Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Algeria will soon open Africa’s largest tech R&D center to advance AI, innovation, and start-up growth. Supported by Algeria Venture and key ministries, the center will foster global partnerships, nurture young researchers, and strengthen Algeria’s role as a regional hub for digital transformation.
Saudi Arabia’s GO Telecommunications Group has launched its first AI Hub in Islamabad to strengthen Saudi-Pakistan cooperation in artificial intelligence and digital innovation. The initiative will enable Pakistani freelancers to work remotely with Saudi firms and pave the way for major data and cybersecurity investments.
Beyon has officially launched “Umniah by Beyon” in Jordan, marking a major step in its strategy to unify its telecommunications brands under a single identity and reinforce its position as a diversified global technology group.
Comarch and Systems Limited – Middle East & Africa (Techvista Systems) have partnered to deliver AI, cloud, and digital enterprise solutions across the Middle East. The alliance, signed at GITEX 2025, combines both companies’ expertise to provide end-to-end, AI-driven transformation services for enterprises and telecom operators.
Presight and Khazna have signed an MoU to deploy an AI-powered facility management platform across 30 UAE data centres. The system will enhance efficiency, predict maintenance needs, and integrate with G42’s Intelligence Grid, positioning the UAE at the forefront of autonomous data centre innovation.
Turkey’s latest 5G auction generated $3.534 billion including VAT, surpassing revenue expectations. Turkcell, Türk Telekom, and Vodafone secured key 700MHz and 3.5GHz frequencies, paving the way for 5G rollout starting April 2026. The tender also extended 2G and 3G authorizations until 2042.
Space42 has signed MoUs with e& UAE and South Korea’s A2Z to strengthen the UAE’s autonomous mobility ecosystem. The partnerships will drive V2X deployment, Level-4 autonomy, and innovation hubs in Abu Dhabi, reinforcing the UAE’s position as a leader in intelligent and connected transportation.
AWS and e& have launched the “AI Nation – Afaaq” programme to train 30,000 people in AI and cloud computing in the UAE. Supported by $1 billion in strategic investment, the initiative offers free certifications, live coaching, and access to AWS’s global learning tools — strengthening the nation’s AI talent pool and digital transformation goals.
AMD and UAE-based Kerno have launched a “Made in the Emirates” initiative to co-develop AMD-powered AI and cloud infrastructure solutions locally. The collaboration will establish a testing lab and potentially an AI competency center in the UAE, reinforcing the country’s role as a regional hub for advanced computing and enterprise innovation.
TRA Bahrain has opened public consultations on a proposal to authorise Direct-to-Device (D2D) satellite services, allowing mobile phones to connect directly to satellites in remote areas. The move aims to enhance national connectivity, safety, and economic resilience, positioning Bahrain as a global leader in digital innovation and communication infrastructure.