Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Oman launched the Future of the World of Work Forum to address evolving labour market challenges and develop strategies for workforce competitiveness aligned with Oman Vision 2040 and GCC goals.
Huawei presented 5G demos and VR experiences at Digital Bangladesh Mela 2020, emphasizing 5G’s role in digital transformation. The event showcased tech innovation and policy discussions to support Bangladesh’s digital vision.
Disrupt Asia 2025 will showcase Sri Lanka as a regional innovation hub, attracting global investors and fostering digital transformation. The event features top government officials, international leaders, and startups, strengthening Sri Lanka’s position in South Asia’s growing tech ecosystem.
Vodafone Qatar’s H1 2025 net profit rose 12.1% to QR329 million, driven by revenue growth and cost efficiency, with service revenue and subscriber base expanding alongside strong EBITDA and ROE performance.
Pakistan will host its first National Digital Summit on August 7, bringing together government and industry leaders to discuss digital transformation and telecom expansion. The summit supports Pakistan’s ambitions as a tech hub, backed by a large mobile user base, growing IT exports, and GSMA’s global involvement.
SciBlitz 1.0 underscores the growing spirit of innovation among Bangladesh’s young researchers and IEEE’s commitment to fostering technical excellence and peer collaboration in the country’s academic community.
Bangladesh’s Telecom and Digital Innovation Fair 2025 showcased 32 projects focused on commercializing creative tech solutions. Top winners included prosthetic EMG hand, e-commerce builder, bamboo telecom towers, and AI systems. Officials stressed innovation’s role in national development and data-driven impact.
SAP’s Innovation Day in Bahrain spotlighted data and AI transforming industries in line with Vision 2030. Features included Business Data Cloud, AI copilot Joule, and cloud ERP. Success stories from GPIC and BNET demonstrated operational gains, while sessions on RISE with SAP, SuccessFactors, and Analytics Cloud engaged attendees.
The Arab International Cybersecurity Conference resumes in Bahrain this November, spotlighting regional efforts to strengthen digital security and technological innovation.
Oman’s Ministry of Culture emphasizes the evolving role of libraries amid digital changes, highlighting their impact on education, AI, and sustainable development aligned with Oman Vision 2040.