Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Ericsson and Zain Bahrain have expanded their partnership to deploy advanced 5G edge solutions using Ericsson’s Local Packet Gateway with Edge User Plane technology. The initiative enhances ultra-low latency connectivity, supports Industry 4.0 use cases, and strengthens Bahrain’s digital infrastructure to accelerate enterprise and industrial digital transformation.
UN Women Pakistan and KOICA launch Digital Startup Roundtable to empower young women in tech through training, mentorship, and policy dialogue as part of the D4WEE project.
Dr. Yarub Badr, Minister of Transport, held discussions with the Arab Internet and Telecom Union (ARISPA) to strengthen collaboration on digital transformation and AI in the transport sector. The talks also focused on the upcoming regional conference in Damascus about AI and entrepreneurship, emphasizing the Ministry’s commitment to innovation.
Broadband Infraco has partnered with Huawei to build a nationwide intelligent all-optical backbone network supporting South Africa’s SA Connect strategy. Using 800G optical technology, the project will expand affordable broadband, bridge urban-rural connectivity gaps, and strengthen regional cross-border digital infrastructure by 2030.
Honeywell has launched a new production line in Dhahran to locally manufacture its handheld mobile computers, the ScanPal EDA57 and CT47. The initiative supports Saudi Vision 2030, boosts high-tech industrial localization, and reinforces Honeywell’s commitment to local talent, innovation, and in-country value creation.
Transguard Group, The Digital School, and the Centre of Excellence for Applied Research and Training (CERT) have signed a memorandum…
Air Arabia and Saudi partners Nesma Group and KUN Holding gain regulatory approval to launch a low-cost airline from Dammam, aiming to serve 10 million passengers by 2030. The initiative supports regional connectivity, job creation, and tourism growth aligned with Saudi Vision 2030.
KaiOS and Mastercard are partnering to bring digital payment solutions to SMEs in developing markets, starting with Cote d’Ivoire and Nigeria. This initiative will enable businesses to process transactions using affordable KaiOS devices, promoting financial inclusion and modern commerce.
Artificial intelligence is reshaping the world, but its long-term impact depends on responsible adoption. The UAE is uniquely positioned to lead by aligning rapid AI innovation with ethics, transparency, and trust. By embedding governance and human-centric design into its AI strategy, the country is setting a global benchmark for sustainable and responsible intelligent transformation.
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