Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
PRETORIA, South Africa, May 18, 2026/ — The Ubuntuverse Institute (https://Ubuntuversal.org/) today released The 3 Trillion Corporate Advocacy PlayBook: Africa’s 10×…
Dubai, UAE – 23 July 2025: Valerion, a leading specialist in home cinema projectors and the premium sub-brand of AWOL…
Zong 4G showcased its commitment to innovation and global connectivity at Capacity Middle East 2025, strengthening partnerships, expanding its technological reach, and enhancing its telecom portfolio. The company’s active participation underscored its leadership in digital transformation and its strategic role in the MENA region’s telecom ecosystem.
This speed mentoring event provided the youth with opportunities for one-to-one discussions with industry leaders and gain insights from a career planning session delivered by Zain.
Space42 and Viasat have partnered to develop a 5G Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN), enhancing global satellite connectivity. The collaboration focuses on direct-to-device satellite communications, NB-IoT, and MSS services. They will design an open, scalable infrastructure, aiming to improve satellite network efficiency for 5G readiness and seamless global integration.
Morocco’s National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water (ONEE) and telecom operator inwi have entered into a strategic partnership aimed…
Algérie Télécom has introduced a new SIM-only offer for its IDOOM 4G service, aiming to make fixed wireless broadband more…
Bangladesh has approved a SIM-lock smartphone installment policy allowing telcos to sell devices on flexible payment plans, expanding access for low-income users and accelerating digital inclusion while ensuring fair competition and consumer protection.
Metalpha Technology has partnered with Gewan Holding and Zodia Markets to establish ZMG7, a joint venture aimed at expanding digital asset services in the Middle East. With backing from Standard Chartered, the venture will leverage UAE’s regulatory advantages and institutional demand to drive growth in digital asset trading and wealth management.
Mastercard extended its digital identity partnership with Smile ID in Africa to scale secure onboarding and fraud prevention, while also signing an MoU with the Central Bank of Syria to develop a national payments ecosystem. These initiatives aim to expand financial inclusion, enhance compliance, and build digital infrastructure in emerging markets.