Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Sama X launches Starlink in Kuwait, bringing high-speed satellite internet with low latency and 300+ Mbps speeds. The move strengthens connectivity across industries, remote operations, and households, supporting the country’s digital infrastructure expansion.
CITRA noted that it will continue to develop the regulatory framework for the telecommunications and ICT sector to keep pace with global technological advancements and support connectivity in areas that are difficult to reach through traditional terrestrial networks.
Beyon wins a $2.8 billion PPP project to build and operate Kuwait’s nationwide fibre broadband network, targeting 90% coverage with speeds of up to 10Gbps to support Kuwait Vision 2035.
Kuwait’s communications minister reviewed telecom network readiness during a visit to Ooredoo, emphasizing the importance of stable telecommunications services for national preparedness. Authorities and telecom operators are monitoring infrastructure performance, strengthening emergency response plans and ensuring service continuity during the current regional situation.
Beyon has been selected by Kuwait’s KAPP as the winning investor for a $2.8 billion, 50-year PPP to develop and operate a nationwide high-speed fiber broadband network. The project will cover 90% of Kuwait’s plots, support 10Gbps connectivity, and advance the country’s Vision 2035 digital transformation goals.
ZainTECH partnered with IDCF 2026 in Kuwait to support responsible AI, digital investment, and cross-border cooperation. Held alongside the DCO General Assembly, the Forum adopted the Kuwait Declaration on Responsible AI. ZainTECH highlighted trust-driven digital ecosystems spanning AI, cybersecurity, cloud, and transformation solutions.
Kuwait has secured approval to award a $64.8m contract to modernise its fixed-line network, aiming for 90% fibre coverage by 2028 with speeds up to 10 Gbps, supporting smart city ambitions and the New Kuwait 2035 vision.
KAPP has secured conditional approval for a KD19.928 million fixed-line telecom upgrade project. The initiative targets nationwide fibre expansion to 90 percent of homes by 2028, speeds of up to 10 Gbps, and supports Kuwait’s digital transformation and New Kuwait 2035 vision.
KEMS Zajil Telecom and Huawei have partnered to launch secure and intelligent cloud services in Kuwait, combining local infrastructure with advanced data center technologies to support enterprise digital transformation, enhance data security, and accelerate cloud adoption across the country.
Virgin Mobile Kuwait has introduced Aman, a network-level child safety SIM that filters online content directly within the telecom network, offering safer digital access without device-based parental controls. The solution aims to help families balance connectivity and protection, with plans for expansion across GCC markets during 2026.