Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
SAP showcased its Business AI and digital transformation solutions at the 11th eGovernment Forum in Kuwait, aligning with the country’s Vision 2035. Managing Director Sundus Boushehri emphasized the role of AI in enhancing government operations, while SAP also reinforced its commitment to developing digital skills through partnerships with local educational institutions.
Koelnmesse and dmg events have partnered to launch the inaugural International Hardware Fair Saudi Arabia in Riyadh, scheduled for June 2025. This trade fair will connect global and local hardware industry players, enabling access to the fast-growing Saudi market and fostering strategic business relationships across the Middle East.
Omantel hosted its Technology Summit under the theme ‘TechXelerate,’ gathering officials and decision-makers to showcase innovations in telecom and ICT solutions. The summit featured a keynote by former Google X executive Mohammad Gawdat and highlighted the ‘Intakhib’ system for digitizing the voting process, emphasizing digital transformation in Oman.
UNESCO and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan co-hosted the Global Media and Information Literacy Week 2024 conference in Amman on October 30 and 31. The event focused on digital transformation, featuring discussions on AI’s role in media, youth engagement, and strategies for enhancing media literacy across various sectors.
The Saudi Ministry of Media has announced the ImpaQ Impact Makers Forum, set for December 18-19 in Riyadh. This event will gather over 300 influencers and industry experts to redefine influence in the digital landscape, featuring discussions on social responsibility, purpose-driven influence, and the future of social platforms.
Omantel’s ‘TechXelerate’ Technology Summit showcased innovations in digital transformation, gathering senior officials and industry leaders in Muscat. The event highlighted Omantel’s integrated telecom and ICT solutions, including the new ‘Intakhib’ voting system, aimed at enhancing transparency and engagement in Oman’s digital landscape.
Pocket Gamer Connects Jordan will be held on November 9-10, bringing together over 1,000 gaming industry professionals at Jordan’s Dead Sea. The event features a 14-hour conference program with 50 experts, offering networking opportunities and insights into the rapidly growing MENA gaming sector.
Qatar University announces the third annual AI Week, starting November 12, 2024, sponsored by Vodafone Qatar. This event aims to engage students with cutting-edge AI technologies and facilitate interactions with experts, enhancing their readiness for global technological advancements.
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.