Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Oman’s TRA sets a unified 10% royalty rate for all telecom services starting 2025, reducing mobile rates from 12%. Omantel and Ooredoo Oman expect significant financial benefits, enhancing operator earnings and supporting sector stability.
The Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) has revoked the licences of 41 A2P SMS aggregators for failing to renew certifications and continuing operations with expired licences. Affected companies have been instructed to surrender their licences and clear any dues within 30 days, while new applications for SMS aggregator licences are now invited.
The Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (TRC) will soon introduce new software to detect and prevent the use of unapproved mobile phones. The TRC urges the public to avoid purchasing such devices, aiming to strengthen regulatory control and protect users from potentially harmful phones.
Jordan’s NCSC launched the National Cyber Security Strategy 2024-2028, focusing on security, resilience, transformation, and partnerships. The strategy aims to create a secure digital environment, supporting national digital transformation and economic growth. Key initiatives include a new digital transformation unit and enhanced cyber security for the aviation sector.
Saudi Arabia has climbed to the top of the ITU’s Digital Regulatory Maturity Index, outstripping other G20 countries, in alignment with its Vision 2030 goals. This places the Kingdom at the forefront of digital governance, reflecting its investment in regulatory innovation and advanced digital infrastructure.