Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
The SATRC-25 meeting, hosted by India’s TRAI, brings together telecommunication leaders from South Asia to discuss regulatory and technological challenges. Key topics include Non-Terrestrial Networks and regional collaboration for a secure, inclusive digital ecosystem. The event aims to strengthen digital connectivity and growth in the region.
Algeria will launch the “DZ MOB PAY” mobile payment system in January 2025, enabling secure smartphone transactions. The platform aims to boost financial inclusion and digitalization, offering free and user-friendly services. With key institutions leading the initiative, it marks a pivotal step in Algeria’s digital payment ecosystem.
The Digital Content Observatory condemns coordinated digital attacks on national institutions, urging media and political bodies to respond proactively. It calls for improved communication strategies and offers expertise to protect digital stability and institutional dignity amid rising misinformation and defamation.
Morocco has partnered with UAE-based AI71 to enhance its digital transformation efforts during GITEX Global. This collaboration aims to support the Digital Morocco 2030 strategy by implementing AI-powered solutions that improve citizen access to government services. AI71 will also provide computing power to four selected Moroccan AI start-ups.
du, alongside Microsoft, Nokia, Khalifa University, and ITU, has launched the first Arabic-language telecom AI model designed to enhance internal operations with culturally aware, real-time support. The project advances UAE’s vision for sovereign AI and sector innovation.
Network International has partnered with Ant International to enhance digital payment solutions across the Middle East and Africa. The collaboration aims to leverage Alipay+ Wallet Tech for e-wallet capabilities and expand payment solutions, providing seamless QR code payment experiences for consumers using their preferred digital payment methods.
MBC GROUP and Netflix’s partnership delivers a cost-effective, all-in-one streaming experience, advancing content accessibility and choice for viewers across the MENA region.
Version Sophos Firewall v21.5 now includes Sophos NDR-Essential and brings several improvements to simplify daily management. Dubai, United Arab Emirates,…
Dhofar University, in partnership with Ooredoo and ZTE, has launched the 5G Innovation Lab to foster innovation in education and research. The lab aims to equip future leaders with 5G and IoT skills, supporting Oman’s Vision 2040. The collaboration emphasizes advancing technology and digital transformation in the telecommunications sector.
UCAP affirms the primacy of human dignity over technological advancement, and commits Catholic journalists in Africa to promote media practices…