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 Swiss Key platform was officially launched to connect Jordanian alumni of Swiss institutions, providing a space for collaboration, career growth, and cultural exchange, while strengthening the Swiss-Jordanian relationship through people-to-people connections.
BAN’s new digital platform aims to streamline the early-stage investment process by centralizing deal sourcing, improving accessibility, and creating more opportunities for cross-border investments. The platform will help both investors and startups navigate the funding process more easily, while boosting Bangladesh’s growing startup ecosystem.
This partnership between Robi and Meta offers Bangladesh users a more enriching social media experience, even without a data balance. While video streaming remains limited, the feature ensures access to vital connectivity and information, contributing to digital inclusion in the country.
Sobha Realty has launched the ONE Sobha App to streamline property management and enhance customer engagement. The app offers features such as real-time project updates, amenity booking, and multilingual support, solidifying Sobha’s commitment to innovation and luxury living.
Zoho has partnered with Gulf University for Science and Technology to integrate its digital tools into business courses, providing GUST students with practical experience in finance, HR, IT, and business management, ensuring they are prepared for the digital economy.
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has partnered with Dhofar Insurance in Oman to implement TCS BaNCSTM for Insurance, accelerating the company’s digital transformation. The solution will modernize DIC’s insurance platform, enhancing customer experiences and operational agility while supporting new product rollouts, contributing to the company’s long-term growth strategy.
Gulf Business Solutions (GBS) has partnered with Huawei Cloud to offer secure, scalable cloud services in Saudi Arabia, supporting Vision 2030’s digital transformation. The collaboration will expand GBS’s cloud portfolio, helping public and private sector clients modernize IT infrastructure and drive digital change across various industries.
Saudi Arabia and UNCTAD have signed an agreement to enhance the Kingdom’s e-commerce and digital economy policies. The collaboration includes a survey to assess the current situation and align data with international standards. Saudi Arabia is investing $1.4 million to support e-commerce measurement and drive global competitiveness.
GCC information ministers launched the pilot version of a unified mobile app, designed to integrate news services from GCC member states. The app offers access to official news, livestreams, photo-video content, and updates from news agencies, aiming to enhance media accessibility, digital transformation, and regional collaboration.
Egypt is undergoing a digital transformation in its health insurance sector, enhancing efficiency, transparency, and workforce productivity. Key collaborations and the Universal Health Insurance System (UHIS) aim to optimize healthcare access and resource allocation. While challenges remain, digitalization promises significant economic benefits and resilience in Egypt’s healthcare system.