Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Zain and Kuwait University have signed an MoU to advance the knowledge economy in Kuwait by fostering innovation, science, and technology. The partnership focuses on building digital skills among youth, driving STEM initiatives, and supporting sustainable growth through education, training, and strategic collaboration between public and private sectors.
Aria Ventures launched a EGP50 million fund to support deep-tech startups in Egypt. The venture studio builds startups by validating ideas and providing infrastructure, planning to scale funding to EGP200 million to advance scientific innovation in the region.
Kuwait, [July 1st , 2025] Kuwait Credit Information Network Company (CINET), the country’s leading and sole provider of credit information…
Jordan’s telecom sector saw steady growth in broadband and 5G adoption in early 2025, with mobile broadband subscriptions and data usage rising significantly. The surge in SMS traffic and leased line services, alongside increasing fiber-optic broadband, highlights expanding connectivity across the Kingdom.
Orange Jordan recently concluded its YO University Roadshow, promoting YO lines designed for youth. The initiative aimed to inform students about the benefits of YO lines while offering 40 scholarships to support education. The roadshow featured interactive activities and highlighted digital solutions, including 5G, high-speed internet, and Anghami+ access.
iXAfrica has launched the first phase of its NBOX1 hyperscale data centre in Nairobi, featuring 4.5MW of IT capacity. The facility is optimized for AI-driven workloads and includes a partnership with KIXP to reduce latency and costs. It’s part of iXAfrica’s broader expansion to support cloud and digital growth.
The UAE leads global AI adoption with 91% consumer awareness and 34% active usage of generative AI, according to BCG. UAE employees are enthusiastic about AI’s potential, but challenges remain. BCG advises focusing on transparency, piloting new ideas, and prioritizing change management to successfully leverage AI.
Kaspersky’s analysis shows a 66% increase in password stealers in Nigeria in H1 2025 compared to the same period in…
Zain Group and Ericsson have renewed their partnership to enhance sustainability in telecommunications. The extended Memorandum of Understanding focuses on building energy-efficient networks, achieving significant energy reductions, and promoting responsible e-waste disposal, all while supporting Zain’s transition to Net Zero.
POCO, a globally recognized technology brand celebrated by young tech enthusiasts, proudly unveiled its latest flagship lineup—the highly anticipated POCO…