Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Pakistani startup PostEx, specializing in financial and logistics solutions for online merchants, is expanding into Saudi Arabia and the UAE. The company, which facilitates transactions and manages cash flow for e-commerce businesses, aims to support regional growth by providing upfront payments against cash on delivery orders and enhancing logistics.
Batelco and City Centre Bahrain have signed a strategic MoU to jointly develop initiatives enhancing customer experiences in connectivity, shopping, dining, and entertainment. The partnership will deliver tailored offers and value-added services aimed at improving accessibility and supporting Bahrain’s tourism growth, creating engaging experiences for local and tourist visitors alike.
Trainocate has partnered with Newswire to advance the Sri Lankanization initiative, aiming to equip 10,000 Sri Lankans with expertise in Data Analytics, AI, Cybersecurity, and Business Productivity by 2025. This collaboration will help create a tech-savvy workforce, reduce brain drain, and drive innovation across the nation.
Saudi Arabia and Bahrain discussed enhancing collaboration in developing methodologies for vital indicators during the 9th International Conference for Statistical Data and Metadata Exchange. Top officials from both nations met to strengthen economic growth and bilateral ties. The event, organized by Bahrain, gathered international data experts to share insights and updates. Discussions centered on strategies to bolster sector collaboration. Co-organized with support from ESCWA and Banca d’Italia, the conference aimed to empower data communities through SDMX tools and technologies. It marked the first in-person gathering since 2019.
stc pay Bahrain has partnered with Mastercard Move to enable secure and efficient money transfers to Alipay, China’s leading digital platform. This collaboration enhances stc pay’s offerings, providing consumers and businesses with a reliable remittance service and supporting Bahrain-China economic ties with secure, transparent cross-border payments.
UNESCO and Nepal’s CEHRD organized a training session for 28 master facilitators to enhance digital competencies at over 2,000 Community Learning Centres (CLCs) across Nepal. The training focused on gender-sensitive digital learning materials, empowering facilitators to adapt resources for inclusive and resilient education in the country.
Ooredoo Qatar’s collaboration with Hoppr introduces personalized TV advertising, leveraging first-party data and AI-driven insights to enhance customer engagement and monetization while ensuring privacy compliance.
Corero Network Security has partnered with stc Bahrain to enhance telecom security with advanced DDoS protection services. This collaboration strengthens stc Bahrain’s commitment to service quality and innovation, providing robust protection against both external and internal DDoS threats. The partnership sets a new standard for telecom security in the region.
Mobile Telecommunications Company K.S.C.P. reported third-quarter sales of KWD 500.61 million, a rise from KWD 485.11 million last year, with net income increasing to KWD 54.12 million. For the nine months, sales grew to KWD 1,445.46 million, but net income dropped to KWD 135.53 million.
Dell Technologies has opened its first Merge and Fulfillment Center in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. The facility will handle up to 600,000 units annually and includes product customization capabilities. The investment supports Saudi Vision 2030, creating jobs, fostering local talent, and driving innovation in the kingdom’s growing ICT ecosystem.