Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Nepal has lifted its nine-month TikTok ban, following a request from the platform’s South Asia division. The ban had impacted many content creators in the country. TikTok’s return is expected to revive opportunities for Nepali users who had shifted to other platforms during the suspension.
Abu Dhabi’s IHC, ADQ, and First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) have unveiled a Dirham-backed stablecoin, pending regulatory approval by the UAE Central Bank. The stablecoin, running on the ADI blockchain, aims to enhance the UAE’s digital finance sector, offering secure, stable payment solutions for businesses and consumers.
GFH Financial Group has raised its US investments to over $200 million, focusing on data centers and AI development. The announcement aligns with the growing trend of GCC companies investing in high-tech infrastructure, with similar pledges from other major players like Hussain Sajwani and KKR.
The Jordan Engineers Association, in partnership with Huawei Jordan, launched the 10Gbps Initiative at the Jordan 10Gbps Society Summit 2023 to boost Jordan’s digital infrastructure and broadband capabilities.
Sri Lanka hosted the Asia Pacific ICT Alliance (APICTA) Executive Committee Meeting 2025, bringing together representatives from 15 countries to discuss regional ICT collaboration and innovation. The event highlighted Sri Lanka’s growing role in digital transformation, with a focus on e-governance, smart infrastructure, and cross-border innovation.
Teams from Kuwait and the UAE secured the top spots at the Tech4Good regional semifinals in Tashkent, part of Huawei’s Seeds for the Future 2024 program. Celebrated for innovative solutions aiding stroke patients, these teams will advance to the finals in China, showcasing significant advancements in ICT for healthcare.
Dubai, UAE – May 20, 2025 – NTT DATA, a global leader in digital business and technology services, announced the…
Moroccan company Panafsat has partnered with Thales Alenia Space to develop a satellite communications system aimed at delivering very high-throughput services to 26 African countries. The initiative, signed during French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit to Morocco, aims to enhance digital connectivity and bridge the digital divide in rural areas.
The Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST) has released the 3rd edition of the “Digital and Space Sustainability in Saudi Arabia” report. It highlights key initiatives and 13 success stories in environmental, economic, and social sustainability, showcasing the pivotal role of IT and space technologies in achieving sustainable development goals.
Kuwait Oil Corporation (KPC) participated in the CERAWeek conference in Houston, engaging in discussions on technology, innovation, and women’s empowerment in the energy sector. KPC’s delegation, led by CEO Sheikh Nawaf Saud Al-Nasser Al-Sabah, highlighted the corporation’s commitment to adopting advanced technologies and promoting sustainability in the oil sector.