Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
MBZUAI has welcomed its largest and most diverse cohort, including inaugural computer science and robotics students. With over 4,800 applicants and a 5% admission rate, the university continues to grow in global recognition, offering advanced AI education and research opportunities. The institution also celebrates its fifth anniversary and introduces new departments.
Huawei has launched AI initiatives to support Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, focusing on digital transformation and economic diversification. At the Huawei Cloud Summit in Riyadh, the company highlighted its advanced AI technologies and noted a tenfold increase in public cloud revenue in Saudi Arabia in 2023.
Saudi Arabia has launched the Digital Future Readiness Program, aiming to train 7,000 residents in generative AI. Led by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology and Noon Education, the initiative seeks to strengthen the nation’s AI talent pool, supporting Saudi Arabia’s goal of becoming a global leader in AI innovation and education.