Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
PTCL announced that internet services in Pakistan are fully operational after the complete restoration of the AAE-1 undersea cable. The repair resolves the slow internet speeds and disruptions that users experienced in 2024. Additional bandwidth minimized disruptions, ensuring a seamless browsing experience for users, including Meta platforms.
Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy showcased its Business in Dubai platform at Seoul’s Try Everything 2025, arranging 86 meetings and supporting seven Dubai startups. It also promoted Expand North Star 2025 in Dubai, where South Korean participation has more than doubled, reinforcing the emirate’s role as a global hub for startups and investors.
A new national 450 MHz industrial network from Aramco Digital will provide secure, reliable connectivity for mission-critical operations across Saudi Arabia. Supporting advanced IIoT applications and rugged smart devices, the network is set to strengthen automation, efficiency, and industrial growth aligned with Vision 2030.
Following the Republic of Congo’s first LNG cargo delivered in February 2024, a “Hallmark Celebration of FLNG” session at CEIF…
Alstom has inaugurated its regional headquarters in Riyadh, aimed at advancing sustainable mobility and railway development in the Gulf region. The new office, led by Mohamed Khalil, will serve as a hub for innovation and digital services, supporting Alstom’s global operations and aligning with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.
A New Benchmarks for Gaming Displays, Combining Innovative Game Art Style Adaptation with Cutting-Edge Color and Contrast Technologies Dubai, United…
TRAI has launched India’s first manual for rating properties on digital connectivity, introducing standardised criteria for assessing indoor network readiness. The framework aims to boost infrastructure quality, guide developers, inform buyers, and ensure reliable high-speed access to support Digital India’s growth and inclusion goals.
Sudan’s National Telecommunications Corporation (NTC), in partnership with Sudatel and NGOs, is working to restore telecom services for relief workers amidst the ongoing conflict. This collaboration aims to improve communication for aid workers assisting those affected by war, disease, and famine, while addressing importation and clearance delays of telecom equipment.
Riyadh, November 11, 2025 — Abdul Latif Jameel Finance, a leading Saudi provider of innovative financing solutions, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ant International, the Singapore-based global digital payments and financial technology company, to jointly explore fintech opportunities and strengthen Saudi Arabia’s digital finance ecosystem.
stc Group, through stc.AI, launched Saudi Arabia’s first sovereign AI cloud platform in partnership with SambaNova. The platform, powered by Llama 405B, will offer enterprises advanced generative AI capabilities and open-source models, empowering Saudi developers and positioning the Kingdom as a leader in AI development.