Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa

e& Enterprise and Microsoft Deepen Partnership to Accelerate AI Adoption Across MENAT

Shahzaib1 year ago1 year ago02 mins

e& enterprise and Microsoft have expanded their partnership to deploy AI-driven, industry-specific solutions across MENAT markets, focusing on sectors like BFSI, retail, and public services. Leveraging Microsoft Azure’s AI platforms and e& enterprise’s regional expertise, the collaboration aims to enhance operational efficiency, customer experience, and innovation, promoting digital transformation across the region.

Morocco Faces Rising Cybersecurity Threats Amid Web3 and AI Vulnerabilities

Shahzaib10 months ago10 months ago02 mins

Morocco recorded over 21 million cyberattack attempts in early 2025, exposing critical vulnerabilities across Web3 and AI systems. Experts urge faster regulatory action and advanced defense investment to protect key sectors and digital assets as AI-driven threats surge.

STV Announces Final Close of US$100 Million STV NICE Fund I to Support Saudi Startups

Shahzaib1 year ago1 year ago02 mins

STV has closed its US$100 million STV NICE Fund I, a non-dilutive capital fund aimed at supporting Saudi Arabia’s tech startups. The fund offers Sharia-compliant financing, allowing growth-stage companies to scale without equity dilution. Backed by public-private partnerships, it aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 economic diversification efforts.

A modern digital payments scene featuring various payment methods such as mobile payments, tap-and-pay transactions, and digital wallets. Visuals include

Sri Lanka Leads South Asia in Embracing Digital Payments

Shahzaib2 years ago2 years ago02 mins

Sri Lanka has become the fastest adopter of digital payments in South Asia, with a 20% increase in digital transactions since 2019. Visa Corporation highlights significant growth, particularly in tap-and-pay transactions. Despite high consumer spending, there remains a need for education on cashless payments for merchants and consumers.

STADIO Launches Affordable MVNO to Support Students Across South Africa

Shahzaib1 year ago1 year ago01 mins

STADIO enters South Africa’s MVNO market offering affordable data to students nationwide, supporting digital education access. This move aligns with growing regulatory support and increasing competition in the country’s evolving telecom sector.

Google to Transition Payments for Egyptian Creators from USD to EGP in 2025

Shahzaib2 years ago2 years ago02 mins

Google will transition payments for services like AdSense and YouTube AdSense in Egypt from USD to EGP starting May 1, 2025. This move aims to support local content creators and aligns with efforts in other countries. Users will need to link bank accounts for local currency transactions and access their payment history.

Zain Expands 5G Network to Irbid, Strengthening Jordan’s Digital Transformation

Shahzaib9 months ago9 months ago01 mins

Zain Jordan has extended its 5G network to Irbid, covering 60% of the governorate, including Irbid city, Bani Ubaid, and Ramtha. The rollout enhances high-speed connectivity for households and businesses, supports digital innovation across sectors, and reinforces Zain’s role in driving Jordan’s digital transformation.

Beyon Reports Q1 2025 Financial Results: Growth in Digital Services and Telecom, Despite Tax and Acquisition Impacts

Shahzaib1 year ago1 year ago02 mins

Beyon has released its financial results for the first quarter of 2025, reporting a net profit of BHD 18.1 million…

Converted Acquires Mitcha to Forge AI-Driven “Ads-to-Orders” Ecosystem in Egypt

Shahzaib5 months ago5 months ago01 mins

Converted has acquired the Egyptian fashion marketplace Mitcha to launch an AI-driven “Ads-to-Orders” platform. The deal integrates real-time sales data into advertising campaigns, allowing merchants to optimize for revenue over clicks. Mitcha founder Hilda Louca joins Converted’s leadership to drive regional expansion across Egypt and Saudi Arabia.

Tamkeen Partners with Havelock One to Advance Industry 4.0 Adoption in Bahrain

Shahzaib9 months ago9 months ago02 mins

Manama, November 3, 2025 — The Labour Fund (Tamkeen) has announced its support for Havelock One, one of Bahrain’s leading interior design and manufacturing firms, to adopt advanced Industry 4.0 technologies, reinforcing the Kingdom’s industrial transformation goals. The announcement was made during the Gateway Gulf Investment Forum 2025, underscoring Bahrain’s push toward smart manufacturing and digital innovation.

M	T	W	T	F	S	S
					1	2
3	4	5	6	7	8	9
10	11	12	13	14	15	16
17	18	19	20	21	22	23
24	25	26	27	28	29	30
31

Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa

Kuwait-backed digital bank to enter Pakistan with $100 million investment

Egypt’s E-Commerce Market Surges Toward $19.3B as Digital Transformation Accelerates

Qualys Unveils Industry’s First Agentic AI-Powered Risk Operations Center Delivering Autonomous Risk Management

Dubai redefines beach safety with deployment of AI tech rescue system

Mobile Technologies Expected to Contribute $290 Billion to Africa’s Economy by 2030, GSMA Says

BenQ Launches MOBIUZ EX Series: World’s First Game Art Monitors Redefining Visual Experience

AHOY Launches Startup Builder Initiative to Empower 10,000 Entrepreneurs and 30,000 Developers in MENA by 2030

Beaconhouse National UniversityLaunches CCES Initiative to CombatClimate Change

Vodafone’s Johannes Hammer Praises Iraq’s Stability and Positive Developments During Visit

Madayn Launches New Interface for ‘Murasalat’ Digital Document Management System

e& Enterprise and Microsoft Deepen Partnership to Accelerate AI Adoption Across MENAT

Morocco Faces Rising Cybersecurity Threats Amid Web3 and AI Vulnerabilities

STV Announces Final Close of US$100 Million STV NICE Fund I to Support Saudi Startups

Sri Lanka Leads South Asia in Embracing Digital Payments

STADIO Launches Affordable MVNO to Support Students Across South Africa

Google to Transition Payments for Egyptian Creators from USD to EGP in 2025

Zain Expands 5G Network to Irbid, Strengthening Jordan’s Digital Transformation

Beyon Reports Q1 2025 Financial Results: Growth in Digital Services and Telecom, Despite Tax and Acquisition Impacts

Converted Acquires Mitcha to Forge AI-Driven “Ads-to-Orders” Ecosystem in Egypt

Tamkeen Partners with Havelock One to Advance Industry 4.0 Adoption in Bahrain