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
Iran’s TIC, Omantel, and Pishgaman have partnered to create a data transit corridor between Iran and Oman. This collaboration aims to increase data capacity to 4.5 Gbps, enhance international connectivity, and position Iran as a regional data hub, reducing data transfer costs and time between Asia, the Middle East, and Europe.
Dubai Future Foundation and IBM have partnered to position Dubai as a global AI hub. The collaboration supports the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33) and the Dubai Universal Blueprint for AI, aiming to accelerate AI adoption and technological development. It includes establishing an AI innovation center and participating in Dubai AI Week.
The DXB Female Founders event series, sponsored by Google Cloud, aims to empower women entrepreneurs in the UAE. Hosted at Google Cloud’s Dubai office, the series offers workshops, expert sessions, and mentorship to support women in scaling their businesses and achieving success in a competitive landscape.
Merak Capital has partnered with Microsoft to support gaming startups in Saudi Arabia, leveraging Microsoft’s resources, including Azure cloud and advanced tools. This collaboration aims to accelerate innovation, provide mentorship, and expand global market access. The partnership aligns with Saudi Vision 2030, fostering growth in the gaming industry.
Diriyah Company has partnered with IBM to implement the IBM Maximo Application Suite for asset management in its City of Earth project. The collaboration leverages AI-powered solutions for predictive maintenance and real-time monitoring to enhance performance, sustainability, and operational efficiency, positioning Diriyah as a smart city leader.
The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) in Oman plans extensive field visits in 2025 to assess key performance indicators in telecommunications. These visits will cover various locations, including tourist destinations, highways, and airports. Results will be published online to ensure transparency and improve telecom services in the country.
Orange Egypt launched the Artificial Intelligence Hackathon 2025 at its Smart Village headquarters, bringing together top tech talent from Egypt’s leading universities. The event challenged students to develop AI-driven solutions for real-world problems, with winners receiving cash prizes and opportunities for further development in the digital field.
Dubai Municipality has launched a pioneering urban development report at the World Governments Summit 2025, offering strategies for sustainable city planning. The report introduces the C3P3 framework and highlights Dubai’s Urban Plan 2040, focusing on livability, resilience, and environmental sustainability to create future-ready, smart cities.
Dubai, UAE; 11 February 2025: Group-IB, a leading creator of cybersecurity technologies toinvestigate, prevent, and fight digital crime, has released…
Etihad Salam Telecom Company and ServiceNow have partnered at LEAP 2025 to offer SMEs tailored digital solutions. The collaboration combines Etihad Salam’s connectivity services with ServiceNow’s expertise in automating business processes, aiming to optimize operations, reduce disruptions, and provide rapid, flexible deployment to help SMEs thrive.