Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
SLIIT successfully hosted CODEFEST 2024, Sri Lanka’s leading national software competition, with over 4,000 participants from schools and universities. The event showcased coding talent across 12 categories and awarded over one million rupees in prizes. CODEFEST continues to drive innovation and nurture tech talent, aligning with Sri Lanka’s Vision 2030.
Web Summit Qatar 2025 gathered over 25,000 attendees, 1,500 startups, and 700 investors, marking the largest tech event in the Middle East. Influential speakers like Paddy Cosgrave, Will Smith, and Alexander Wang participated, positioning Doha as a key global innovation hub and fostering collaborations in technology and entrepreneurship.
Dubai AI Week 2025, held from April 21-25, will bring together global leaders, innovators, and experts to explore AI’s transformative impact on government services, economic growth, and society. The event will feature high-profile summits, hackathons, and global competitions, solidifying Dubai’s position as a global AI hub.
GITEX AFRICA Morocco 2025 will showcase the latest in AI, innovation, and digital transformation. With over 45,000 visitors, 1,450 exhibitors, and key global tech partners, the event aims to drive Africa’s digital future. It also highlights the growth of Africa’s startup ecosystem and fosters international investment opportunities.
The marketing world is shifting from third-party cookies to AI-driven, privacy-first technologies. Google’s Privacy Sandbox, Apple’s App Tracking Transparency, and Meta’s losses reflect this transformation. Brands like Netflix, Sephora, and Spotify are leading the way with personalized AI experiences. Emerging tech includes biometric logins, emotional AI, and predictive interfaces.
The Bahrain Smart Cities Summit 2025, held from April 15–16, will focus on sustainable urban development, AI, and smart technologies. Key discussions will cover topics like IoT, fintech, smart mobility, and heritage preservation. The event will also feature an interactive exhibition and award innovative smart city initiatives.
Africa’s first global AI summit outlined a vision to generate $2.9 trillion by 2030, create half a million jobs annually, and uplift over 11 million people from poverty. Discussions focused on AI’s potential in health, education, and agriculture, while emphasizing infrastructure development and linguistic inclusion in AI systems.
GITEX Africa Morocco 2025, under the patronage of King Mohammed VI, will be held in Marrakech from April 14–16. This leading event will focus on Africa’s digital transformation, featuring key industry summits, government collaboration, and global partnerships. It aims to position Africa as a major player in the global tech ecosystem.
The second Freelancers Forum in Egypt, organized by the Ministry of Communications, focused on empowering youth in the digital economy. Government leaders discussed initiatives to improve digital skills, internet infrastructure, and tax reforms to support freelancers. Key topics included training, workspace access, and simplified tax procedures for small businesses.
The SAMENA Telecommunications Council has announced that its Leaders’ Summit 2025 will be held on May 26th in Dubai, bringing…