Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Global Brand PLC has partnered with Hyosung TNS to advance banking technology in Bangladesh. This collaboration focuses on deploying ATMs and banking kiosks to enhance customer experiences and promote economic inclusion. The partnership combines local expertise with innovative financial technology solutions to transform Bangladesh’s banking sector.
Asiacell and China Mobile International partner to enhance B2B telecom and digital services in Iraq, aiming to boost connectivity and support the country’s digital transformation.
Qatar’s MCIT has held the second Digital Skills Working Group meeting to coordinate national efforts under the Digital Agenda 2030. Government ministries reviewed progress on digital skills frameworks, youth-focused initiatives, and training programmes, while discussing ways to improve alignment across national projects. The meeting aims to build a unified, strategic digital skills ecosystem for Qatar.
Zong demonstrates strong 5G readiness with high-speed trial results in Islamabad, highlighting ongoing infrastructure investments and increasing momentum toward commercial 5G deployment in Pakistan.
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Moroccan Minister Ghita Mezzour discussed potential AI collaborations during her meeting with OpenAI in San Francisco. The discussions aimed at tailoring AI systems for Morocco’s needs and leveraging the country’s tech talent. This visit highlights Morocco’s commitment to becoming a central hub for technological innovation.
Grameenphone (GP) posted a 10% profit growth in 2024, reaching Tk 36.4 billion, and declared a record 330% cash dividend. Despite a 4.9% revenue decline due to cautious consumer spending, GP’s EBITDA rose, and the company plans continued investment in network improvements and AI technology to drive future growth.
Qatar’s Ministry of Municipality has launched 17 new agricultural services on the ‘Oun’ app as part of its digital transformation initiative. These services include permits for importing agricultural products, productivity certificates, and approvals for agricultural worker recruitment. The project aims to enhance efficiency, simplify procedures, and support smart city development.
Algeria has launched the Insat portal to digitize complaints and feedback for postal and telecom services. The platform enables citizens to submit and track requests securely, improving transparency, accountability, and response times while supporting the country’s broader public-sector digital transformation.
Algeria and Mauritania have signed a cooperation agreement focused on personal data protection, aiming to enhance data privacy and foster collaboration between their respective data protection authorities. The agreement, signed in Algiers, reflects both nations’ commitment to uphold citizens’ rights while advancing their data protection frameworks.