Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Pakistan’s telecom regulator has revised IoT and SRD regulations to support nationwide IoT growth through licensed and shared spectrum use. The framework introduces a new LPWAN licence, enables licence-exempt devices under strict conditions, enforces data localisation, and supports R&D trials, aiming to drive smart cities and industrial automation.
Saudi Arabia’s HUMAIN Chat, powered by the ALLAM 34B model, has been launched by PIF-backed HUMAIN to enrich Arabic digital content. SDAIA President Dr. Abdullah Alghamdi praised the initiative as a step toward positioning the Kingdom as a global leader in AI and preserving the Arabic language online.
SAP’s event in Cairo highlighted its commitment to green energy and digital transformation in Egypt. Abu Qir Fertilizers and Alexandria Mineral Oils Company are already incorporating SAP’s innovative cloud and digital manufacturing solutions to boost efficiency and sustainability, aligning with Egypt’s Vision 2030. The move showcases SAP’s suite of solutions to support organizations in managing their environmental impact, reinforcing the integration of sustainability in business practices.
Built on deep tech developed by TII, TACTICA AI moves beyond dashboards to help decision-makers turn fragmented intelligence, sensor, and…
Algeria has launched a National Agricultural Information System to modernize governance, improve data reliability, and strengthen policy-making. Minister Yacine El Mahdi Oualid stressed digital transformation as a strategic necessity, urging strict adherence to deadlines, executive commitment, and immediate use of technology to improve agricultural monitoring and transparency.
Maseera Holding has acquired ADVA, establishing it as a technology and data analytics hub for North Africa. The integration of Maseera’s AI will transform ADVA’s platform, providing inclusive, personalized lending solutions for underserved populations in Egypt, with a focus on essential services like healthcare and education.
The UN has launched the 2026 Global Pulse Accelerator, offering $60,000 each to three data- and AI-driven projects with real-world impact. The programme targets solutions advancing sustainable development, humanitarian action, and social inclusion, providing funding, mentorship, and technical support to help teams scale.
[London: 07 May 2026] – Today, nmatic.ai, one of the world’s first Hybrid AI creative production studios and technology companies, has announced a…
Iran is nearing the completion of its 5G internet development for mobile phones, with the transfer of a new 1500 MHz frequency broadband underway. This step paves the way for enhanced mobile internet speed and quality, with additional efforts to secure broader access through 700 and 800 MHz frequency bands.
Partnership projected to reduce latency for AI inference workloads by up to 80 percent, establishing a truly global, high-performance AI…