Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Google has launched its AI Plus plan in Pakistan at Rs1,400 per month, offering Gemini 2.5 Pro, Veo 3 Fast, image generation, Workspace integration, and 200 GB storage with family sharing. The move supports Pakistan’s digital transformation, with discounted rates for new subscribers for the first six months.
Zong and ZTE have commercially launched the world’s first 480W high-power FDD Massive MIMO solution in Pakistan, boosting network capacity by 140%+ and user experience by 270%+. The dual-mode system supports 3G and 4G bands while preparing for next-generation evolution and AI-driven large-scale deployment.
CMPak and Huawei have launched the Card-UEN Simplified Private Network Solution in Pakistan, cutting deployment costs and space while enabling 4G/5G convergence and intelligent connectivity. The solution supports Digital Pakistan 2030 and positions Pakistan as a regional leader in industrial digital transformation.
Omantel has partnered with Publicis Groupe Middle East to launch Oman’s first AI-powered AdTech ecosystem. The platform offers real-time audience targeting, campaign measurement, and omnichannel integration, aligning with Oman Vision 2040 to drive economic diversification, data-driven innovation, and regional expansion opportunities.
Cassava Technologies has partnered with Accenture to roll out sovereign AI cloud solutions across Africa, starting in South Africa before expanding to Egypt, Kenya, Morocco, and Nigeria. Powered by Nvidia GPUs and Accenture’s AI Refinery, the initiative supports data governance, regulatory compliance, and industry-specific AI adoption across the continent.
Kuwait has launched the second edition of its Digital Skills Development Initiative with Google Cloud, focusing on cloud computing, AI, and cybersecurity training for public sector employees. The program supports Vision 2035 goals by boosting government efficiency, nurturing talent, and positioning Kuwait as a regional digital innovation hub.
Ooredoo Kuwait has modernized its digital platforms with Liferay’s DXP, unifying web, mobile, and commerce services under a single architecture. The transformation enhances personalization, scalability, and customer engagement for over three million users, strengthening Ooredoo’s position as a leader in digital innovation across the region.
Egypt’s MSME Development Agency is partnering with South Korea to enhance entrepreneurship, training, and technology transfer. The cooperation supports Egypt’s Vision 2030 goals, while also strengthening bilateral ties. Upcoming joint participation includes the Korea-Egypt Economic Cooperation Conference and the “Heritage” handicraft exhibition.
Instabug has rebranded as Luciq, reflecting its shift from bug reporting to AI-powered mobile observability. Luciq enables proactive, predictive, and autonomous issue resolution, automating repetitive engineering tasks. Backed by Accel and Insight Partners, it serves global leaders like DoorDash and T-Mobile while expanding into fast-growing regions.
Egypt’s ICT Minister Amr Talaat met senior executives from Cisco, Vodafone, and iQor in New York to advance digital skills, offshoring, and network infrastructure projects. Talks highlighted Cisco’s CCIE Mobile Lab, Vodafone’s assistive tech initiatives, and iQor’s plans for a new service center in Egypt.