Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
World Summit AI (WSAI) is set to debut in the MENA region on December 10-11, 2024, in Doha, Qatar. Organized by InspiredMinds and supported by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, the summit will focus on AI advancements, human-AI convergence, and Qatar’s National AI Strategy under the theme “Putting Humanity at the Heart of AI.”
SLT-Mobitel is set to host Sri Lanka’s first-ever TM Forum event, TelcoNEXT, on October 29, 2024. The gathering will bring together telecom leaders and experts to discuss digital innovation, challenges, and strategies for growth. The event aims to strengthen collaboration within the industry and enhance Sri Lanka’s digital economy.
The RAK Digital Assets Oasis (RAK DAO) Conference 2024 highlighted the importance of technological innovation in establishing Ras Al Khaimah as a global blockchain hub. The event unveiled the DAO Association Regime (DARe) to support decentralized organizations and featured discussions on the future of digital assets and regulatory frameworks.
At GITEX 2024, AAIOT announced strategic partnerships with Oracle and RIT to foster the adoption of AI and IoT in Kuwait, supporting the country’s Vision 2035. These collaborations will enhance Kuwait’s digital infrastructure and train local talent to spearhead technological advancements in various sectors.
The conference highlights Oman’s commitment to AI adoption and its National Programme for AI and Advanced Digital Technologies.
The sponsorship reinforces the existing partnership between Orange Jordan and the University of Jordan, highlighting their shared commitment to youth empowerment.
The event will highlight SAP’s AI capabilities, including its generative AI copilot Joule, and demonstrate how AI can drive business innovation.
The UAE showcased its leadership in digital city innovation at GITEX GLOBAL 2024, featuring groundbreaking technologies like a scannable robot and sea drone boat. The event attracted over 6,500 exhibitors and 200,000 visitors, reinforcing Dubai’s status as a global tech hub.
Sabre Corporation recently hosted a Technology Day in Jeddah, showcasing innovations for Saudi Arabia’s travel industry. The event emphasized Sabre’s commitment to the region and featured demonstrations of cutting-edge travel technologies designed to enhance customer experiences. Partnerships with local airlines further reinforce Sabre’s dedication to driving industry innovation.
Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has partnered with China Mobile International (CMI) to enhance global connectivity through resource sharing. This collaboration, announced at GITEX 2024, enables PTCL’s extensive fibre network and CMI’s international presence to deliver seamless services, driving digital growth in Pakistan and beyond.