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
Meta launched the Urdu version of Meta AI in partnership with Pakistan’s IT Ministry to promote inclusive digital transformation, AI literacy, and innovation under the Prime Minister’s Digital Nation Vision.
Squadio, a Saudi HRtech startup, raised $3M to expand its AI-driven global tech hiring platform across MENA, Africa, and Silicon Valley, reinforcing the Kingdom’s growing role in AI-enabled workforce innovation.
Kosovo’s President Vjosa Osmani called for stronger collaboration with Saudi Arabia in technology, AI, and education during the Future Investment Initiative in Riyadh, highlighting shared goals for innovation and economic transformation.
M42 has launched M42 Saudi Arabia to advance digital, precision, and preventive healthcare, expanding its regional health intelligence ecosystem and strengthening Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 healthcare transformation.
Airlink Communication will open Pakistan’s first Apple-authorized reseller store in Lahore by end-2025, expanding access to genuine Apple products and signaling stronger retail partnerships in Pakistan’s tech sector.
Zong has partnered with ICBC to deliver cloud, ICT, and secure connectivity solutions, advancing Pakistan’s financial digitalization and strengthening China–Pakistan tech collaboration under CPEC.
Thawani Pay became Oman’s first fintech licensed by Visa to issue credit cards, marking a major step in digital payments innovation and aligning with Oman Vision 2040’s financial inclusion goals.
Experts in Oman warn that while digital tools strengthen connectivity, families must balance screen use with cultural awareness to preserve traditional values and healthy communication.
Sohar International launched Oman’s first corporate mobile app with salary payment capability, empowering SMEs and corporates with full financial control via a secure, mobile-first platform aligned with Vision 2040.
GoRide Transfers, an Agadir-based startup, was honored by Technopark Morocco’s Tiwizi program for its AI-powered airport transfer platform now operating in 20 countries.