Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates–(BUSINESS WIRE/AETOSWire)– Samaaro, an AI-powered event marketing platform, has won Gold at the Financial Express MarTech Awards…
Ethio Telecom and Huawei have deployed Africa’s first Solar-on-Tower solution in Ethiopia, enabling telecom sites to run four hours on solar daily and cut diesel use by 40%. The innovation addresses urban space limits and paves the way for greener, low-carbon telecom networks across Africa.
Key Takeaways: Muscat, Oman – Microsoft brought its global AI tour to Muscat, showcasing the power of AI and its potential…
stc Bahrain’s ‘EMERGE’ internship program offers Bahraini youth comprehensive training and professional development to bridge academic learning and practical workplace experience. Through university partnerships and specialized workshops, the initiative supports skill-building aligned with the evolving telecom and technology sectors, reinforcing stc Bahrain’s role in community development and youth empowerment.
JODDB will showcase its advanced defense solutions at IDEX 2025, including the upgraded Al-Wahsh Al-Kaser armored vehicle, 40mm smoke grenade launcher, counter-drone systems, and cybersecurity initiatives. The exhibition will also feature JODDB’s test and evaluation services, ammunition manufacturing, and cutting-edge military equipment, reinforcing its role in defense innovation.
This package of decisions highlights Jordan’s commitment to accelerating digital transformation, supporting economic growth especially in the digital sector, and expanding its international partnerships to promote economic cooperation and social development.
Zain KSA has finalized preparations for Hajj 1446H with an AI-driven 5G network and expanded field teams, including 50% women representatives. Enhanced multilingual support, increased points of sale, and 24/7 booths ensure pilgrims receive seamless connectivity and assistance across all holy sites.
Klumi Ventures and Fuze have partnered to bridge traditional finance with digital assets in the UAE. This collaboration aims to accelerate Web3 adoption by enhancing cross-border payments, offering educational initiatives, and developing new digital asset solutions. The partnership aligns with Abu Dhabi’s Vision 2030 and is set to transform the region’s financial landscape.
Pakistan, with only 274 MHz of spectrum, has the lowest allocation in the region, far behind Saudi Arabia, Thailand, and Bangladesh. To ease congestion and improve services, the government is preparing a 5G auction expected to boost GDP, jobs, FDI, and exports, lifting Pakistan’s regional standing.
Batelco introduced Voya, Bahrain’s first global data roaming eSIM service, enabling users from any network to activate affordable, flexible roaming instantly on eSIM devices across 140+ destinations, supporting Bahrain’s vision for smart, borderless connectivity.