Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Es’hailSat is showcasing its Tier-4 Teleport and satellite capabilities at DIMDEX 2026, highlighting secure GOVMIL communications for maritime and defence sectors. As Qatar’s national operator, it is demonstrating resilient, end-to-end connectivity for remote and high-risk environments across the region.
UMEX and SimTEX 2026 will be the largest editions yet, bringing 375 exhibitors from 38 countries to Abu Dhabi. With a strong focus on commercial, civil, and defence applications, the events position the UAE as a global hub for unmanned systems, robotics, AI, and autonomous technologies across logistics, mobility, energy, and security.
BSNL and Viasat are modernising the Indian Navy’s satellite communications by integrating Ka-band systems with existing L-band infrastructure. The move introduces a multi-band, multi-constellation architecture, improving coverage, throughput, and resilience for mission-critical naval operations using BSNL’s ground facilities and Viasat’s global satellite network.
Thales and AIO have expanded their long-standing partnership to deepen Egypt’s technological sovereignty and strengthen its role as a regional innovation hub. The collaboration includes establishing Thales Academy, advancing defence systems, enhancing surveillance capabilities, and integrating AIO into Thales’ supply chain—reinforcing Egypt’s ability to develop and export high-value technologies.
Viettel has signed an MoU with UAE’s EDGE to co-develop 5G, semiconductors, IoT, cybersecurity and defence technologies, while exploring OEM manufacturing in Vietnam for global markets.