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
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.
Oman’s foodtech startup KitchenomiKs raised USD 6.7M led by Jasoor Ventures to expand satellite kitchens and enhance its KiKsIQ platform. Founded in 2022, the company runs 13 virtual brands and aims to build a regional hybrid food ecosystem linking cloud kitchens, smart outlets, and enterprise F&B services.
Cisco Saudi Arabia unveiled a new AI-driven approach to cybersecurity, integrating defense directly into networks to secure data centers, smart cities, and AI systems. The company is also investing heavily in local talent development and AI leadership under Saudi Vision 2030.
Syngenta Pakistan and Punjab’s Agriculture Department partnered with Syngenta China to enhance agri-tech cooperation, promote climate-smart farming, and strengthen food security under a renewed public–private collaboration between Pakistan and China.
Riyada in Al Buraimi launched a two-week digital transformation program to equip SME owners and entrepreneurs with modern technology skills, advancing Oman’s shift toward a knowledge-based economy.
Primark has opened its first Middle East store in Kuwait through a partnership with Alshaya Group, marking its 18th international market. The expansion will continue into Dubai in 2026 with three new stores planned.