Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
The Kuwait Municipality issued warnings to 34 housing properties and citations to 12 for illegally placing communication towers on rooftops. Despite warnings, the municipality removed encroachments from state property. Concerns regarding health risks from the proximity of towers to residential areas were referred to the Ministry of Health for further consultation.
Ooredoo Group has signed an agreement with Alcatel Submarine Networks to build the Fibre in Gulf (FIG) subsea cable, connecting six GCC countries and Iraq. The cable will offer high capacity and low-latency routes to Europe, benefiting businesses, data centers, and digital industries by enhancing connectivity and security.
Tabby, a leading buy now, pay later platform, has acquired Saudi-based mobile wallet Tweeq.
Hub71 has partnered with Australia-based Entersoft to provide cybersecurity services—including smart contract audits, penetration testing, and threat monitoring—to startups in Abu Dhabi. The partnership strengthens the ecosystem’s security posture and supports early-stage companies in building resilient digital-asset and tech solutions. Entersoft says the UAE’s security-first approach sets a global standard.
Vodafone Business has upgraded its MyVodafone Portal with an intuitive interface, real-time dashboards and enhanced management tools supporting mobility, fixed-line, PTT+ and IoT services. The improvements give companies more visibility, control and automation to speed up decisions, manage assets effectively and streamline digital service operations.
E-commerce has shifted power from sellers to consumers in Bangladesh by eliminating information gaps and enforcing transparency. Online price comparisons, reviews, and service expectations are reshaping both digital and physical retail, making trust and customer service essential for long-term competitiveness.
Oman has partnered with Airbus Space Systems to build and launch OmanSat-1, its first communications satellite. Based on the OneSat platform, the satellite will support regional communications and advance Oman’s National Space Policy. The project includes local workforce training, industry participation and long-term ambitions to develop a national space industry.
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Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA) has launched a digital transformation with SAP, implementing solutions like SAP S/4HANA and SAP SuccessFactors. This move enhances operational efficiency and services, aligns with UAE’s digitalization strategy, and improves customer and employee experiences.
Vodafone Egypt’s “Maaki” initiative represents a transformative step to digitally empower rural women, combining technology, education, and entrepreneurship support through strategic partnerships to drive inclusive growth.