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 Qatar concluded its participation at Web Summit Qatar 2026, showcasing digital solutions supporting business growth and innovation while signing partnerships focused on talent development and startup enablement, reinforcing its role in advancing Qatar’s digital economy and aligning with national digital transformation objectives.
Orange Jordan and JoPACC have partnered to strengthen fintech innovation and digital skills in Jordan through training, applied projects, and incubator support. The MoU aims to empower Coding Academy graduates, accelerate real-world fintech solutions, and support sustainable growth of Jordan’s digital and financial ecosystem.
e& UAE has published a new white paper outlining how integrated sensing and communication will shape 6G networks. The report positions ISAC as a core 6G feature, enabling real-time environmental sensing, new industry use cases, and monetisation models, while reinforcing the UAE’s ambition to lead global 6G innovation.
du has partnered with Huawei to deploy the UAE’s first customized multi-band indoor 5G base station, integrating 3G, 4G, and 5G into a single unit. The solution enhances indoor coverage, improves efficiency, and supports du’s 5G-Advanced and sustainability goals.
Roamless raised $12m in a Series A led by Rasmal Ventures, with UAE investors backing its shift from travel eSIMs to a full-stack global mobile platform. By owning telecom infrastructure, the startup aims to add voice, SMS, and B2B embedded connectivity as eSIM adoption accelerates worldwide.
e& UAE is accelerating the commercialization of 5G-Advanced by deploying nationwide standalone coverage, launching network slicing, and achieving record-breaking speeds. The strategy strengthens monetization, supports AI-ready services, and positions the operator for future 6G evolution while enhancing smart city and enterprise connectivity.
Ooredoo Qatar has expanded its AI assistant Obot to retail customers and multiple social platforms, introducing a GPT-powered avatar with real-time voice and omnichannel continuity. Built on Azure AI and Dynamics 365, Obot delivers personalized, human-like support and reflects Ooredoo’s strategy to create a unified, trustworthy AI companion across all customer touchpoints.
The Mobile World Congress Africa 2025 spotlighted how mobile connectivity and AI are driving Africa’s digital and economic transformation, with a renewed focus on inclusivity, local innovation, and technological sovereignty.
Bahrain’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority is advancing preparations for 6G and satellite services through its spectrum committee, aligning with Vision 2030. The strategy ensures Bahrain’s continued leadership in digital innovation, secure networks, and global telecom competitiveness.
du’s “Go on Easy Mode” initiative transforms telecom experiences through simplified digital journeys, self-service control, and UAE PASS integration. The platform empowers users with greater convenience and security while supporting the UAE’s sustainability and digital transformation agenda.