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.
The Saudi Ministry of Interior’s Security Oasis exhibition at the King Abdulaziz Camel Festival showcased the Kingdom’s security history and modern initiatives. Highlighting developments in AI, technology, and public safety, the event featured interactive experiences, military performances, and demonstrations, emphasizing the Kingdom’s efforts in enhancing safety and security services.
The event will bring together scientists, policymakers, and global partners to address critical international challenges and discuss the future of science.
Saudi Arabia and Oman are exploring new investment opportunities in sectors like health, education, and technology, strengthening bilateral economic ties. Recent meetings highlighted cooperation through private sector involvement and initiatives supporting Vision 2030 and Vision 2040, alongside growing trade and joint development projects in key sectors.
Ooredoo Business hosted an exclusive B2B event in Sohar, focused on empowering Oman’s SMEs with transformative digital solutions. The event showcased tailored ICT tools for businesses, offering cloud-based collaboration, advanced security, and marketing strategies. It also provided exclusive offers and exciting prizes, reinforcing Ooredoo’s commitment to driving digital growth.
The Saudi Skills National Competition launched its mobile robotics challenge in Al-Ahsa, gathering 40 talented young men and women from across the Kingdom. Participants from six educational institutions are competing for a chance to represent Saudi Arabia in regional and international competitions, enhancing their skills in various technical fields.
Al Jazeera Media Institute will host the second edition of the Artificial Intelligence in Media Conference on January 11-12, 2025. The conference will feature workshops and discussions on AI tools in journalism, including news verification, deepfake detection, and algorithmic bias. It will offer a platform to explore the future of AI in media.
