Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
The Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) has granted Starlink a 90-day waiver to supply bandwidth from outside the country, as the company works to establish a local gateway. This move ensures Starlink can meet the government’s target for launching commercial satellite internet services in Bangladesh.
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Mindware has partnered with VMware to distribute VMware’s advanced IT solutions across Lebanon, Iraq, and Jordan, helping businesses accelerate their digital transformation. This collaboration will offer regional enterprises cutting-edge cloud, security, and infrastructure technologies to enhance scalability, agility, and security in their IT environments.
Jahrat Adib Chowdhury has been appointed as Banglalink’s Deputy CEO, becoming the first female to hold this position in Bangladesh’s telecom industry. With over 20 years of experience, she will continue to drive digital innovation, financial services, and strategic direction, contributing to Bangladesh’s growing digital ecosystem.
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Bahrain will host the International ITU Digital Skills Forum from September 17-19, bringing together global leaders to discuss digital skills in sustainable development. The forum, supported by Bahrain’s TRA, will address digital transformation, skills gaps, and security, providing a platform for networking and collaboration. Registration is available at digitalskillsforum.bh.
Pakistan’s digital payment channels processed 88% of retail transactions in Q2-FY25, with a 12% increase in transaction volume and a 28% rise in value. Mobile banking apps, e-money wallets, and branchless banking services played a pivotal role in driving growth. SBP’s initiatives continue to fuel financial inclusion and efficiency.
Maseera Holding has acquired Adva, an Egyptian fintech platform, to drive financial inclusion in North Africa. The acquisition strengthens Maseera’s expansion strategy, leveraging Adva’s AI-driven credit scoring model to provide financing for underserved Egyptians. Adva will focus on consumer finance and apply for Egypt’s first digital finance license.
The Bangladesh government has proposed a new telecommunications act, aiming to regulate social media, online platforms, and internet-based services. The draft introduces penalties, mobile court enforcement, and a regulatory sandbox for innovation. Industry experts express concerns about its impact on innovation and small businesses, particularly in the broadband sector.
Jordan’s Senate President inaugurates a conference focusing on digital transformation’s role in economic empowerment, with emphasis on advancing women’s participation and fostering entrepreneurship in a rapidly changing world.