Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Al Mudhaibi Industrial City in Oman secured four new investment projects in H1 2025, showcasing its growing appeal as a manufacturing hub. The development aligns with Vision 2040 goals to diversify the economy, attract private-sector investors, and generate employment through industrial expansion.
Ooredoo and Tamimah Telecom have launched ERSAL, a unified platform consolidating messaging, email, voice, video, and social media into one secure system. Designed to boost customer engagement and efficiency, ERSAL supports automation, AI, and real-time insights, aligning with Oman’s digital transformation agenda.
Vodafone Oman and Software Group have partnered to deliver advanced digital financial services in support of Oman’s Vision 2040. The collaboration will enable mobile wallets, digital lending, and integrated platforms to expand financial inclusion, empower underserved communities, and accelerate the Sultanate’s transition to a sustainable digital economy.
Moroccan leaders at Regional Cyber Week emphasized that cybersecurity underpins digital sovereignty, economic growth, and citizen trust. Officials highlighted rising regional threats, including a 236% increase in DDoS attacks, and urged international cooperation. The event focuses on building cyber-resilience to secure sustainable digital and economic transformation.
Cash Plus and PayPal have launched Morocco’s first digital withdrawal service, allowing PayPal users to instantly access funds in dirhams via the Cash Plus Mobile app. The partnership supports Morocco’s financial inclusion goals and growing digital economy while empowering freelancers and businesses with a secure, branch-free solution.
Morocco and Mistral AI signed an MoU to develop AI talent, support startups, and promote responsible AI adoption, with plans to establish a future R&D center. The partnership will accelerate Morocco’s digital transformation and strengthen its role as a regional AI hub while boosting Mistral AI’s global standing.
Warba Bank hosted executives from Keeta to showcase its advanced banking and digital innovation capabilities. The visit explored future collaboration in digital financial solutions, reinforcing Warba’s role in supporting startups, enhancing consumer services, and advancing Kuwait’s digital economy in line with its vision, “Let’s Own Tomorrow.”
Kuwait is introducing a unified regulatory framework for its delivery sector to enhance transparency and consumer protection, while the Ministry of Interior drives digital transformation through Sahel e-services, biometric security, and AI-enabled monitoring. These initiatives support New Kuwait 2035 by improving efficiency, safety, and the country’s role as a regional hub.
MiroTech Group has partnered with SolarWinds as an official reseller and service provider in Iraq and Kurdistan. The deal enables MiroTech to deliver IT monitoring, performance, and cybersecurity solutions amid rising demand for digital infrastructure and government-led transformation initiatives in the country.
inDrive has launched its ride-hailing app in Riyadh, its second city in Saudi Arabia. Known for fare negotiation, the platform lets riders and drivers agree on trip prices. With service fees up to three times lower than industry norms, inDrive is positioning itself as a competitive alternative.