Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
The UAE Child Digital Safety Law introduces a comprehensive framework regulating digital platforms and ISPs to protect minors online, with strict requirements on age verification, data protection, content controls, and parental safeguards. The law applies broadly, including to platforms targeting UAE users from abroad, and signals stronger regulatory oversight of child digital safety.
The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security has implemented 15 projects under the Zero Bureaucracy Government Program to deliver proactive, integrated, and AI-enabled services. The initiatives streamline procedures, reduce duplication, and enhance customer experience across identity, residency, investment, travel, and border services.
Orange Jordan closed 2025 with major advances in network expansion, digital services, data centers, financial inclusion, and skills development, reinforcing its role as a responsible digital leader supporting Jordan’s digital transformation through innovation, sustainability, and strong community engagement.
The UAE Cyber Security Council has warned that illegal streaming and downloads pose serious cyber risks, including malware infections, data theft, and fraud. Through its Cyber Pulse campaign, the Council urged users to rely on trusted platforms, noting that over one million devices were compromised through piracy sites, and stressed that individual cyber awareness is key to digital safety.
In 2025, the UAE expanded its space infrastructure through new satellite launches, lunar missions, and international partnerships. From communications and Earth observation satellites to Mars and Moon exploration initiatives, the country continues to strengthen its role in global space research and technology development.
du has partnered with Huawei to deploy the UAE’s first customised multi-band indoor 5G solution, integrating 3G, 4G, and 5G into a single unit. The initiative enhances indoor coverage, reduces power and space requirements, and supports du’s 5G-Advanced roadmap and sustainability goals.
e& UAE has become the first operator in the region to deploy 4-Carrier Aggregation on a live 5.5G network, combining FDD and TDD spectrum to deliver consistent multi-gigabit speeds. The milestone strengthens network capacity, improves real-world performance, and accelerates mass adoption of 5G-Advanced services across the UAE.
Yango Ads has launched CPI Plus campaigns in the UAE, offering machine-learning-driven app install optimisation with pay-per-install pricing and full-funnel analytics. The solution supports scalable, predictable mobile user acquisition as the UAE’s mobile-first digital economy continues to expand.
Clicktap Digital has strengthened its digital marketing offerings by integrating AI-driven tools across its services. The Dubai-based agency uses predictive analytics, personalization, and automated performance marketing to help UAE businesses optimize growth, improve customer engagement, and stay competitive as the emirate positions itself as a global AI hub.
The UAE is projected to add more than one million workers by 2030, driven by rapid AI adoption, digital transformation, and economic growth. The report highlights strong demand for technology roles and emphasizes upskilling as key to ensuring AI-driven expansion translates into sustainable job creation.