Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Vodafone Egypt launched a digital platform for journalists to enhance communication and support Egypt’s digital transformation. The platform offers real-time information, interview requests, and press releases, improving media interactions. The launch event featured prominent media figures and discussions on the impact of digital transformation on Egypt’s media landscape.
Bahrain has launched an online platform for small vessel registration and licensing, reducing processing times by up to 50%. The platform offers services like registration, renewals, and ownership transfers, and is integrated with the Coastguard. It aligns with Bahrain’s digital transformation goals under the Economic Vision 2030.
Pakistan’s seminar on 5G technology highlighted plans for 5G spectrum auctions in April-May, aiming to improve connectivity. Key speakers, including PTA Chairman Hafeez Ur Rehman and Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja, discussed how 5G deployment and enhanced submarine cable infrastructure will boost digital transformation and IT exports.
ZainTECH and Fortinet have partnered to enhance cybersecurity in the Middle East. This collaboration combines Fortinet’s advanced technology with ZainTECH’s regional expertise, providing businesses with proactive cyber protection and enabling digital transformation. The partnership will offer comprehensive, real-time cybersecurity services across the region.
Oman’s tech startups signed nearly OMR9 million worth of agreements at LEAP 2025, highlighting the country’s growing digital capabilities. The partnerships span agriculture, financial technology, artificial intelligence, and digital advertising. This reflects Oman’s success in attracting international investments and supporting its startups’ expansion into global markets.
Maroc Telecom reported a slight profit decline to $616 million, despite a 1.2% increase in revenue to 36.7 billion dirhams. The growth was driven by its African subsidiaries and investment in broadband. The company plans to continue digital transformation, focusing on AI integration and expanding its international footprint.
Kuwait’s Communications Minister Omar Al-Omar and Qatar’s Minister of Communications Mohammad Al-Mannai met at the AI Action Summit in Paris to discuss strengthening cooperation in AI, digital technology, and communications. They focused on regional digital transformation, innovation, and the role of AI in sustainable development and international collaboration.
The “Investment, Renewable Energy, and Finance Towards a Sustainable Digital Future” conference in Amman highlighted Jordan-Iraq economic cooperation, focusing on investment, digital transformation, and renewable energy. Key leaders discussed joint initiatives like the Jordan-Iraq electricity interconnection project and Iraq’s 2024-2028 Development Plan for economic growth and sustainable development.
The 9th edition of Women Tech Quest (WTQ) held in Karachi, Islamabad, and Lahore inspired women to lead in Pakistan’s IT and e-commerce sectors. The event featured competitions, keynote speeches, and discussions on leadership, digital transformation, and financial empowerment. Winners were recognized in testing, design, and coding categories.
stc won the ‘Best Corporate Governance Telecom Company – Kuwait 2024’ and its subsidiary, solutions by stc, received the ‘Best Customer Experience Digital Platform for B2B – My Business – Kuwait 2024’ at the Global Business Outlook Awards 2024. These awards recognize their commitment to excellence in digital transformation and customer service.