Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
A consortium of four subsea operators—ZOI, PCCW Global, Sparkle, and Telecom Egypt—launches AAE-2, a cutting-edge subsea cable system linking Asia, Africa, and Europe, promising enhanced connectivity, bandwidth, and digital growth across emerging markets.
Edge has signed a Cooperation Agreement with Baykar at SAHA Expo 2024 to integrate Edge’s guided munitions with Baykar’s UAS platforms. This partnership aims to enhance defense capabilities and market presence, ensuring swift responses to market demands while strengthening supply chain security for both companies.
The campus currently hosts ten companies from four countries and employs 125 young professionals, with 80% of its 25 office…
Orange Jordan’s 2025 “Inspiring Change” Award honored women-led projects advancing sustainable digital innovation, introducing a new fintech category. Winners included Wasil, Genskin, SOHO ERP, and BitMal. Supported by Capital Bank and Int@j, the initiative aims to boost women’s roles in tech entrepreneurship across Jordan.
Saudi Arabia has introduced new digital services on the Absher platform, including features for passport issuance, national ID renewals, and educational qualification updates. These updates aim to streamline government procedures, reduce paperwork, and enhance service accessibility for both citizens and expatriates, aligning with the country’s digital transformation goals.
Middle East startups are setting global tech trends, with the UAE as a major launchpad. Innovators like Seez and Dake Rechsand offer original, scalable solutions to global challenges, attracting strong investments and expanding internationally.
Core42 and Gecko Robotics have partnered to integrate advanced robotics and AI-driven software into key sectors like energy and public infrastructure in the UAE. This strategic alliance aims to enhance efficiency, safety, and operational excellence across critical infrastructures, leveraging Gecko’s innovative technologies and Core42’s extensive industry insights.
A new Health and Wellness Digital Toolkit for the Ready-Made Garment (RMG) workforce was launched in Dhaka. Developed by AYAT Education in collaboration with BGMEA and others, the toolkit aims to improve health awareness, boost productivity, and reduce absenteeism, creating a healthier and more sustainable workforce in the garment sector.
e& has launched e& Wholesale Americas in Miami, marking a significant expansion into the U.S. and LATAM markets. The new entity will leverage AI-driven connectivity to support telecom operators, enterprises, and AI players, offering services like Managed Voice, Data Connectivity, Roaming, and Mobility Services in dynamic markets.
du, the Dubai telecom operator, recorded a 49% increase in 2024 net profit, reaching Dh2.49 billion. The company plans expansion into adjacent sectors like data centers and fintech, while launching new sub-brands. Additionally, du aims to offer sovereign cloud and AI services in the UAE by mid-2025.