Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
BENEFIT and Pay10 have signed an MoU to integrate dynamic QR interoperability between BenefitPay and Pay10, expand cross-border payments, and enhance SME access to digital financial solutions, reinforcing Bahrain’s leadership in FinTech innovation.
Bahrain’s telecom regulator has opened consultations on a framework to allow mobile phones to connect directly to satellites, boosting coverage, safety, and resilience. The move positions Bahrain as a regional leader in digital connectivity and innovation.
Bahraini students showcased groundbreaking AI, cybersecurity, and app development projects at GITEX Global 2025 under BTECH’s Tech Innovators initiative. Supported by leading Bahraini institutions, the program empowers youth with global exposure, mentorship, and opportunities to contribute to Bahrain’s digital transformation.
Bahrain’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority is advancing preparations for 6G and satellite services through its spectrum committee, aligning with Vision 2030. The strategy ensures Bahrain’s continued leadership in digital innovation, secure networks, and global telecom competitiveness.
Saudi Arabia’s Abdullah Al-Swaha and Bahrain’s Sheikh Abdullah Al-Khalifa met in Kuwait to enhance cooperation in AI, entrepreneurship, and digital transformation, reinforcing GCC efforts to build an integrated regional digital economy.
Bahrain’s TRA held the 18th SSCC meeting to strengthen spectrum strategy ahead of WRC-27, focusing on enabling 6G, satellite, and 5G private networks. The committee stressed innovation, security, and data sovereignty under Bahrain’s Vision 2030. Eng. Mariam Al Juman reaffirmed TRA’s commitment to world-class connectivity and future-ready digital transformation.
Bahrain’s Tamkeen will lead the Kingdom’s Pavilion at GITEX Global 2025 in Dubai, showcasing 14 startups and SMEs to global investors and partners, advancing Bahrain’s innovation ecosystem and ICT sector growth.
Bahrain hosted the Second Gulf Intellectual Property Conference, gathering regional experts to discuss the intersection of digital transformation, IP legislation, and sustainable investment, reinforcing the Gulf’s commitment to innovation and digital justice.
Bahrain’s iGA and Beyon Connect have launched the Bulk KYC Service, enabling financial institutions to securely verify customer data at scale against national records — strengthening compliance, data integrity, and digital trust across the financial ecosystem.
TRA Bahrain and mobile operators jointly issued national guidelines to combat fraudulent SMS, introducing detection, blocking, and awareness measures to strengthen consumer protection and digital trust across the Kingdom.