Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
ADN Telecom has signed MoUs with South Korea’s PBS and CND Motors to collaborate on electric three-wheeler assembly, AI-based traffic management, and solar streetlight projects in Bangladesh. The partnerships will combine Korean technology with local execution to foster sustainability, job creation, and technological advancement.
du’s Envision 2025 highlighted AI’s central role in UAE’s digital transformation, projecting $320bn GDP impact by 2030. With five tech pillars and global partnerships, du is positioning itself as a digital enabler, aligning leadership, innovation, and infrastructure to build sustainable, AI-powered communities.
Oman has launched its first AI Zone in Al Seeb, Muscat, set to become a hub for AI and advanced technology start-ups. Backed by RO 100 million in investment, the project will create jobs, attract global innovators, and position Oman as a regional leader in digital transformation and future-ready industries.
Morocco’s government and CNDP signed an agreement to create a responsible AI platform and LLM framework tailored to local culture, language, and law. The initiative aims to provide secure and ethical AI tools while positioning Morocco as a leading digital innovator in Africa and beyond.
K2 Think sets a new standard for AI reasoning by delivering superior performance with compact architecture. At just 32 billion parameters, it rivals models twenty times larger, achieving top math benchmark scores and record-breaking inference speeds. Fully open source, it reflects the UAE’s leadership in pioneering transparent, collaborative, and efficient AI innovation.
Oman has launched its first AI Zone in Muscat to attract global start-ups and strengthen its position as a regional hub for artificial intelligence and advanced technologies. Backed by RO 100 million in initial investment, the project will drive innovation, create jobs, and expand Oman’s role in the global digital economy.
Healthtech startup 21Doctors has secured pre-seed funding from angel investors to scale its Arabic-first AI-powered medical infrastructure. Headquartered in Saudi Arabia, the Jordan-founded company will expand its technology and partnerships across the Gulf, aligning with Vision 2030 to accelerate healthcare digitization.
Cisco, NVIDIA, and VAST Data have unveiled a joint solution for enterprise AI infrastructure, designed to accelerate RAG pipelines, reduce latency, and power agentic AI at scale. The Secure AI Factory with NVIDIA and VAST InsightEngine enables enterprises to transform raw data into AI-ready insights with built-in security and governance.
The AI Academy has launched early applications for the Middle East’s first Chief AI Officer Executive Program. Backed by ADSM and Polynome, and supported by NVIDIA, the program begins November 16, offering advanced modules, global exposure, and execution-ready strategies to shape AI leadership across the UAE and MENA region.
AI is revolutionizing healthcare by improving diagnostic accuracy, efficiency, and access worldwide. From radiology imaging to genomic analysis, AI enables precision medicine, early disease detection, and personalized treatment. While ethical challenges persist, responsible adoption can deliver patient-centered care, transforming healthcare systems and saving millions of lives.