Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
The Canon Academy will provide participants with a comprehensive, real-world training experience focused on developing practical photography and videography skillsDUBAI,…
Tunisia-based VB SMART is helping SME manufacturers digitise shop-floor operations through an IoT-enabled platform that unifies machines, people, and tasks. With early traction in North Africa, the startup is preparing to expand into Europe and West Africa.
Jordan’s telecommunications sector experienced significant growth in Q4 2024, driven by a rise in data consumption and the rapid adoption of 5G. Fixed-line subscriptions saw a slight decline, while mobile broadband and 5G subscriptions surged. Data usage and text messaging also saw considerable increases during this period.
Pakistan’s telecom committee recommends amendments to the Telecommunication Re-organisation Act, introducing streamlined Right of Way access, governance reforms for NTC under the SOEs framework, and clearer approval timelines to accelerate infrastructure deployment. The Electronic Transactions Amendment Bill was deferred pending political consensus.
Oman has achieved significant progress in government digital transformation from 2021-2023, focusing on digital services, infrastructure projects, and community participation. Key initiatives include the Manjam Laboratories for simplifying procedures and a unified national portal for electronic services, enhancing efficiency and attracting foreign investments.
Bringing together participants from over 165 countries, with 70% solutions from international companies, Big 5 Global connects Egypt’s construction and…
Africa’s high entrepreneurship rates further underscore the continent as a potential global leader in youth-driven enterprise, innovation, and job creation…
Türkiye’s DIGIAGE has partnered with Jordan’s Maysalward to launch a $250,000 game accelerator supporting young MENA developers. Announced at the 13th Electronic Game Developers Summit, the initiative extends DIGIAGE’s regional and EU collaborations, strengthening its role as a leading hub for gaming innovation and talent development.
Huawei has officially re-entered Bangladesh’s consumer device market, reintroducing its portfolio of smartphones, tablets, and wearable devices after a prolonged…
Jordan has upgraded its Sanad app with instant digital ID activation using iris biometrics, enabling fully mobile access to over 500 government services. The update adds Apple Pay and Google Pay, supports end-to-end transactions, and strengthens Sanad’s role as a central pillar of Jordan’s digital transformation.