SC Ventures, Standard Chartered’s innovation, fintech investment and ventures arm, and Yabx Technologies (Netherlands) B.V., a company of Tech Mahindra…
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A seasoned growth-stage investor, Amjad will be deploying the new fund, 500MENA, L.P., which will focus on early-growth stage companies….
Afrobarometer’s Summer School is an introductory-level analysis course that equips young African scholars with essential skills in research design, survey…
e& has partnered with DE-CIX to create a major interconnection hub in the UAE, connecting SmartHub IX data centers to DE-CIX’s global network. This collaboration aims to enhance the Middle East’s digital infrastructure, providing low-latency connectivity and boosting the region’s position as a key interconnection ecosystem.
The UAE and the World Economic Forum have launched the Global Regulatory Innovation Platform (GRIP) during the 2025 WEF Annual Meeting. GRIP aims to develop human-centered legislation to address technological advancements, foster international collaboration, and build a global network for regulatory innovation, positioning the UAE as a hub for legislative expertise.
SLASSCOM has partnered with Hexaware Technologies to enhance Sri Lanka’s IT sector. This strategic collaboration focuses on areas such as AI, IoT, and capacity building, aiming to position Sri Lanka as a global IT hub. Hexaware’s expertise will help foster innovation and skill development, driving sustainable growth in the tech industry.
SLT-MOBITEL has partnered with Echo System Digital Ventures to launch Playstreet, a premium gaming platform in Sri Lanka. Offering over 200 games, the platform provides an affordable and user-friendly gaming experience. It targets Sri Lankans aged 18-35 and features rewards for players, helping diversify SLT-MOBITEL’s digital services.
Saudi Arabia is transforming its industrial cities into smart cities as part of its national diversification plan. The country is embracing cutting-edge technologies like AI, robotics, and 3D printing to drive economic growth, enhance manufacturing efficiency, and establish itself as a regional hub for technological innovation and research.
Starlink has applied to establish ground stations in Pakistan to provide high-speed internet through its LEO satellite network. The company, registered under “Starlink Internet Services (Private) Limited,” is awaiting regulatory approval to expand broadband services in underserved areas, potentially revolutionizing internet access in the country.
