonstrates the advantages of cloud-native architectures, such as reduced costs and faster deployment. It supports Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation and paves the way for future innovations, including AI-RAN and 6G.
Opensignal’s report reveals that Saudi Arabia ranks third in 5G download speed among EMEA markets, with Qatar leading the group. Most GCC countries have average 5G speeds above 200Mbps. Download speeds in Kuwait, Oman, the UAE, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia have improved significantly due to increased 5G adoption.
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The Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) has revoked the licences of 41 A2P SMS aggregators for failing to renew certifications and continuing operations with expired licences. Affected companies have been instructed to surrender their licences and clear any dues within 30 days, while new applications for SMS aggregator licences are now invited.
Finhaat is expanding its financial services with the launch of Finhaat Wealth, a tech-driven wealth management platform for distributors and end users. Building on its success in the insurance sector, the platform aims to provide wealth solutions to India’s aspirational and emerging markets, enhancing financial inclusion.
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Turkcell has expanded its international roaming services to cover all of Syria, allowing subscribers to use data, messaging, and voice services nationwide without extra fees. Previously limited to northern regions, the move improves connectivity for travelers and reflects Türkiye’s broader engagement in supporting communication access across Syria.