Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
With cyberattacks in the UAE now reaching nearly 200,000 a day, the Cybersecurity Council has issued an urgent warning against downloading unverified apps. Citizens are advised to use only official stores, review app permissions, and stay updated, as part of the UAE’s broader cybersecurity strategy to protect digital life.
Nepal Telecom is close to awarding Huawei its billing system contract, despite prior warnings over monopoly risks, data security, and conflicts of interest. Critics say revised tender terms favor Huawei’s older hardware, potentially giving it near-total control of the operator’s core infrastructure.
The University of Rabat and Cisco have launched a local Incubation Centre to advance AI and cybersecurity. The partnership includes the Cisco Networking Academy, offering ICT and advanced tech training as part of Cisco’s global Country Digital Acceleration program to support Morocco’s digital transformation.
SonicWall’s Generation 8 launch delivers nine new firewalls combining unified management, embedded Zero Trust, co-managed services, and a $200K cyber warranty.
Telenor Pakistan secured top PTA cybersecurity award for the second year, recognised for leading compliance with CTDISR and industry-best cyber defence.
PlayPraetor Android malware infects 11,000+ devices worldwide via targeted MaaS campaigns, exploiting accessibility features and disguised apps. Cybersecurity experts urge vigilance against unknown apps amid growing mobile threats.
Kuwait arrests an international gang behind cyberattacks on telecom and banks, seizing advanced hacking equipment. Separately, 178 violators of residence and labor laws were detained in a nationwide security operation.
The UAE Cyber Security Council has partnered with Rilian Technologies and CPX Holding to implement AI-driven cybersecurity solutions protecting critical infrastructure. The collaboration equips the NSOC with advanced automated threat detection and response capabilities, reinforcing the nation’s cyber resilience amid rapid digital modernization.
Oman’s e-commerce sector is rapidly expanding, driven by social media marketing and regulatory support. While challenges like fraud and cancellations persist, government initiatives aim to build a secure, advanced digital trade environment.
Sri Lanka’s 9th Cyber Security Summit stressed the critical need for comprehensive PDPA compliance, data protection culture, and coordinated breach response, highlighting legal frameworks, industry challenges, and practical solutions for sustainable digital trust.