Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
DAMAMAX and Kalaam Telecom partner to provide advanced cloud-based communication services—including Managed SD-WAN, UCaaS, and CCaaS—to businesses in Jordan, enhancing digital infrastructure and supporting scalable, efficient enterprise connectivity.
The establishment of this 24/7 facility marks a shift from a reactive to a proactive security posture. By centralizing its cyber defenses, Pakistan aims to protect the integrity of its digital borders during a sensitive period of both regional geopolitical conflict and domestic digital transformation.
Digital payments now account for 80% of all transactions in Saudi Arabia, according to Visa, as consumers rapidly move away from cash. Mobile payments alone represent 16%, driven by convenience, security, and Vision 2030 reforms that are embedding digital finance into everyday life.
Oman’s 11th Global Carrier Community Meeting (GCCM) showcased the country’s growing role as a telecom hub, highlighting investments in digital infrastructure and the launch of the SN1 Carrier-Neutral Data Centre. The event featured key industry leaders, including Omantel and Zain Omantel International, discussing innovations in global connectivity.
Qatar’s computing sector is set to generate $65.5 million in revenue in 2024, with a projected growth to $82.92 million by 2029. The country is advancing digital innovation and transformation, driving demand for digital skills in cybersecurity, cloud computing, and software development. Google Cloud’s presence further supports this growth trajectory.
Ericsson has partnered with Ooredoo Qatar to accelerate digital transformation in key industries using 5G solutions. The collaboration aims to drive efficiencies, unlock revenue streams, and support sustainability initiatives through private 5G networks, mission-critical applications, and knowledge-sharing.
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The Moroccan government has announced a new program to extend high-speed internet to 1,800 rural areas, part of its National Plan for the Development of High and Very High Speed Broadband. This initiative, aligned with the National Digital Development Strategy 2030, aims to boost economic growth, improve public services, and foster digital inclusion.
Tlemcen University’s “TECH INNOVATORS” event on April 20, 2025, focused on digital entrepreneurship and technological transformation. The event featured conferences and workshops with key speakers, including the Minister of Startups and President of the Algerian Confederation of Citizen Employers. It emphasized the importance of partnerships to support youth innovation.
Algeria has launched a national digital platform for reporting corruption in social services, enabling citizens and officials to submit evidence, track cases, and file anonymous complaints. Backed by nearly 9,500 trained public agents, the tool supports the country’s anti-corruption strategy, though its effectiveness will depend on enforcement, transparency, and whistleblower protection.