Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Beyon Cyber, a part of Beyon Group, has been awarded three prestigious honors at the 2025 Cyber Security Excellence Awards, including Fastest Growing Cybersecurity Company, Excellence in Cybersecurity Innovation for its Intel X platform, and Cybersecurity CEO of the Year for Dr. Shaikh Khalid bin Daij Al Khalifa’s leadership.
Algeria Telecom has been awarded the Quality Achievements Award 2026 by the European Society for Quality Research (ESQR), recognizing the…
PayerMax has partnered with SAB to enhance digital payments in Saudi Arabia, aiming to streamline onboarding for local merchants and facilitate seamless global transactions. This collaboration aligns with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 goals and focuses on integrating innovative payment solutions across various sectors.
Emirates Telecommunications Group reported a 10% increase in revenue for FY 2024, surpassing analyst expectations. The company’s net income rose by 4.3%, while its profit margin decreased to 18%. Despite higher expenses, the company forecasts 8.1% revenue growth over the next three years.
Algeria’s telecom minister Sid Ali Zerrouki attended MWC 2025 in Doha, meeting with Qatar’s ICT minister and major industry players, including Ooredoo Group. Talks focused on developing technology parks, boosting bilateral cooperation, and supporting Algeria’s digital transformation. Zerrouki also joined a high-level ministerial meeting on technological infrastructure and visited global tech pavilions.
BNET has successfully completed the transfer of Zain Bahrain’s fixed-fiber backhaul network assets, marking a significant step in enhancing Bahrain’s telecommunications infrastructure. This collaboration supports the country’s digital economy and strengthens its position as a regional leader in technological innovation, ensuring seamless service for Zain Bahrain’s customers.
Orange Jordan, in partnership with MoDEE, has launched the incubation phase for 100 entrepreneurial ideas from the 2024 Entrepreneurship Hackathon. The initiative offers training, mentoring, and support through Orange Incubators, aiming to foster growth in sectors like agricultural technology, education, renewable energy, and tourism, contributing to national development.
Orange Jordan and the Norwegian Refugee Council have launched a free three-month digital skills training program for Jordanian youth in Irbid. Part of the ‘Najahna – Our Success’ project, the program aims to enhance programming and digital manufacturing skills, empowering participants for the job market.
Sohar International has launched its fully digital E-Mandate Direct Debit solution, streamlining recurring payments for individuals and businesses. This initiative enhances efficiency, security, and convenience while promoting sustainability by reducing paper usage. The new service reflects the bank’s commitment to financial innovation and aligns with Oman’s digital transformation efforts.
China outlines plans to deploy gigawatt AI data centres in orbit within five years, integrating solar power, satellite constellations, and digital-intelligence infrastructure as part of its national AI strategy, while global players like SpaceX, Starcloud, and Madari Space explore similar space-based computing concepts.