Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Bahrain’s Mumtalakat and SandboxAQ have launched a $1 billion AI- and quantum-powered biotech partnership to accelerate drug discovery and position the Kingdom as a regional innovation hub.
Bahrain’s Mumtalakat and SandboxAQ have signed a $1 billion partnership to build a biotech ecosystem powered by AI and quantum computing, driving regional drug discovery and innovation.
The Central Bank of Libya met with telecom operators to boost collaboration on digital payment systems, agreeing to establish a joint task force to enhance infrastructure, improve financial inclusion, and support national digital transformation.
Syria has joined the Medusa Submarine Cable System to build its first international subsea connection, a move set to improve national connectivity and support post-conflict digital reconstruction through stronger regional telecom integration.
Tech Mahindra has launched a refreshed global brand identity to celebrate its 39th anniversary, emphasizing agility, AI-led transformation, and the theme of “Scale at Speed™.” The new look aligns with its strategy to strengthen brand recall, unify portfolio companies, and inspire global innovation.
Bahrain’s Mumtalakat has partnered with SandboxAQ to develop a $1 billion AI-powered biotech hub, aiming to drive drug discovery, create new biotech assets, and position the Kingdom as a regional leader in biomedical innovation.
Ericsson and the Saudi Railway Company (SAR) will jointly deploy 5G and FRMCS technologies to modernize rail communication, enhance safety, and deliver high-speed passenger connectivity in support of Saudi Vision 2030’s smart transport goals.
InfraX has partnered with Huawei to advance the UAE’s sustainable digital future through mission-critical network modernization, AI-powered automation, and 5G-enabled utility transformation under Dubai’s Clean Energy Strategy 2050.
Sri Lanka has completed procurement for its new government cloud, LGC 2.5, which introduces hybrid multi-cloud capabilities and AI infrastructure. Managed by ICTA, the upgraded platform will enhance digital services, data sovereignty, and national cybersecurity within the country’s digital transformation roadmap.
COLABS has expanded into Saudi Arabia with a new flagship site in Riyadh through a partnership with Waseel Investment and renewed support from Shorooq. The move, aligned with Vision 2030, aims to foster entrepreneurship, creative collaboration, and cross-border investment between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan.