Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Nepal’s new Communication Minister Jagdish Kharel has announced a plan to provide free public WiFi in Kathmandu within two months and in 10 major cities within five months. The initiative, implemented via NTA, aims to expand digital access despite regulatory challenges.
e& delivered robust H1 2025 results with AED 34.9 billion in revenue, strong AI and cloud expansion, new global partnerships, and strategic investments that solidify its position as a leading technology and digital transformation group.
Bahrain’s iGA launched the MyGov app as part of its plan to consolidate government services into three platforms: MyGov for individuals, AlTajir for businesses, and Bahrain for visitors. With 100,000 downloads in two weeks, the app will integrate more services in 2025, enhancing public service delivery and digital transformation.
ACI’s Payments Intelligence approach offers merchants complete journey protection—stopping friendly fraud and chargeback abuse in real time ACI expects industry…
Bahrain is gearing up for the second edition of Fintech Forward, a key event in the Middle East’s fintech landscape. Scheduled for October 2024, the event will unite global experts, financial institutions, and regulators to discuss AI, blockchain, and sustainable finance, showcasing Bahrain’s leadership in digital transformation.
Despite government projects, Pakistan still faces major internet access challenges due to slow spectrum use and legal issues, prompting lawmakers to demand accelerated action and better regulatory enforcement.
Newlab has expanded into Saudi Arabia with a strategic partnership to foster critical-tech startups. The new Riyadh hub, set to open in 2025, will support commercialization, offering essential infrastructure and innovation programs. The first program, The Mining Innovation Studio, focuses on tech solutions for challenges in the mining sector.
In an impressive leap forward, Zain Kuwait demonstrated its network’s capabilities for the rollout of 5G New Calling (5GNC), a…
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, October 15, 2025:HONOR, the global AI device ecosystem leader, marked a remarkable debut at GITEX Global…
KBW Ventures, founded by Saudi Prince Khaled bin Alwaleed, has invested in NoorNation, an Egyptian climatetech startup. NoorNation, which offers decentralized energy and water solutions, was recognized at the PepsiCo Greenhouse Accelerator Programme. This marks KBW’s first investment in Egypt, highlighting a commitment to sustainable technology in emerging markets.