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 has achieved the Middle East’s first 6G pilot, with e& UAE and NYU Abu Dhabi recording 145 Gbps throughput. The test marks a leap in AI-driven, quantum-secure, and resilient network architecture for the nation’s digital future.
Bahrain’s TRA held the 18th SSCC meeting to strengthen spectrum strategy ahead of WRC-27, focusing on enabling 6G, satellite, and 5G private networks. The committee stressed innovation, security, and data sovereignty under Bahrain’s Vision 2030. Eng. Mariam Al Juman reaffirmed TRA’s commitment to world-class connectivity and future-ready digital transformation.
Verto’s UAE launch enables instant cross-border payments and transparent FX management for Gulf businesses trading with Africa and Asia, addressing long-standing inefficiencies in traditional banking systems.
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.
GITEX Global 2025 will unite 6,800 companies and 2,000 startups from 180 nations in Dubai, showcasing AI-driven breakthroughs across biotech, quantum, semiconductors, and data centres. With record global participation and expanding pavilions, the event cements the UAE’s position as the epicentre of global digital innovation.
Thriwe has launched its AI-powered concierge platform, Aina, in the UAE to revolutionize loyalty programs through intelligent, personalized engagement. The platform enhances customer experiences and operational efficiency, reinforcing the UAE’s role as a global innovation hub and Thriwe’s base for worldwide AI-led expansion.
The UAE Ministry of Education has rolled out a new online tuition payment system for expatriate students in government schools, replacing manual payments with a secure digital platform. The move enhances efficiency, transparency, and safety, alongside new pilot procedures to improve student dismissal systems.
The UAE has announced the launch of its first AI Centre of Excellence, a partnership between Lakeba Group, UOWD, DoxAI, and AqlanX. Backed by NextGen FDI, the Centre will focus on sovereign AI R&D, Arabic LLMs, talent incubation, and IP commercialization, positioning the UAE as a global leader in AI innovation.
Keeta, the global unit of China’s Meituan, will establish its UAE headquarters under a new deal with the Ministry of Investment, creating over 350 jobs and expanding e-commerce and AI-powered logistics. The plan includes drone deliveries, SME integration, and training programmes to support the UAE’s digital economy vision.
du has launched its 5G+ network in the UAE, based on 5G-Advanced, delivering up to 2x faster speeds than 5G. Supporting AI, AR, and UHD streaming, the network offers peak speeds of 5.4Gbps, enhanced reliability, and future-ready features like URLLC and mMTC for smart industries.