Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
LORIOT partners with Jordan IoT to accelerate IoT deployment in Jordan, aiming to meet the growing demand projected to reach US$6.68 billion by 2028. This strategic alliance focuses on enhancing sectors like smart utilities and agriculture, and is poised to drive innovation and digital transformation in the Middle East.
Aluminium Bahrain (Alba) has completed a major migration to RISE with SAP Private Cloud Edition, upgrading its digital platform to enhance operational efficiency and real-time analytics. The nine-month brownfield conversion from SAP ERP to SAP S/4HANA 2022 was achieved in partnership with SAP’s Customer Success & Delivery team.
E7 Group has partnered with SAP and NTT DATA Business Solutions to enhance its digital transformation efforts. This strategic alliance will leverage SAP’s ERP software and AI-driven cloud technology to boost operational efficiency, global competitiveness, and foster growth within the company.
Beyon, Bahrain’s telecom giant, reports a 1% rise in net profit to BD56.2 million and a 6% revenue increase in the first nine months of 2024. Comprehensive income surged by 22%, driven by favorable investment gains. EBITDA margin remained steady at 40% amidst consistent growth.
Appknox, a mobile app security platform, has expanded to Saudi Arabia, offering AI-driven solutions to enhance mobile app security. By integrating security into the development pipeline and using a binary-based scanning approach, Appknox helps businesses detect vulnerabilities early, reducing risks and ensuring faster, more secure app deployments in fast-growing digital economies.
The Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA) and the Central Bank of Liberia (CBL) have signed an MOU to strengthen collaboration between telecommunications and financial services. This partnership aims to enhance financial inclusion, secure telecom networks, and support economic development, marking a significant step in advancing Liberia’s digital economy.
Khalifa University’s RIC2D, through Intratomics, has partnered with LOLC Advanced Technologies Australia to develop and produce graphene-related products. The collaboration includes establishing a state-of-the-art production facility in Abu Dhabi, focusing on sustainable materials and supporting the UAE’s economic diversification through advanced materials like Graphene Oxide and Graphite derivatives.
Orange Jordan supported specialized training for persons with visual disabilities to promote rights awareness, inclusive language, and constructive dialogue. The initiative also includes digital campaigns and podcast content creation, reinforcing Orange Jordan’s commitment to digital inclusion and equal opportunity in line with its CSR and national digital transformation goals.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) introduced two initiatives at an event in Dubai to promote gender diversity in tech. “Qudwatech” offers a 12-week mentorship program for women in tech, and AWS signed an MoU with the Dubai Business Women Council for a one-year program targeting mid- to senior-level women. These initiatives underscore AWS’s commitment to advancing gender diversity in the tech industry and received support from influential figures at the event.
Pakistan assembled 12.5 million mobile phones locally in the first five months of 2025, significantly outpacing imports which declined by over 16%. PTA recorded 10,000 telecom complaints in May with a 98% resolution rate. Smartphones make up 67% of devices on Pakistan’s networks, highlighting strong local production and ongoing sector improvements.