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 National Events Center is hosting the second EventTech meetup in Riyadh, focusing on AI, data science, and innovation to transform the events industry. The event fosters collaboration among tech professionals, entrepreneurs, and investors.
Huawei Qatar launched ‘Go Paint’, a digital art initiative blending traditional and modern techniques using MatePad devices, aiming to inspire student creativity. The program, praised by Qatar’s Ministry of Education, reflects Huawei’s commitment to integrating technology and education.
The University of Ibb concluded its 5th International Scientific Conference on smart technologies, gathering 550 researchers globally. The event emphasized practical application of innovations, digital infrastructure upgrades, and enhanced research in AI, cybersecurity, and renewable energy.
Saudi Arabia leads the Arab world in smart city investments and IoT market growth, with Riyadh hosting the Global Internet of Things Congress 2025. The event will highlight innovation and investment opportunities aligned with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 digital transformation agenda.
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.