The Daily FT-CICRA Cybersecurity Summit 2025 highlighted the growing need for securing critical infrastructure against rising cyber threats. Experts from Google Cloud, Huawei, and MillenniumIT ESP emphasized the importance of localized defense strategies, AI-powered threat detection, and global collaboration in tackling cybersecurity challenges across sectors like telecom and finance.
Ras Al Khaimah will host the 2025 Stevie Awards ceremony on 22nd February, recognizing outstanding organizations from 13 nations in the MENA region. The event, under the patronage of Ras Al Khaimah Chamber of Commerce, will honor achievements in innovation, sustainability, customer service, and other key sectors.
du has partnered with the Global Government Cloud Forum to promote cloud adoption in the public sector. CEO Fahad Al Hassawi will deliver a keynote addressing how telcos can support cloud solutions in government and private sectors. The event aims to drive innovation and digital transformation in government institutions.
Orange Jordan sponsored an IoT event at PSUT, bridging the gap between academia and industry while promoting innovation in technology. The event featured expert talks and workshops on the latest IoT developments, providing students and professionals with a platform for collaboration and exploring new opportunities in the tech sector.
The World Future Energy Summit 2025 kicked off in Abu Dhabi, highlighting discussions on clean energy, sustainability, and innovation. Key topics included the role of women in decarbonisation, digital technologies for energy transition, and sustainable water management. The summit also showcased groundbreaking projects and strategic partnerships for a greener future.
Palm Hills has partnered with ievents, Tayarah, and DigiSay Group to launch the Content Player Awards (CPA), a groundbreaking initiative celebrating the creator economy. The event will feature interactive workshops at Badya, followed by a grand awards ceremony. CPA aims to empower content creators and foster innovation in the Arab world.
Startup Grind Qatar held its inaugural Tech Startup Community Awards to honor individuals and startups driving innovation in Qatar’s tech ecosystem. With over 150 nominations, the event celebrated achievements in various categories, highlighting the importance of collaboration and community in fostering entrepreneurship and technological growth.
Morocco is showcasing its technological innovation at the 2025 CES in Las Vegas. With a focus on autonomous mobility, digital services, and electronics, Morocco highlights its leadership in these sectors. The participation underscores the country’s commitment to sustainable development, international partnerships, and the growth of its tech ecosystem.
Jordan’s Minister of Education, Azmi Mahafza, emphasized the importance of inclusive, equitable, and quality education at the 14th ALECSO Conference. He highlighted Jordan’s commitment to SDG 4, digital education, AI integration, and teacher training to reshape education, focusing on the future of students and fostering innovation in classrooms.
Oman will host the largest ICANN annual meeting in 2025, focusing on global internet governance, policy development, and DNS management. The event will bring together government, private sector, civil society, and technical experts to enhance transparency and foster consensus. It will further solidify Oman’s role in global internet governance.
