Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Starlink is set to launch its satellite internet service in Pakistan by November or December 2025. The service is in the final stages of the licensing process, with a regulatory framework being developed. Starlink’s infrastructure deployment is expected to be completed by the end of the year.
Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison launched Vision AI, an AI-powered surveillance solution that analyzes real-time events, enhances security, operational efficiency, and privacy, adaptable for various industries with modular hardware and sovereign cloud support.
This agreement brings US engineering expertise into Libya’s telecom sector, targeting infrastructure upgrades and 5G deployment. The partnership aims to modernize national networks, transfer technical know-how, and improve service quality, positioning Libya’s communications sector for future growth and digital resilience.
Dubai, UAE – 18 June 2025: Professional Communication Corporation – Nedaa has announced the participation of a high-level delegation, led…
Egypt’s mobile manufacturing sector is expanding, boasting a production capacity of 11.5 million units and $87.5 million in investments. This growth has created 2,050 jobs and is part of an effort to increase the ICT sector’s GDP contribution, with significant new factories from Samsung, Vivo, and others driving this surge.
Tunisia is tightening regulations on SIM card usage, mandating telecom operators to deactivate unidentified SIMs to combat cybercrime and fraud. The new measures include identity verification, updates to subscriber registers, and restrictions on SIM card sales, addressing the inflated subscriber numbers and multiple SIM card ownership issues.
du has extended its partnership with Disney+ to offer free one-year access to its home wireless subscribers, enhancing entertainment options with Disney’s vast streaming library and family-friendly features. This move strengthens Disney+’s reach in the MENA region and du’s value proposition.
Ooredoo plans to spin off its international subsea cable and connectivity assets into a new entity, Ooredoo Fibre Networks, to expand investment in global data infrastructure. The move aims to capture growing demand for high-capacity connectivity driven by AI, cloud services, and hyperscale data traffic.
Vodafone Qatar has launched the Brovi 5G Mobile Wi-Fi Pro 5, combining cutting-edge 5G technology and Wi-Fi 6 Plus for ultra-fast connectivity. With download speeds up to 3.6 Gbps and Game Turbo 2.0 for optimized gaming, it supports multiple simultaneous connections and offers up to 10 hours of continuous use.
Intel’s Christoph Schell discussed Saudi Arabia’s progress in digital transformation at the WEF, emphasizing the country’s growing demand for custom technology solutions and the importance of AI with cultural relevance. The partnership with Aramco Digital and other tech advancements contribute to Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.