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 has partnered with online trading provider CFI to deliver secure, resilient ICT and connectivity services. The agreement places stc at the heart of CFI’s financial operations, enabling regulatory compliance, data protection, and uninterrupted service delivery while strengthening Bahrain’s digital and financial infrastructure.
Floward has launched the Floward Card in Bahrain with SimpliFi, INFINIOS, and Mastercard, transforming cash gifting into a digital-first, prepaid card experience. The initiative aligns with Bahrain’s fintech leadership, blending thoughtful gifting with secure, flexible payments for a modern, personalized way to give.
stc Bahrain has partnered with CFI to deliver secure, resilient ICT infrastructure for financial operations. The agreement introduces high-availability networks, next-generation security, and smart resilience systems, strengthening regulatory compliance, service continuity, and data protection while supporting Bahrain’s Economic Vision 2030 and ambitions as a regional financial hub.
STC Bahrain has signed an MoU with Huawei to advance EVOLVE 2.0, deepening its transformation into a TechCo. The initiative builds on earlier gains in cloud and automation, introducing enterprise-grade AI, data intelligence, and Copilot-style tools across network and business domains to improve operations, customer experience, and revenue models.
stc Bahrain has signed an MoU with Huawei to advance its Evolve 2.0 programme, accelerating its shift into a TechCo. The partnership focuses on AI, cloud, data intelligence, and autonomous operations, enabling enterprise-grade intelligence, zero-touch networks, and scalable digital services for sustainable growth.
Batelco and Qareeb Data Centers are launching Bahrain’s first edge data center at Beyon’s Data Oasis, delivering sovereign, low-latency and AI-ready colocation services. The 6,000 sqm facility strengthens Bahrain’s role as a regional digital hub, supporting enterprises, hyperscalers and government customers with scalable, future-ready infrastructure.
Batelco and Qareeb are launching Bahrain’s first edge data centre at Beyon’s Data Oasis, delivering sovereign, low-latency and AI-ready colocation for enterprises and cloud providers across the GCC. The facility strengthens Bahrain’s position as a regional digital infrastructure hub.
KFH–Bahrain has launched eKey 2.0 for Business in partnership with Beyon Connect, enabling secure digital identity verification for faster onboarding and banking access. The initiative strengthens cybersecurity, reduces fraud, and aligns with Bahrain’s national vision for trusted, customer-centric digital services.
Bahrain’s national cybersecurity strategy is strengthening trust in its digital economy, including online gaming. By enforcing governance standards, building cyber awareness, and aligning with global best practices, the Kingdom is creating a secure environment where gaming platforms and players can grow with confidence.
ABC Labs has been named among Global Finance’s World’s Best Financial Innovation Labs for the fourth time. The recognition reflects Bank ABC’s leadership in AI, automation, digital onboarding, and tokenised assets, delivering measurable gains in productivity, customer experience, and time-to-market across its regional and global operations.