Qualcomm opens AI & IoT Edge development center in UAE to boost smart city, industrial innovation aligned with UAE Vision 2031, fostering talent and scalable regional solutions.
SpaceX’s Starlink officially launches in Bangladesh, offering two unlimited data packages with speeds up to 300 Mbps. Approved as a satellite internet provider, Starlink aims to enhance connectivity, particularly in underserved areas, and ensure internet resilience during political disruptions.
Zain Omantel International ranks highest ASN in the Middle East and breaks into the global top 100 networks, reflecting unmatched interconnection and network reach. The milestone underscores ZOI’s role as a leading international connectivity gateway with extensive global infrastructure spanning 120+ cities.
e& UAE launches the region’s first commercial 5G network slicing product, enabling businesses to access tailored virtual networks with guaranteed performance for critical applications. The solution supports industries requiring low latency and IoT capabilities, offering flexible bandwidth packages and dedicated 5G CPE devices.
Space42’s Mira Aerospace opens the MENA region’s first HAPS manufacturing facility in Abu Dhabi, producing over 20 UAVs annually for civil and defense uses. This complements partnerships in UAV testing and satellite co-production with ICEYE, advancing UAE’s leadership in high-altitude platforms and space technologies.
Qualcomm and e& UAE partner to develop 5G edge AI gateways and Snapdragon-powered devices with integrated large language models, advancing digital transformation across UAE’s enterprise, industrial, and government sectors. The collaboration is supported by Qualcomm’s Abu Dhabi Engineering Center and complemented by e& UAE’s deployment of Ericsson’s dual-band Massive MIMO radio and 6G exploration.
Saudi Aramco and stc invest in US NaaS startup Graphiant, supporting its cloud-native enterprise networking platform. The deal reflects Middle Eastern giants’ push into advanced digital infrastructure and positions Graphiant to expand globally with strategic regional partnerships.
Nindohost, Morocco’s leading web hosting provider, is expanding into 13 African countries to offer cloud and cybersecurity solutions tailored to local markets. The move supports Africa’s digital transformation with multilingual support, flexible payments, and partnerships fostering local innovation and digital sovereignty.
Jordan is strategically leveraging its location and stability to become a digital gateway from Asia to Europe, complementing Saudi Arabia’s AI ecosystem. With advanced digital infrastructure and growing connectivity projects, Jordan aims to attract investment despite regional challenges and trade hurdles, positioning itself as a hub for future AI and digital growth.
Over 2,800 Chinese companies have invested more than $8 billion in Egypt, boosting sectors from automotive to textiles. High-level meetings between Egyptian and Guangdong officials highlight growing cooperation, upcoming investment forums, and projects including a $300 million car plant and a dedicated textile city, strengthening the China-Egypt strategic partnership.
