Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Egypt’s NTRA and National Council for Persons with Disabilities signed a protocol to improve telecom services for people with disabilities. The initiative introduces accessible technologies, training, and complaint mechanisms, reinforcing inclusivity and aligning with Vision 2030 and ITU best practices.
Keymous+, a North African hacker group, has executed over 700 DDoS attacks across multiple continents in 2025. Blending hacktivism with commercial operations, they are linked to a DDoS-for-hire service and maintain collaborations with other cyber groups. Their opaque motives and high-volume attacks reflect evolving trends in cyber threats.
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The GCC is ramping up its cybersecurity efforts with national strategies, legislative reforms, and workforce development initiatives. Countries like Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar are investing heavily in digital infrastructure, fostering collaboration, and upskilling citizens to combat cyber threats and drive digital transformation across the region.
Zain Jordan has partnered with Jordan Gate to provide comprehensive telecommunications services for the Sixth Circle Towers project. The agreement includes high-speed internet, VoIP, IPTV, and smart city solutions, enhancing the project’s digital infrastructure. The development promises to offer a tech-enabled environment for residents, businesses, and visitors in Amman.
This event marks a pivotal moment for Moroccan marketers and creatives as they gain access to LinkAI, an AI-powered tool that predicts ad effectiveness before broadcast. By combining neuroscience with artificial intelligence, LinkAI offers brands a smarter, data-driven way to design emotionally compelling campaigns and improve audience engagement worldwide.
Turkcell and Huawei successfully completed the world’s first Full Duplex Radio Link trial on the 80 GHz E-band, achieving 50 Gbps speeds. This breakthrough technology enables simultaneous data transmission and reception, boosting 5G network performance and supporting Türkiye’s digital transformation and future-ready connectivity goals.
Uganda first to go live under pan-Africa Payment Processing Partnership KAMPALA, Uganda, March 5, 2025/ — Network International (Network) (https://www.Network.ae/),…
Rakuten Mobile and AST SpaceMobile have successfully completed the first-ever broadband video call between unmodified smartphones in Japan using a low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite. This achievement paves the way for expanded mobile coverage in remote and disaster-affected areas, with plans for broader satellite-to-mobile broadband services in Japan by late 2026.
The Telecom Operators Association (TOA) has raised concerns about a 300% increase in the price of fibre broadband routers, warning that the hike contradicts Pakistan’s Digital Vision. The association calls for a transparent, market-driven valuation process to prevent negative impacts on broadband expansion and affordability.