Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
The RIPE NCC is an independent, not-for-profit Regional Internet Registry serving Europe, the Middle East and Central Asia. It provides Internet number resources—including IPv4 and IPv6 address allocations and Autonomous System Numbers (ASNs)—and supports Internet infrastructure development from its headquarters in Amsterdam and regional office in Dubai.
Egypt’s NTRA has received the Regional Leadership Award from the Arab Organization for Communication and Information Technologies for its pioneering role in IPv6 adoption, advancing Internet infrastructure, and solidifying Egypt’s status as a digital innovation leader in the Arab and African regions.
Qatar Airways has activated IPv6 across its digital infrastructure, marking a key step in Qatar’s National Vision 2030 and the nation’s digital transformation. The move enhances cybersecurity, scalability, and innovation in smart travel and aviation technology.
Qatar Airways’ activation of IPv6 demonstrates how public-private collaboration can accelerate national technology adoption. This milestone not only strengthens Qatar’s digital infrastructure but also positions its aviation sector at the forefront of global innovation and sustainability.