Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
stc is leveraging AI-powered 5G technology and advanced digital infrastructure to deliver a seamless and high-performance experience at the 2025 Esports World Cup, reinforcing its leadership in Saudi Arabia’s esports ecosystem.
Ooredoo’s launch of AI cloud services powered by NVIDIA GPUs delivers high-performance, secure, and locally hosted AI infrastructure in Qatar, accelerating AI adoption across key industries and supporting national digital transformation goals.
Driven | Forbes Global Properties inaugurates its largest real estate office in Downtown Dubai, reinforcing its leadership in the luxury property sector amid Dubai’s emergence as a global tier-1 city.
AI is at the heart of Middle East national strategies, driving transformation across energy, manufacturing, tourism, and healthcare. With bold government targets and integrated tech ecosystems, the region is poised to lead global AI innovation by 2030.
Ericsson has launched its new regional headquarters in Riyadh, deepening its commitment to Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 by fostering innovation, collaboration, and advanced digital infrastructure. The company continues to strengthen partnerships with key Saudi telecom operators and research institutions to drive technological leadership in the Middle East and Africa.
Blacknut has teamed up with Radian Arc, GCG.games, and Asiacell to launch its cloud gaming platform in Iraq, leveraging local telecom infrastructure and GPU technology to provide high-performance gaming experiences to over 19 million Asiacell subscribers.
MTN Nigeria launched the first phase of its $235 million Dabengwa Sifiso Data Centre in Lagos, featuring a Tier III facility and a new cloud service with local pricing and low latency. The company aims to expand capacity in a future phase, positioning itself competitively in West Africa’s cloud market.
Ghanaian telecom operators have increased data allocations by 10%-15% at no extra cost following government directives aimed at boosting digital inclusion and affordability. The initiative, supported by the Ministry of Communications, received positive feedback from consumers and advocacy groups.
From generous early incentives to becoming a globally connected accelerator, Hub71 has transformed Abu Dhabi’s tech landscape, fostering innovation across digital assets, AI, and climate tech. With strong regulatory support and investment, it is poised to join the world’s leading tech ecosystems.
TikTok’s UAE launch of ‘Family Academy’ offers families enhanced digital safety tools and guidance, reinforcing responsible online behavior. With new parental controls, privacy settings, and wellbeing features like Wind Down Mode, TikTok strengthens its commitment to protecting young users and fostering healthy digital habits.