Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Oman’s telecom sector grew with a 5.8% rise in postpaid subscriptions and a 121% surge in IoT connections by April 2025. Mobile subscriptions increased 12.3%, broadband and fiber optic usage expanded, while legacy services like ADSL and satellite declined significantly.
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Industry stakeholders note that while AI, digital infrastructure, and digital economy expansion feature prominently across party manifestos, implementation will require sustained investment in infrastructure, workforce development, regulatory reform, and institutional capacity. The debate reflects a broader shift in Bangladesh where digital policy is increasingly viewed as central to economic growth, governance, and national competitiveness in the evolving digital economy.
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Ooredoo Tunisia has become the first telecommunications operator in Tunisia to achieve the N-Cloud certification from the National Cyber Security Agency, demonstrating its commitment to cybersecurity and data integrity.
Vodafone Oman has opened its first Business Hub at Active Oman, offering SMEs and corporates access to tailored telecom solutions, advanced services, and government-related processes all in one space. The Hub aims to simplify business operations while fostering collaboration, innovation, and providing exclusive offers for customers.
Bangladesh has improved its global mobile internet speed ranking, moving up to 88th place in November 2024. The country’s mobile internet download speed increased to 28.26 Mbps, with Banglalink emerging as the fastest provider. Bangladesh also saw progress in fixed broadband performance, rising to 99th globally.
Banglalink joins global telecom leaders at MWC 2026 to explore AI-driven digital transformation and infrastructure collaboration while highlighting Bangladesh’s growing digital ecosystem.
Bahrain and Saudi Arabia have signed an agreement to digitize afforestation efforts, focusing on documenting trees and calculating their environmental benefits. This initiative supports the ‘Forever Green’ campaign and the ‘Middle East Green Initiative,’ promoting greater environmental cooperation and sustainability between the two nations.