Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Pakistan will install three new submarine cables and double mobile internet spectrum to boost connectivity, expand 5G readiness, and reduce reliance on existing systems. With 200M mobile users and rising digital adoption, the upgrades aim to support innovation, inclusion, and resilience against costly internet disruptions.
Oman has hosted the inaugural Firnas Summit, showcasing drone innovation with DJI’s regional launch of the Matrice 400. Led by the Ibn Firnas Drone Centre, the summit highlighted Oman’s ambition to be a regional drone hub, aligning with Vision 2040 and advancing smart cities, AI, and digital transformation.
Zain Group has launched its five-year strategy, 4WARD, focused on transforming the company from a mobile-centric operator to a purpose-driven TechCo. The strategy emphasizes customer-centric growth, digital innovation, sustainability, and collaboration across its expanded business verticals, aiming to increase brand value and create long-term shareholder value.
stc pay Bahrain has partnered with Mastercard Move to enable secure and efficient money transfers to Alipay, China’s leading digital platform. This collaboration enhances stc pay’s offerings, providing consumers and businesses with a reliable remittance service and supporting Bahrain-China economic ties with secure, transparent cross-border payments.
Digital innovation is rapidly transforming the healthcare sector in the Middle East, with investments in AI, robotics, and genomic medicine expected to drive spending in the GCC to $135.5 billion by 2027. The region is embracing technology to improve patient care, efficiency, and health outcomes across various initiatives.
Algerie Telecom has launched an online tool to facilitate the migration from ADSL to fibre services. This platform includes an eligibility checker for B2C and B2B customers to confirm their eligibility, enabling them to submit subscription requests easily using their landline number if qualified.
King Mohammed VI has appointed General Abdellah Boutrik as head of Morocco’s DGSSI, strengthening the nation’s cyber defence capabilities. The move underscores digital security as a top national priority, with Boutrik tasked to lead an updated cybersecurity strategy amid rising attacks and infrastructure vulnerabilities.
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Veracode, a global leader in application risk management, announced today it has been granted a United States patent for its…
Jordan has made significant progress in innovation, sustainability, and economic development, according to the first-quarter 2025 report on its Economic Modernisation Vision. The Kingdom has improved its rankings in key areas such as inclusiveness and resilience, with strong initiatives in digital inclusion, innovation, and infrastructure development.