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 Oman’s 777 live number auction raised over OMR 580,000 for charity, with the sale of the first-ever single-digit number fetching a record OMR 429,500. The auction reinforced Vodafone’s commitment to innovation, community support, and exclusive customer experiences while shaping Oman’s digital future.
stc participated in the LEAP 2025 conference in Riyadh to further its goals of digital transformation and forming strategic partnerships. The company announced a collaboration with Astek to enhance IT services and cybersecurity, reinforcing its commitment to innovation and driving digital growth in Kuwait and the region.
Orange Jordan celebrates its 25th anniversary with a JD2 billion investment in IT infrastructure, expanding 5G and broadband services. The company also introduces innovative customer services, supports youth and women through community programs, and earns several prestigious awards, including recognition for digital skills development and corporate social responsibility efforts.
Zain Kuwait has partnered with Huawei to implement a Business Support System (BSS) digital transformation project, enhancing operational efficiency and customer experiences. The new BSS system will support personalized marketing, accelerate new service launches, and optimize business performance, reinforcing Zain’s position as a tech-driven leader in Kuwait’s telecom sector.
Batelco has partnered with GSMA to join the Open Gateway Initiative, gaining access to standardized APIs for faster deployment of innovative services. This collaboration will drive advancements in mobile edge computing, fraud detection, IoT connectivity, and network slicing, enhancing customer experiences and supporting Bahrain’s digital transformation.
du has become the first UAE telecom operator to launch 5G Voice over New Radio (VoNR) and achieve full certification for its 5G Standalone Access (5G SA) network. This launch enhances voice quality, speeds, and network efficiency, paving the way for advancements in AI, AR, and smart city development.
Daban Ahmed has launched Iraq’s first telecom company with 5G technology, marking a major step in the country’s digital transformation. This initiative will provide ultra-fast internet, create new job opportunities, and enable innovations in AI, IoT, smart cities, and other sectors, boosting Iraq’s economic and technological future.
Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed met with delegations from e& UAE and the Ministry of Justice to discuss collaboration in digital infrastructure and judicial services. The discussions focused on enhancing Sharjah’s telecommunications sector, supporting e&’s advancements in AI and fibre-optic networks, and modernizing the judicial system in the UAE.
WorldCall Telecom has inaugurated a Center of Excellence (CoE) for AI and Big Data services in Pakistan, marking a key milestone in its technological growth. The CoE will focus on product activation, back-office support for GTC, and the global launch of innovative platforms like CADNZ, enhancing WTL’s market positioning.
Nokia has partnered with Ooredoo Oman to deploy a high-capacity DWDM network to meet the demands of hyperscalers, AI, and cloud platforms. This collaboration will enhance Oman’s digital infrastructure, enabling low-latency connectivity and establishing the country as a key regional hub, with services launching in March 2025.