Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
stc Bahrain and Aramex have launched Bahrain’s first nationwide smart locker network, combining advanced telecom infrastructure with smart logistics to enable 24/7 parcel collection, real-time tracking, and enhanced delivery efficiency — a key step in advancing Bahrain’s digital economy.
Bahrain’s Beyon Cyber and Jordan’s Umniah have formed a strategic partnership to extend Security Operations Centre services into Jordan, combining regional expertise with local delivery to enhance cybersecurity resilience. The collaboration reinforces Beyon Group’s regional strategy and advances digital protection across key Middle Eastern markets.
Bahrain’s Crown Prince and Prime Minister issued Edict (62) of 2025 appointing four officials to the Board of the Qatar–Bahrain Causeway Foundation. The appointments are for a renewable three-year term and strengthen oversight of the landmark infrastructure project.
Sustainability Forum Middle East (SFME), in partnership with BCG, will host its next Decarbonisation Roundtable in Manama on October 7, 2025, focusing on green energy scale-up and funding. Experts from industry, finance, and government will explore energy innovation, financing models, and regulatory pathways to accelerate the region’s net-zero transition.
Bahrain’s internet users now benefit from triple the upload speeds and faster downloads after regulators mandated higher entry-level fibre speeds. The move strengthens Bahrain’s digital infrastructure, improves user experience, and supports innovation in a rapidly evolving digital economy.
Bahrain has rolled out WE-Elevate, a DCO program to empower female-led MSMEs with digital, financial, and entrepreneurial skills. By combining training, mentorship, and e-commerce tools, the initiative helps firms scale globally, close gender gaps in digital leadership, and contribute to inclusive economic growth across DCO Member States.
AIONOS and ACME have signed a strategic alliance to boost AI adoption in Bahrain, aligned with Vision 2030. The partnership will target key sectors including healthcare, education, and manufacturing, aiming to empower businesses, accelerate digital transformation, and position Bahrain as a hub for innovation and sustainable growth.
Figure AI has raised over $1 billion in Series C funding, reaching a $39 billion valuation. The round, led by Parkway and supported by Brookfield, NVIDIA, Salesforce, Intel, and others, highlights growing global confidence in humanoid robotics. Arcapita’s role underscores regional investors’ leadership in frontier AI technologies.
Zain Bahrain has launched its flagship accelerator programme, Zain Great Idea (ZGI), in the kingdom for the first time. The initiative begins with an intensive Boot Camp for Bahraini tech entrepreneurs, offering training, mentorship, and workshops. One finalist startup will ultimately secure a transformative experience in Silicon Valley.
Bahrain ranked fifth globally for mobile internet speed in 2025, achieving an average download speed of 233.22 Mbps, according to Ookla’s Speedtest Global Index. The result underscores the Kingdom’s strong digital infrastructure investments and its position as a regional leader in connectivity and technological innovation.