Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Mastercard and Bahrain’s Labour Fund (Tamkeen) have launched a partnership to support SMEs by introducing Mastercard Strive to the region. This initiative aims to enhance financial and digital readiness for local businesses, empowering them to grow and thrive in Bahrain’s evolving economy.
Airtel Tanzania and ZICTIA have signed an MoU to boost broadband infrastructure, expand digital and financial inclusion, and support e-government and community services in Zanzibar. The partnership aligns with government priorities to accelerate digital transformation and foster innovation-driven, inclusive growth.
SLT-Mobitel’s SLIoT Challenge 2025 successfully showcased Sri Lanka’s emerging IoT talent across schools, universities, and the open sector. By combining expert-led workshops with competitive innovation, the event strengthened youth engagement and contributed to the country’s digital transformation journey. University of Moratuwa teams dominated the university category, while diverse winners highlighted IoT’s wide-reaching impact.
Zain Iraq has partnered with Nokia to modernize its network across southern Iraq using advanced microwave technology. This three-year initiative aims to improve network performance, meet growing data demand, and future-proof the infrastructure for continued growth.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 19 May 2025: IDCentriq, a global leader in advanced biometric authentication technologies, has announced its participation…
e& UAE and Open Innovation AI have launched a dedicated AI Lab to drive the UAE’s AI strategy, focusing on advanced AI technologies and fostering innovation across sectors like healthcare, finance, and government. This collaboration aims to position the UAE as a global leader in AI by 2031.
Pakistan’s flagship IT and telecom expo, ITCN Asia Karachi 2025, will run from September 23–25 with 700+ exhibitors, 50,000+ visitors, and delegations from over 25 countries. The event, endorsed by SIFC and Tech Destination Pakistan, will showcase AI, fintech, cybersecurity, and 5G innovations while driving investment and digital growth.
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Huawei and Orange Egypt have implemented the first Bare Metal Container in Egypt, enhancing their long-term collaboration. This deployment of Huawei’s virtual Evolved Packet Core (vEPC) supports seamless mobile network convergence and advances Egypt’s digital transformation. The partnership underscores both companies’ commitment to innovation and aligns with Egypt’s 2030 Vision.
WorldLink now allows users to extend their internet service by three days via its app or SMS after the subscription expires. This self-service option provides flexibility for users to continue their service while awaiting payment. WorldLink continues to improve customer satisfaction with this added convenience for over a million users.