Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
DOHA, Qatar, July 8, 2025 — Syntys, a multi-country digital infrastructure provider across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), announced today its key role in…
Dubai, United Arab Emirates – July 09, 2025 – Endava plc (NYSE: DAVA), a leading next-generation technology services provider, has…
Naim Yazbeck, who served as General Manager, UAE since 2022, now taking on the leadership role for MEA region July…
SAN FRANCISCO & TAIPEI, Taiwan–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Advantech, a global leader in industrial edge computing, and mimik, a leader in edge-native…
Flydubai and UAE tech firm Emaratech have partnered to introduce AI-powered smart biometric gates at flydubai’s Airport Operations Centre, streamlining immigration for pilots and cabin crew. This paperless, secure system enhances operational efficiency, reduces wait times, and supports the airline’s commitment to innovation and future-ready aviation solutions.
Futurity inaugurates Sri Lanka’s first AI-focused R&D centre in Colombo, enhancing local innovation and client delivery. The centre strengthens operational agility, supports growing AI demand, invests in talent, and lays groundwork for regional and global expansion.
Qatar now enjoys nationwide access to Starlink satellite internet, enhancing connectivity for consumers, businesses, and aviation passengers, and positioning the country as a Middle Eastern digital pioneer.
Qatar’s National Cyber Security Agency won the WSIS 2025 Prize for its Cybersecurity Curriculum Project, highlighting its success in raising digital ethics and safety awareness across schools, parents, and teachers. The project supports Qatar’s vision to build a cyber safe society and become a global cybersecurity leader.
Saudi Arabia leads globally in mobile shopping with two-thirds of purchases via smartphones but faces high payment failures and friction, despite advanced infrastructure under Vision 2030. The kingdom’s digital payment adoption is strong, yet user experience issues reveal gaps needing urgent attention for seamless cashless transition.
Pakistan has launched Data Vault, its first AI-focused and fully solar-powered data centre, offering secure, compliant, and green infrastructure for AI innovation. It supports startups, researchers, and government with GPU services, local AI models, and talent development aligned with the government’s digital economy goals.