Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Egypt has launched Ai Everything MEA Egypt, setting the stage for the 2026 summit that will gather global AI leaders, startups, and investors. With a $42.7 billion AI target by 2030, Egypt is positioning Cairo as a regional innovation hub through its updated AI strategy, partnerships, and global collaborations.
South Korea and Egypt are expanding education cooperation through a $15 million digital project across 54 schools, focusing on ICT curricula, teacher training, and infrastructure. Alongside this, Korean language demand is rising in Egypt, with new institutes and plans for integration into the national curriculum.
South Korea and Egypt are expanding education cooperation through a $15 million digital project across 54 schools, focusing on ICT curricula, teacher training, and infrastructure. Alongside this, Korean language demand is rising in Egypt, with new institutes and plans for integration into the national curriculum.
Sanabil Accelerator by Orbit backed 11 startups across MENA, South Asia, and Hong Kong with $100,000 each, focusing on innovation in logistics, fintech, mobility, and more. The program supports Saudi Vision 2030, scaling solutions that address regional challenges while connecting founders to global markets and investment networks.
Bangladesh ranked 82nd in Surfshark’s Digital Quality of Life Index 2025, dropping six places from last year. While internet quality improved, affordability, e-government, e-infrastructure, and e-security remain challenges. The country trails India but stays ahead of Pakistan in South Asia’s digital competitiveness.
Algerian innovators dominated competitions at IATF-2025, with start-up Qareeb winning best technological innovation for its smart farming solution, while young entrepreneurs earned recognition in healthcare and women’s health projects. The results highlight Algeria’s growing role in Africa’s digital and entrepreneurial transformation.
Digital Parks Africa and iXAfrica have formed a strategic partnership to connect South Africa and Kenya with integrated data centre services, creating a pan-African digital backbone. The move simplifies multinational expansion, supports hyperscalers and enterprises, and strengthens Africa’s capacity for AI, cloud, and next-generation connectivity.
Du’s secondary share sale, valued at up to Dh3.39 billion, will raise its free float to 27.5 per cent and attract broader investor participation. Positioned as a defensive sector, UAE telecoms offer stable returns, while du’s focus on AI and digital services underscores its aggressive expansion strategy in a dynamic market.
K2 Think sets a new standard for AI reasoning by delivering superior performance with compact architecture. At just 32 billion parameters, it rivals models twenty times larger, achieving top math benchmark scores and record-breaking inference speeds. Fully open source, it reflects the UAE’s leadership in pioneering transparent, collaborative, and efficient AI innovation.
Oman’s Jinan Tech project has entered its implementation phase, constructing traditional, IoT-based, and hybrid greenhouse models to enhance sustainable farming. Led by Sultan Qaboos University with industry partners, the initiative will later provide training for farmers, students, and SMEs to maximize its nationwide impact.