Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Nokia, e& UAE, and MediaTek demonstrated the Middle East’s first six-component carrier aggregation on 5G Standalone networks, achieving 5.8 Gbps speeds across multiple mid-band spectrum bands. This breakthrough advances 5G performance in the UAE, enabling ultra-fast connectivity and supporting the region’s digital transformation.
SAMA has partnered with Google to integrate Google Pay into Saudi Arabia’s national payments network, mada. The move supports Saudi Vision 2030 by advancing digital payments and promoting a less-cash-dependent society.
Iraq’s iDATA platform, supported by the UNDP Accelerator Lab, is transforming data access and usage across key sectors. It aggregates government and World Bank data into interactive dashboards, empowering policymakers, researchers, and entrepreneurs. The platform aims to address challenges like youth unemployment and education reform while fostering sustainable development.
Algérie Télécom rewards loyal customers with bonus internet days for recharges made through electronic platforms. Starting January 1, 2025, the initiative encourages digital payment adoption and boosts service accessibility, offering additional internet days for recharges of varying durations.
Huawei champions 5G-Advanced as a platform for AI-powered experiences, enabling new business models and industry transformation.
· AVEVA is releasing its fifth annual sustainability report, showcasing how industrial intelligence plays a pivotal role in addressing the…
SelectUSA Tech has launched its first-ever tech startup pitching competition in Egypt, aiming to promote US investment. The winning startup will be sponsored by the US Embassy to attend the SelectUSA Tech competition and National Harbor Summit in Maryland. The initiative focuses on supporting Egyptian startups’ growth in the US market.
GreenLake Intelligence transforms GreenLake cloud into an agentic-AI-powered hybrid cloud capable of learning, acting and optimizing IT in real time…
Xiaomi was awarded the title of ‘Most Loved Brand’ in the Mobile Handset category at the Best Brand Award 2024. The award, presented to Xiaomi Bangladesh’s Country Manager Ziauddin Chowdhury, reflects the brand’s strong customer loyalty, innovative products, and commitment to providing affordable technology solutions.
Tenmou, Bahrain’s first Business Angels Company, has invested in two innovative startups: Tajweed, a digital Quran and Arabic language platform, and Travilege, an ERP software for travel agencies. These investments support Bahrain’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, helping startups secure additional funding, create jobs, and expand beyond the kingdom’s borders.