Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
bKash now processes 5.2% of global mobile money transactions, cementing Bangladesh’s leadership in digital financial inclusion. With 82 million users and expanding innovations, it continues to redefine financial access for underserved communities worldwide.
Bangladesh’s BTRC will deactivate all unregistered phones from Dec 16 under its new NEIR system, linking each handset to a verified SIM to curb illegal imports, reduce fraud, and promote local smartphone manufacturing.
from6 and 9H have partnered to combine creative marketing with AI-powered automation, driving smarter brand engagement and accelerating Bahrain’s digital transformation.
Algeria is preparing a landmark law requiring platforms like TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube to open local offices, store user data domestically, and remove illegal content within 24 hours — part of its bid to protect youth and assert digital sovereignty.
AST SpaceMobile and stc Group have signed a $175M, 10-year partnership to deploy direct-to-device satellite broadband across MENA, integrating space-based and terrestrial networks to expand 4G/5G coverage and drive digital inclusion.
MTN MoMo and Mastercard have expanded their collaboration to boost digital financial inclusion in South Africa, introducing card-based wallet top-ups, advanced security via tokenisation, and broader access to digital services.
Bridge Alliance has added du as its first UAE member, expanding IoT and 5G collaboration across the Middle East and Asia Pacific through shared innovation, cross-border connectivity, and enterprise-driven digital transformation.
Ooredoo and Aduna have joined forces to globalize access to telecom APIs, enabling secure, cross-border innovation and advancing the GSMA CAMARA initiative for open, interoperable digital ecosystems.
NEC and e& have signed a strategic MoU to collaborate on sustainability, advancing green innovation, circular economy practices, and transparent ESG governance under e&’s 2030 sustainability vision.
A new FII–Accenture report finds 87% of investors plan to expand AI investments in the Global South, targeting India, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East to drive inclusive digital growth.