Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Together, the collaborations position Manama IX as a more secure and scalable interconnection hub, reinforcing its role in supporting regional digital growth and enabling more efficient data exchange between local and international networks.
Through ongoing partnerships with global technology providers, financial institutions, and government stakeholders, stc pay aims to remain at the forefront of fintech innovation while supporting the development of an inclusive and connected financial ecosystem in the region.
Bahrain’s Survey and Land Registration Bureau introduced its Geospatial Data Platform through a workshop aimed at enabling data-driven government decision-making, improving geospatial data exchange, and supporting digital transformation and sustainable development initiatives across national sectors.
Bahrain and Capital A Berhad have announced a strategic aviation partnership positioning Bahrain as a regional hub linking Asia and Europe, expanding air connectivity, supporting logistics and maintenance infrastructure development, and advancing the Kingdom’s ambition to become an integrated aviation and transport center.
Batelco by Beyon has partnered with Tata Communications and Tencent to strengthen Manama IX by enhancing network security and global content connectivity, reinforcing Bahrain’s position as a regional interconnection hub and supporting growing demand for low-latency digital services.
Northstar Telecom and Omnicomm have partnered to deploy fuel monitoring and telematics solutions in Bahrain, combining real-time analytics and fleet management technology to help businesses improve fuel efficiency, operational transparency, and overall fleet performance.
Northstar Telecom and Omnicomm have partnered to deploy fuel monitoring and telematics solutions in Bahrain, combining real-time analytics and fleet management technology to help businesses improve fuel efficiency, operational transparency, and overall fleet performance.
Zain Bahrain reported higher revenue and stable profitability for 2025, driven by digital expansion, 5G investment, and ICT growth, while maintaining strong margins and continuing its transition toward a broader digital services and ICT-focused business model.
Ripple partnered with Bahrain Fintech Bay to advance blockchain and stablecoin adoption, introducing RLUSD and custody solutions to local institutions. The move builds on Ripple’s DFSA license and aligns with Bahrain’s stablecoin framework, enabling pilots in tokenization, payments, and education across the Kingdom’s regulated fintech ecosystem.
Bahrain has asked iOS users to update to version 26.2 to receive emergency alerts as it rolls out a phased wireless warning system to improve public safety. The move supports faster communication during crises, while Android and Huawei users require no action. Kuwait has also begun routine siren testing.