Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
MCIT is participating in Darb Al Saai with an interactive pavilion focused on digital safety, awareness, and responsible technology use, particularly for children and youth. The event also showcases Qatari heritage through cultural exhibits and theatrical performances that strengthen national identity and community engagement.
The Council of Europe participated in the AI-Forward Summit 2025 in Tunis, where Daniel Pap presented the AI Framework Convention and HUDERIA tool. The event enhanced regional dialogue on responsible AI governance, focusing on human rights, democratic values, and practical risk assessment approaches across the AI lifecycle.
World Summit AI–Qatar 2025 opened in Doha with global tech leaders, policymakers, and researchers, highlighting Qatar’s ambition to lead in responsible artificial intelligence. The summit showcased national initiatives such as Fanar 2.0 and GovAI, reinforcing the country’s role as a global hub for AI policy, innovation, and collaboration.
The TRS 2025 panel on 5G-Advanced highlighted how GCC operators are leveraging AI, automation, and advanced network capabilities to move beyond connectivity and unlock experience-based monetization. Industry leaders emphasized competitive markets, trusted AI, and cross-sector collaboration as critical to turning 5G-Advanced into sustainable revenue and long-term digital value.
Oman will host the International Semiconductor Executive Summit on December 9–10, bringing together over 150 global leaders, CEOs, and experts to discuss the future of the semiconductor industry in the MENA region. Organized by MTCIT under the patronage of Oman Vision 2040 leadership, the summit will focus on building an integrated regional semiconductor ecosystem, showcasing advanced technologies, enhancing local talent, and supporting Oman’s long-term economic diversification and digital transformation strategy.
GCC telecom operators are accelerating the commercial rollout of 5G-Advanced networks, with Zain KSA, Ooredoo Kuwait, stc Kuwait, du, and e& leading deployments. With over 10,000 5G-A sites and more than one million users across the UAE and Kuwait, the region is emerging as a global 5G-A hub. These developments will be explored at the Telecom Review Leaders’ Summit, focusing on monetization, AI integration, and cross-industry applications.
Dialog Enterprise served as Principal Sponsor of Sri Lanka CERT’s 2025 Cyber Security Conference, reinforcing its commitment to national cyber resilience. The event united leaders across sectors to advance cybersecurity awareness, strengthen digital infrastructure, and support public–private cooperation to address emerging threats in Sri Lanka’s rapidly evolving digital landscape.
MWC25 Doha showcases the GCC’s rise as a powerhouse of digital innovation. By bringing global and regional stakeholders together, the event demonstrates how world-class infrastructure, investor appetite, and startup momentum are reshaping the connectivity landscape and positioning the region at the forefront of next-generation technology development.
The 46th GCC Summit in Bahrain reaffirmed commitments to regional security, economic integration, and collaboration in food, water, and digital sectors. Gulf leaders also reiterated support for a just resolution to the Palestinian cause. Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni highlighted the growing GCC-Italy partnership, especially in energy, digital transformation, and maritime security.
Senegal’s FAT Dakar 2025 forum highlighted the strategic importance of digital terrestrial television in strengthening Africa’s digital sovereignty and audiovisual competitiveness. Discussions covered infrastructure, cybersecurity, and local content, while bilateral talks with Algeria and Burkina Faso advanced cooperation on regulation and sovereign broadcasting systems. The event aligns with Senegal’s New Technological Deal.