Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Algeria’s Post and Telecommunications Ministry is moving to integrate eSIM technology as part of its national digital transformation and 5G rollout preparations, signaling the country’s commitment to modern connectivity and advanced mobile services.
Ericsson and e& UAE have signed a multi-year deal to modernize the operator’s 5G core with cloud-native solutions, enabling faster service launches, enhanced reliability, and advanced enterprise connectivity aligned with the UAE’s digital transformation vision.
e& UAE and Netcracker have achieved a major milestone in deploying an AI-powered BSS platform, enabling full digital onboarding, automated fulfillment, and omnichannel enterprise experiences. The partnership strengthens UAE’s telecom innovation ecosystem and supports e&’s digital society vision.
Bahrain’s telecom regulator has opened consultations on a framework to allow mobile phones to connect directly to satellites, boosting coverage, safety, and resilience. The move positions Bahrain as a regional leader in digital connectivity and innovation.
The agreement between Banglalink and FloSolar marks a milestone in Bangladesh’s renewable energy journey. By leveraging large-scale solar infrastructure to power telecom operations, the partnership not only reduces emissions but also strengthens the country’s clean energy ecosystem and contributes to national sustainability targets.
India’s National Communications Academy has partnered with GSMA to strengthen telecom innovation and digital governance. The collaboration will drive joint research, training, and policy development in areas like AI, 5G, and quantum communication, positioning India to lead in global telecom innovation and digital transformation.
Orange Egypt unveiled a Pharaonic obelisk-shaped telecom tower near the Grand Egyptian Museum, enhancing mobile coverage and symbolizing the fusion of Egypt’s ancient heritage with modern digital innovation.
TRA Bahrain and mobile operators jointly issued national guidelines to combat fraudulent SMS, introducing detection, blocking, and awareness measures to strengthen consumer protection and digital trust across the Kingdom.
Nokia and du have completed a successful trial of WaveSuite AI, a GPT-enabled automation assistant that improves network planning, troubleshooting, and operational efficiency, setting a new benchmark for AI-driven telecom infrastructure in the UAE.
Orange Egypt, in partnership with mnGm, has launched the country’s first digital gold trading service via mobile wallets, allowing customers to invest in gold seamlessly through the My Orange app. The move reinforces the telecom’s leadership in Egypt’s digital finance landscape.