Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Pakistan remains the world’s top country for searches related to explicit content, but enforcement actions by the PTA have reduced actual viewership, according to its chairman. The regulator has blocked 1.3 million websites, cited legal challenges from conflicting court orders, and highlighted Pakistan’s improved cybersecurity readiness.
Pakistan’s telecom regulator has introduced stringent 5G security guidelines ahead of nationwide deployment, treating next-generation networks as critical national infrastructure. The framework mandates Zero Trust architecture, advanced encryption, AI-driven monitoring, and strong IoT protections to ensure a secure, resilient, and globally credible 5G rollout.
Egypt’s telecom regulator has warned of rising smartphone hacking attempts linked to unknown international calls and suspicious messages. The NTRA urged users to avoid answering unfamiliar calls, refrain from opening unknown links, and strengthen app security to protect personal data from cyber threats.
Thales has deepened its partnership with Arab International Optronics to support Egypt’s technology sovereignty through joint training, defence innovation, surveillance systems, and supply chain integration. The expanded collaboration aims to strengthen local industrial capabilities, develop national talent, and position Egypt as a regional hub for advanced, locally produced technologies.
Oman’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority held a community dialogue session to address electronic fraud, AI-driven cyberattacks, and unlicensed network sharing. The discussion focused on awareness, regulatory readiness, and public engagement to strengthen cybersecurity, close regulatory gaps, and improve trust and service quality in the telecommunications sector.
SentinelOne has partnered with Rilian Technologies to expand AI-driven, autonomous cybersecurity capabilities across the Middle East. The collaboration will support governments and critical industries with advanced security deployment, regulatory compliance, and local skills development, helping organizations move toward proactive and resilient cyber defense models.
Egypt’s NTRA has warned citizens about advanced global smartphone hacking attempts exploiting unknown vulnerabilities. The authority urged users to update devices regularly, enable advanced security features, avoid suspicious links, use secure browsers, and activate two-factor authentication to reduce the risk of cyberattacks targeting mobile phones.
Cyberani and KPMG Middle East have partnered to advance Saudi Arabia’s OT cybersecurity leadership, launching innovation labs, talent programs, and national forums to support Vision 2030 and strengthen protection for critical industries.
Vodafone Qatar’s CTO delivered a lecture on AI-driven cyber risks and resilience at Barzan University College, highlighting deepfake threats, automated malware, and predictive defence strategies, while reinforcing the operator’s commitment to national cybersecurity and industry–academia collaboration.
Marjane has adopted Huawei’s AI-powered Xinghe Unified SASE platform to support its rapid retail expansion across Morocco. The solution enables faster branch deployment, improved checkout performance, and advanced cybersecurity for more than 10,000 daily transactions per store. The partnership strengthens Marjane’s nationwide growth with secure, scalable digital infrastructure.