Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
du has signed a strategic MoU with China Telecom Global to collaborate on advanced telecom and digital services in the UAE. The partnership will focus on AI-powered video services, connected cars, autonomous networks, and enhanced roaming and e-SIM solutions, supporting the UAE’s ambition to become a global smart nation and technology hub.
UAE telecom operator e& is piloting AE Coin, a dirham-backed stablecoin, for everyday payments such as bills, recharges, and digital services following a partnership with Al Maryah Community Bank. The initiative signals growing regulatory-backed adoption of stablecoins in the UAE’s consumer and financial ecosystems.
SaudiPedia has signed a cooperation agreement with the Museums Commission to enhance the digital documentation of Saudi museums. The partnership will develop reliable, multilingual content on museum history and collections, strengthen digital skills, and build an integrated knowledge base that highlights the cultural and educational role of museums across the Kingdom.
The Council of Europe participated in the AI-Forward Summit 2025 in Tunis, where Daniel Pap presented the AI Framework Convention and HUDERIA tool. The event enhanced regional dialogue on responsible AI governance, focusing on human rights, democratic values, and practical risk assessment approaches across the AI lifecycle.
Matarat Holding has signed an MoU with Idemia Public Security to explore biometric and digital identity solutions across Saudi Arabia’s airports. The collaboration aims to enhance passenger processing, strengthen security, and support digital transformation initiatives that improve efficiency and traveler experience across the Kingdom’s aviation infrastructure.
SentinelOne has partnered with Rilian Technologies to expand AI-driven, autonomous cybersecurity capabilities across the Middle East. The collaboration will support governments and critical industries with advanced security deployment, regulatory compliance, and local skills development, helping organizations move toward proactive and resilient cyber defense models.
World Summit AI–Qatar 2025 opened in Doha with global tech leaders, policymakers, and researchers, highlighting Qatar’s ambition to lead in responsible artificial intelligence. The summit showcased national initiatives such as Fanar 2.0 and GovAI, reinforcing the country’s role as a global hub for AI policy, innovation, and collaboration.
Qatar has launched Qai, a state-backed AI company supported by the Qatar Investment Authority, to build secure AI infrastructure and unify national AI efforts. The initiative aims to strengthen digital sovereignty, attract global partnerships, and position Qatar as a trusted regional and international hub for responsible artificial intelligence development.
Solix Technologies has partnered with Computer Arabia to support enterprise data modernization across Qatar. The collaboration will help organizations modernize legacy systems, strengthen governance and compliance, reduce infrastructure costs, and build AI-ready data platforms aligned with Qatar’s digital transformation priorities.
Systems Limited has announced a court-sanctioned merger to acquire Confiz, expanding its presence in North America and Europe and strengthening its capabilities in AI, cloud, and retail digital transformation. The share-swap deal is one of Pakistan’s largest tech mergers and reflects the growing global ambition of the country’s IT industry.