Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Turkcell partners with Ericsson and Mavenir to advance 5G Advanced deployment, initiate 6G research and integrate AI-powered capabilities into its mobile core network infrastructure.
Pakistan and Türkiye reaffirm their science and technology partnership, expanding cooperation in applied research, standards harmonization, halal certification and innovation-led industrial growth, with joint projects spanning AI, IoT, energy and advanced materials to strengthen knowledge-based economic development.
Industry voices argue that the next phase of AI innovation may be defined less by raw computing power and more by efficient resource utilization, positioning niche and domain-focused AI solutions as a viable pathway for emerging technology ecosystems seeking competitive advantage in an increasingly resource-constrained environment.
Turkcell has entered into a strategic cloud technology partnership with Google, committing $1 billion through 2032 to expand data centers and boost digital infrastructure. The collaboration focuses on enhancing cloud innovation, enterprise transformation, and Turkey’s digital competitiveness.
Turkey’s latest 5G auction generated $3.534 billion including VAT, surpassing revenue expectations. Turkcell, Türk Telekom, and Vodafone secured key 700MHz and 3.5GHz frequencies, paving the way for 5G rollout starting April 2026. The tender also extended 2G and 3G authorizations until 2042.
Turkcell successfully conducted Türkiye’s first high-altitude 5G field test at 1,250 meters in Rize’s Kaçkar Mountains during the UTMB ultramarathon. The event showcased the operator’s technological readiness in extreme conditions and introduced real-time athlete tracking, reinforcing both innovation and sports tourism for the region.
Turkey’s draft energy agreement proposal to Iraq seeks to renew cooperation amid the ending of the Kirkuk-Ceyhan pipeline deal in 2026. Despite arbitration disputes and pipeline shutdowns since 2023, both nations aim to revive oil flows linked to strategic regional infrastructure projects.
Turkey’s National Technology Initiative supports nearly 100 startups annually to attend major global tech events, fostering investor engagement, partnerships, and market expansion. Applications for the 2025–2026 round are open until July 1.
The Net5.5G Pioneer Award ceremony at UBBF 2024 in Istanbul honored achievements in Net5.5G innovation, highlighting advancements in 400GE, SRv6, and network slicing. The award celebrated carriers driving digital transformation in the Arab and African regions, setting a milestone for network development.
Edge has signed a Cooperation Agreement with Baykar at SAHA Expo 2024 to integrate Edge’s guided munitions with Baykar’s UAS platforms. This partnership aims to enhance defense capabilities and market presence, ensuring swift responses to market demands while strengthening supply chain security for both companies.