Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority has launched the Advanced Pathways Program in Artificial Intelligence, aimed at training 500 specialists over five weeks. The program focuses on key AI topics and will feature training from experts at DeepLearning.AI and Stanford University, enhancing national capabilities in AI.
Verofax, a leading provider of innovative customer service solutions, has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with…
Tech Mahindra has launched a Centre of Excellence (CoE) powered by NVIDIA platforms to advance sovereign large language models (LLMs), agentic AI, and physical AI. The CoE will support customized AI applications and has introduced Project Indus 2.0, focusing on enhancing Hindi and regional dialect conversations.
SandboxAQ plans to leverage large quantitative AI models (LQMs) to enhance the UAE’s economic capabilities in sectors like biotechnology, finance, and energy. The company emphasizes the potential for LQMs to create intellectual property, improve patient outcomes, and support the UAE’s digital transformation goals.
Saudi Arabia is set to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) to drive economic transformation as it moves away from oil dependency. With AI expected to contribute 12% to the GDP by 2030, the Kingdom is investing in digital infrastructure and training to enhance productivity and create job opportunities.
Astra Tech announces a strategic partnership with the World Economic Forum to propel global digital transformation. This collaboration highlights the UAE’s role in advancing AI and fintech, aligning with the global agenda for ethical technological development.
The partnership will leverage AI and big data to address challenges in smart cities, energy, climate, and other key areas.
The UAE showcased its leadership in digital city innovation at GITEX GLOBAL 2024, featuring groundbreaking technologies like a scannable robot and sea drone boat. The event attracted over 6,500 exhibitors and 200,000 visitors, reinforcing Dubai’s status as a global tech hub.
e& UAE has launched a multi-year technology transformation program in collaboration with ServiceNow and Quintica to modernize its technology infrastructure. This initiative focuses on utilizing AI automation and predictive analytics to enhance customer experiences, improve service reliability, and ensure agility in meeting the evolving demands of the telecommunications sector.
The United Arab Emirates University has launched its Artificial Intelligence Agenda for 2025-2031, aimed at enhancing academic and research programs. This initiative aligns with the UAE’s national AI strategy, focusing on equipping future generations with essential technological skills and establishing the university as a leader in AI integration.