Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Morocco’s Deputy Minister emphasized the urgent need to integrate AI into national strategies to protect sovereignty and promote social equity. Speaking at the inaugural National AI Conference, she urged the public sector to adapt and lead AI adoption aligned with Morocco’s Digital 2030 vision, reinforcing the country’s role in shaping Africa’s technological future.
Ejada Systems and Huawei have partnered to develop tailored AI solutions for Saudi Arabia’s finance, government, and healthcare sectors, aligning with Vision 2030 and advancing the nation’s digital infrastructure and innovation.
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia committed to deepening tech collaboration, launching a major semiconductor training program and exploring AI partnerships. Pakistan’s economic recovery supports this digital transformation agenda.
AgriCash, an Egyptian agri-fintech startup, raised seed funding led by Alex Angels to expand its AI-driven platform, enhance farmer financing, and enter new markets. The startup’s innovative BNPL model and digital tools aim to transform agricultural finance and support over 1,500 active farmers, with plans for further growth and ecosystem development.
Rezaul Karim Arif from Bangladesh won the global AI Showdown Hackathon with PixelFlow, an AI-powered infinite mood-boarding app. Built in 24 hours, PixelFlow stands out for simplicity and powerful AI features. Rezaul plans to scale it independently and inspire others in Bangladesh to explore AI innovation.
Sri Lanka is pursuing a fivefold growth in its digital economy by 2029, anchored by a comprehensive AI-first strategy that promotes economic growth, inclusion, and governance. The national AI policy and infrastructure aim to embed AI in public services and critical sectors, ensuring responsible use supported by trust and legislative frameworks.
Qatar’s technology acceleration, driven by AI adoption and robust government investment, has propelled its innovation rankings and digital economy growth. With strong leadership embracing GenAI, quantum computing, and industry collaboration, Qatar is building a resilient, diversified economy aligned with its 2030 vision.
AIS Business launched Thailand’s first locally operated hyperscale cloud, powered by Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, designed for AI workloads with data sovereignty and localized billing. It also introduced a NaaS platform for flexible enterprise network management.
Superintelligent AI could arrive soon, offering the Middle East transformative opportunities in governance, education, science, and new industries. Saudi Arabia’s ambitious AI initiatives, including the Humain project and strategic partnerships, position the region to lead both in innovation and ethical governance amid this technological revolution.
Borouge and Honeywell are collaborating to develop AI-powered autonomous operations at Borouge’s UAE plant, pioneering the petrochemical industry’s first real-time AI control room. The initiative supports Borouge’s AIDT transformation goals to enhance efficiency, safety, and profitability at the world’s largest petrochemical site.