Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Nepal Police has launched an AI and Advanced Analytics Cell to monitor online disinformation and strengthen digital security. The unit will analyse social media content and CCTV data, with a focus on election-related fake news and risk reduction. Officials say it will enhance surveillance and proactive security management nationwide.
The UAE Cybersecurity Council reports that 71.4% of tracked cyber threats originate from state-sponsored groups, with government and financial sectors most targeted, as the country strengthens its national cybersecurity framework and AI regulation.
SIM card registration in Afghanistan has reached 90 percent coverage, improving security, reducing crime and harassment, and limiting misuse of mobile services. With accountability in place and infrastructure expanding, the policy strengthens social order, public trust, and responsible communication while supporting better monitoring and regulation of the telecom sector.
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority has warned that misuse of SIM cards will be the responsibility of the registered user. PTA emphasized that SIMs must be registered in the actual user’s name and urged consumers to follow regulations to protect the security and reliability of Pakistan’s telecom network.
Iraq has launched the Ameen digital platform to combat online extortion and cybercrime, enabling victims to report cases within minutes through a secure system. The initiative follows rising misuse of digital content and AI-driven blackmail, supporting faster investigations and stronger protection under existing criminal laws.
Morocco has joined over 60 nations in signing the UN Cybercrime Treaty in Hanoi, reaffirming its role in shaping the first international legal framework against digital crime. Justice Minister Abdellatif Ouahbi hailed the move as a milestone for global cooperation and Morocco’s cybersecurity leadership.
Pakistan’s telecom industry is reeling from a nationwide data privacy scandal as user data reportedly circulates on the black market. Government officials vow action under existing telecom and consumer protection laws, but experts warn of a looming digital privacy collapse without stricter enforcement and accountability.
The GCC held a high-level ministerial meeting in Kuwait to unify cybersecurity efforts, focusing on joint frameworks, information-sharing, and stronger incident-response systems. The initiative reflects a shared Gulf vision to secure critical infrastructure and build a collaborative cyber environment resilient to evolving threats.
IM3’s SATSPAM automatically protects users from spam and scam calls and messages, offering basic and advanced tiers without manual setup. The initiative enhances Indonesia’s digital safety landscape amid rising fraud and financial losses.
The Digital Content Observatory condemns coordinated digital attacks on national institutions, urging media and political bodies to respond proactively. It calls for improved communication strategies and offers expertise to protect digital stability and institutional dignity amid rising misinformation and defamation.