Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Lenovo has appointed a new Saudi leadership team and confirmed its RHQ in Riyadh’s Al Majdoul Tower. Backed by its partnership with ALAT and a new 200,000 sqm manufacturing site, Lenovo will drive growth in line with Vision 2030, with initiatives projected to add USD 10 billion to non-oil GDP by 2030.
Turner & Townsend will manage project and cost services for du’s new 20,000 sqm hyperscale data centre in Dubai. The high-tech, LEED Gold-targeted facility will boost cloud and AI infrastructure, reinforcing the UAE’s position as a leading global hub for digital innovation.
Coraly.ai has raised $2M in pre-seed funding led by Salica Oryx Fund to expand its AI-powered real estate automation platform. The Dubai startup plans to grow in Saudi Arabia, launch pilots in France and the US, and deepen AI capabilities to help agents cut time and close deals faster.
Dubai Municipality has launched the Eltizam app, enabling judicial officers to record and enforce public cleanliness violations. Covering issues from littering to illegal barbecues, the initiative combines technology and civic responsibility to support Dubai’s ambition of being the cleanest and most sustainable city globally.
Abu Dhabi’s Zero Two has invested in Singapore-based Evolution Data Centres, joining Warburg Pincus as co-controller. The deal marks Zero Two’s first move into Southeast Asia, backing the rollout of hyperscale-ready, renewable-powered data centres in Thailand, the Philippines, and Vietnam.
Sama X, Starlink’s authorised reseller, is expanding satellite-powered internet across MENA, India, and Pakistan. Its hybrid LEO solutions bring low-latency, high-speed connectivity to underserved regions, enabling healthcare, education, logistics, and agriculture, while driving future-ready applications in AI, cloud, and autonomous systems.
Egypt’s ICT sector is expanding rapidly, with 83 electronics design firms, 260 outsourcing centres, and strong start-up investment. President El-Sisi has directed investment in 5G, AI, and advanced training to build skilled talent and sustain Egypt’s role as a regional technology leader.
Crowd Analyzer’s latest report shows distrust is slowing e-commerce in Egypt, with 41% of reviews negative and only 38% satisfied with product quality. Fears of fraud, poor return policies, and weak regulations contrast sharply with Saudi Arabia and the UAE, where consumer trust drives market growth.
Telecom Egypt reported 33% YoY revenue growth to EGP 50.6bn in H1 2025, with Data up 47% and International Calls up 50%. EBITDA rose 43% to EGP 22.1bn, while normalized net profit jumped 50% to EGP 10.3bn. Strong cash flow, lower debt, and 5G rollout underscore solid momentum.
Kalaam Telecom Group is marking the one-year anniversary of the Kalaam Iraq Transit route, developed with ITPC. The route has become a critical terrestrial link between the GCC and Europe, boosting resilience, reducing latency, and diversifying international connectivity for regional carriers and enterprises.