Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
GSMA’s report urges Pakistan to reform spectrum policy, reduce mobile taxes, and boost digital trust to close its 52% mobile internet usage gap. Strategic reforms can unlock economic growth and regional digital leadership.
Algeria Telecom introduces Africa’s fastest FTTH service at 1.6 Gbps, supporting digital transformation and expanding fiber connectivity to millions of homes and businesses nationwide.
pawaPay and Airtel Money Africa expand inbound remittance services across seven countries, enhancing cross-border payments with real-time mobile wallet transactions to over 161 million users. The partnership aims to boost financial inclusion and simplify payments across Africa.
Mirantis and Pico Public Cloud launch Bangladesh’s first sovereign public cloud, offering local data residency, low latency, and cost-effective cloud solutions. The partnership supports national compliance and digital growth across key industries.
Truecaller has exceeded 100 million monthly active users in MEA, driven by smartphone adoption and mobile-first markets. The platform remains focused on expanding its footprint and partnerships amid ongoing regional growth.
Kalaam Telecom Group and Silah Gulf partner to deliver integrated digital and cloud services across Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait, driving innovation and supporting national digital transformation goals.
IM3’s SATSPAM automatically protects users from spam and scam calls and messages, offering basic and advanced tiers without manual setup. The initiative enhances Indonesia’s digital safety landscape amid rising fraud and financial losses.
F5 and MinIO deepen their partnership to deliver scalable, secure AI data solutions for hybrid multicloud environments, addressing latency, cloud costs, and data security challenges across multiple industries.
The 2025 WRC presented key trends in embodied intelligent robotics, emphasizing cognition, AI design, and safety. The conference highlighted collaborative robot swarms, human interaction, and ethical considerations shaping the future of robotics.
Zain Bahrain introduces ‘Signature,’ an exclusive club for premium customers offering personalized support, priority service, and early access to devices. The initiative highlights Zain’s commitment to enhancing customer value and delivering superior experiences.