Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Pakistan’s telecom regulator has enabled free mobile calls to toll-free numbers nationwide, expanding consumer access to essential services while reinforcing efforts to improve telecom inclusivity and user protection.
Jordan has established a national committee to develop technical, regulatory, and awareness measures aimed at protecting children from online risks, strengthening digital safety frameworks while promoting responsible use of social media and internet platforms.
The Egyptian Customs Authority has launched a mobile app to facilitate the registration of imported mobile phones.
The Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST) held a one-month Aerospace Engineering Internship Program with Boeing for scholarship students. The program, featuring theoretical studies and practical projects, aims to develop national capabilities, enhance skills in space technologies, and prepare students for the job market, contributing to the nation’s growth in space sciences.
The UAE, via the TDRA, is hosting the ITU World Radio Conference 2023 in Dubai, focusing on revising radio-frequency regulations and satellite orbits. The conference brings together global authorities to discuss policies impacting diverse sectors and emphasizes the role of radio frequencies in achieving Sustainable Development Goals.
The UAE’s TDRA advises the public to report lost or stolen mobile devices to telecom providers, who will blacklist the device within 24 hours to prevent network access. This initiative aims to enhance security and privacy, with TDRA encouraging the use of protective measures like passwords and device-tracking.
Bahrain’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has achieved a significant milestone by being elected as the Vice Chair of the International…
Eng. Said Hamoud Al Maawali, Oman’s Minister of Transport, Communications and Information Technology, has reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to implementing…
The Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (TRCSL) is initiating a nationwide programme for citizens to verify their mobile SIM card registrations. Starting in Kandy from November 13-18, users can dial #132# to check their SIM’s registration status, helping prevent the misuse of mobile numbers for illegal activities.
Bahrain’s iGA met with Saudi Arabia’s Digital Government Authority during the GCC eGovernment Ministerial Committee meeting, discussing collaborative digital transformation initiatives.