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
MWC25 Doha marks the Middle East’s first Mobile World Congress, strengthening Qatar’s position as a regional digital hub. Backed by GSMA and Qatar’s ICT ministry, the event aims to drive investment, policy dialogue and innovation across 5G, AI and mobile broadband. With rising regional momentum, it will help shape MENA’s future digital economy.
Qatar hosted the first Arab Cyber Exercise as part of its National Cyber Drill 2025, gathering 21 Arab nations and regional cybersecurity leaders. The exercise focused on cross-border attack scenarios, strengthening cooperation, enhancing regional cyber readiness, and improving institutional response capabilities. Officials emphasized the importance of unified action to protect digital infrastructure and support long-term stability.
Huawei will showcase 5G-Advanced and AI-powered innovations at the first MWC25 Doha, demonstrating how next-generation connectivity is reshaping industries and enabling intelligent transformation across the region. The company will present solutions in cloud, digital energy and industry-specific AI, while executives discuss mobile AI, advanced networks and future monetisation strategies. Huawei’s participation reinforces its long-standing support for Qatar’s digital ecosystem.
Syria HIGH TECH 2025 brings together 225 exhibitors to highlight Syria’s renewed digital transformation agenda. The event showcases smart cities, AI, e-government and fintech innovations, draws strong regional interest including an 80-company Jordanian delegation, and reflects Syria’s intent to rebuild its digital economy through technology and international partnerships.
Egypt wrapped up the 29th Cairo ICT exhibition, showcasing AI-driven innovations, 5G, cybersecurity and new digital government services, while announcing the upcoming national digital ID rollout.
Ericsson will use MWC Doha 2025 to demonstrate how 5G, differentiated connectivity and AI-driven automation are shaping Qatar’s digital future, reinforcing over three decades of collaboration in building one of the region’s most advanced telecom ecosystems.
Salam’s presence at Connected World KSA 2025 underscores its growing role in expanding fibre, data centre and international connectivity infrastructure that supports Vision 2030 and strengthens Saudi Arabia’s position as a global digital hub.
Cairo ICT 2025 highlights Egypt’s strengthening digital economy through nationwide digital services, local tech manufacturing, youth skilling programs, and major infrastructure upgrades. The government positions ICT as a key growth engine, accelerating AI-driven transformation and reinforcing Egypt’s standing in global digital readiness rankings.
Tech Mahindra is reinforcing the GCC as a core engine of its global expansion by aligning closely with the region’s AI-driven smart infrastructure and sustainability goals. With a newly refreshed brand identity and deep investments in local talent and co-innovation, the company aims to shape the next wave of responsible digital transformation across the Middle East and beyond.
Orange Jordan supports TEDxGJU as part of its mission to empower youth, encourage creative thinking, and expand innovation opportunities through sustainable community-focused initiatives.