Saudi Arabia is accelerating its shift toward data-driven decision-making with the $100 billion Project Transcendence. The Smart Data & AI Summit, set for May 2025, will connect over 500 professionals, showcasing the Kingdom’s growing leadership in data, AI, and digital innovation, and solidifying its place as a global powerhouse.
Web Summit Qatar 2025 will bring over 20,000 attendees to Doha from February 23-26, featuring industry leaders, 1,200+ startups, and sessions on AI, fintech, and digital transformation. The event promises to be a hub for innovation, networking, and collaboration with over 300 global speakers and top investors.
The UAE panel discussion highlighted AI’s role in driving innovation, featuring experts from Aqdar, WAM, and other institutions. Topics included AI’s economic impact, sector transformations, and the need for regulations to balance AI innovation with human values. The event emphasized AI’s potential while preserving cultural identity and natural intelligence.
KoçSistem participated in LEAP 2025 and expanded its presence in the Middle East with a new office in Riyadh. The company showcased its advanced technology solutions and signed a strategic partnership with ACES for the Pixage digital publishing solution, strengthening its regional competitiveness and export capabilities.
Microsoft’s AI Tour arrived in Cairo to demonstrate AI’s impact on Egypt’s digital transformation. The event, coinciding with Microsoft’s 30th anniversary in Egypt, showcased AI’s role in enhancing productivity and public services. It aligns with Egypt’s AI Strategy (2025-2030) and highlights Microsoft’s commitment to fostering innovation across sectors.
Ericsson highlighted its innovative technologies at LEAP 2025, showcasing 5G, AI, and network solutions in line with Saudi Vision 2030. The company introduced a 5G-powered robot for industrial automation and reinforced its long-term partnerships in Saudi Arabia and Bahrain, including a collaboration with Batelco to enhance mobile network capabilities.
The LEAP25 conference in Riyadh concluded with over $14.9 billion in investments, cementing Saudi Arabia’s role as a global leader in AI, technology, and digital economy innovation. With dynamic interactions between startups and investors, the event showcased the Kingdom’s commitment to Vision 2030 and rapid progress in digital transformation.
The Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) will hold its fourth General Assembly in Jordan on February 19, 2025. The event will focus on strengthening digital cooperation, promoting innovation, and overcoming challenges in the digital economy. It will include the Digital Prosperity Awards and the inaugural International Digital Cooperation Forum.
Algeria showcased its growing entrepreneurial ecosystem at the LEAP 2025 Tech Conference in Riyadh through Algeria Venture, featuring startups in sectors like AI, energy, and e-commerce. The initiative highlights Algeria’s commitment to innovation, supports networking with global investors, and aims to position the country as a leading innovation hub.
Orange Egypt launched the Artificial Intelligence Hackathon 2025 at its Smart Village headquarters, bringing together top tech talent from Egypt’s leading universities. The event challenged students to develop AI-driven solutions for real-world problems, with winners receiving cash prizes and opportunities for further development in the digital field.
