Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Xtelify launched Airtel Cloud, a sovereign cloud platform for massive telco transaction handling, and AI-powered software platforms that improve telco operations worldwide. Partnerships include Singtel, Globe Telecom, and Airtel Africa to enhance field operations, customer engagement, and fraud protection.
MENA’s IT spending will rise 8.9% to $169 billion in 2026, driven by AI investments and data center expansion. Software and IT services growth reflect deep integration of generative AI, with CIOs urged to embed AI strategically to maintain competitive advantage.
Ooredoo Kuwait and FASTtelco have expanded their partnership with Kuwait Airways by launching Phase Two of Platform 51 on the airline’s in-flight system. This initiative promotes Kuwaiti culture through curated digital content, empowering local youth talents and enhancing Kuwait’s cultural visibility globally.
The KnowBe4 Africa Human Risk Management Report 2025 reveals mismatches between leadership beliefs and employee reality JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, August…
Unlocking new growth pathways for Africa’s FinTech founders ACCRA, Ghana, August 4, 2025/ — The Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology…
August 04, 2025 – Informatica today announced the Summer 2025 release of its Intelligent Data Management Cloud (IDMC) platform. The…
First in MENA to Secure Comprehensive PCI MPoC Certifications Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – [Aug 04, 2025] – EdfaPay, a pioneering…
MTN Group and Agility Arabia collaborated on an Agile procurement overhaul, introducing Lean Agile Procurement across 16 African markets. This shift from waterfall to Agile delivery cut RFP cycle times by 55% and doubled stakeholder satisfaction, driven by widespread organisational adoption and targeted coaching.
Sri Lanka’s telecommunications regulator, TRCSL, will introduce number portability in 2026, allowing mobile users to retain their numbers when switching providers. A dedicated company has been formed and licensed to manage the system, and regulatory approvals are in place. The service will begin after technical upgrades and final preparations.
Ooredoo’s robust H1 2025 financials and strategic investments across data centres, fintech, tower assets, and subsea cables position it as a regional digital transformation leader. The Group continues expanding 5G and AI services while maintaining strong profitability and customer growth.