Dubatt Battery Recycling has partnered with Du to recycle used lead-acid batteries, aiming to process around 200 tonnes annually. The refined lead produced will supply battery manufacturers in the UAE and abroad. Dubatt plans to expand into lithium battery recycling, with operations expected to begin by early 2026.
The Bangladesh Mobile Consumers Association (BMCA) proposed 17 reforms to the BTRC, advocating for better consumer rights, service quality, and regulatory independence. Their suggestions include making internet access a human right and improving the transparency of tariff setting and infrastructure standards.
MetLife Bangladesh has expanded its ‘One by MetLife’ app, now available across iOS, Android, and web platforms. Offering 24/7 telemedicine, online medicine delivery, health assessments, and financial planning, the app has surpassed 1.3 million downloads. This expansion supports the company’s goal to provide accessible digital healthcare and financial services in Bangladesh.
The UAE Ministry of Economy has launched a National Digital Platform to track the prices of essential commodities. The platform provides real-time data on goods like oil, eggs, and sugar, allowing officials to monitor prices and ensure compliance with established price ceilings, supporting market stability and consumer protection.
The Economic Survey of Pakistan 2024 reveals significant growth in the IT and telecom sectors, driven by the China-Pakistan digital corridor. Investments in digital infrastructure, AI, and 5G networks are expected to boost startups, create jobs, and position Pakistan as a regional technology hub.
Batelco has partnered with Bahrain Bourse to provide B2B Cloud Solutions for enhanced connectivity and value-added services, particularly for the banking and finance sectors. The innovative SD-WAN service creates a private cloud for Bahrain Bourse members, offering secure, flexible, and efficient connectivity across various media.
ORA Technologies has raised $1.9 million in pre-Series A funding, increasing its total capital to $4.4 million. The investment will fuel the growth of ORA Cash, Morocco’s first social mobile wallet, and KooulMaroc, a food delivery service. This marks a key step in advancing Morocco’s digital and financial services.
Zeebu, a Web3 payments platform for telecom, partners with SilentSwap, a privacy-focused cross-chain aggregator, to enhance transaction privacy and security. This collaboration integrates SilentSwap’s technology into Zeebu’s blockchain solutions, setting new standards in telecom settlements and DeFi. The partnership aims to offer a secure, decentralized application for global transactions.
The Ministry of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture in Bahrain signed an MoU with Batelco to enhance digital infrastructure, including connectivity, voice communication, and smart security. The partnership will focus on providing technical expertise and innovative solutions to improve municipal services, with Batelco offering support in smart city infrastructure.
Forty-six deep-tech startups graduated from the KACST Venture Program in Riyadh, representing sectors like energy, healthcare, and renewables. The program, backed by the National Technology Development Program, supports emerging technologies and aims to transform research into marketable products. The new phase will involve partnerships with Saudi universities.
