Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Bahrain’s telecommunications regulator has authorised satellite direct-to-device services, allowing standard mobile phones to connect directly to satellites beyond terrestrial coverage. While commercial services are not yet live, the move positions Bahrain as a regional first and lays the groundwork for pilot deployments, emergency connectivity, and wider satellite-based communications.
Batelco has partnered with Cisco to modernize its IP backbone infrastructure, deploying advanced routing, automation, and monitoring technologies. The upgrade will enable AI-driven network operations and support 5G-Advanced, 6G, IoT, and cloud-native services, strengthening service performance and supporting Bahrain’s digital transformation goals.
Ericsson and Zain Bahrain have announced an expanded strategic partnership to introduce advanced 5G capabilities in the Kingdom, centred on…
The launch of Satellite Direct-to-Device services positions Bahrain as the first GCC country to authorise mobile-to-satellite connectivity. The initiative allows standard mobile phones to connect beyond terrestrial networks, including maritime areas, enhancing safety, resilience, and nationwide connectivity while reinforcing Bahrain’s role as a regional leader in advanced telecommunications.
The expanded Zain Bahrain–Ericsson partnership brings advanced 5G edge capabilities to the Kingdom, enabling ultra-low latency, secure connectivity, and optimized performance. The deployment supports Industry 4.0 use cases such as AI-driven automation and real-time monitoring, strengthening Bahrain’s digital infrastructure and enterprise transformation efforts.
Bahrain is introducing a digital system to manage and pre-approve mobile food truck locations, allowing operators to reserve designated sites online. The initiative sets clear zoning, safety, and operating rules to regulate food trucks while improving oversight and organisation across the kingdom.Bahrain is introducing a digital system to manage and pre-approve mobile food truck locations, allowing operators to reserve designated sites online. The initiative sets clear zoning, safety, and operating rules to regulate food trucks while improving oversight and organisation across the kingdom.
Bahrain’s Transportation and Telecommunications Minister met with the French Ambassador to review bilateral relations and cooperation. The discussion focused on strengthening coordination, exchanging expertise, and expanding partnerships, particularly in transportation and telecommunications, reflecting the strong and constructive ties between Bahrain and France.
Amazon Web Services has launched Amazon Bedrock in Bahrain with iGA, enabling secure generative AI capabilities for government and private entities. Integrated into the government AWS cloud, the platform supports Arabic AI use cases, boosts operational efficiency, strengthens innovation, and reinforces Bahrain’s position as a regional leader in digital transformation.
Bahrain’s iGA and Royal Academy of Police honoured university students who won the 2025 AI GameDay Challenge, highlighting national efforts to build AI and cloud computing skills. Supported by UNDP, AWS, and stc Bahrain, the initiative showcased youth innovation and practical applications aligned with the Kingdom’s digital transformation goals.
Bahrain participated in ITU’s WTDC-25 in Baku, showcasing achievements in digital transformation and regulatory modernisation. The TRA reaffirmed support for global digital inclusion, contributed to sector policy discussions, and backed Adel Darwish’s candidacy for ITU Deputy Secretary-General.