Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Msheireb Properties, Ooredoo Qatar and Honeywell have partnered to deploy an AI-powered smart city platform in Msheireb Downtown Doha, integrating IoT sensors, analytics and digital twin technologies to optimise urban operations, enhance sustainability and support Qatar’s digital transformation ambitions under Qatar National Vision 2030.
TCS has launched a Morocco subsidiary to serve as a nearshore delivery hub for French-speaking Europe while supporting Morocco’s Digital 2030 agenda through digital transformation, cloud, AI, and cybersecurity initiatives.
The database links national legislation with international standards and provides ready-to-cite sources for research and advocacy. The Refugee Platform says the resource will be updated regularly to reflect new legal developments and UN recommendations.
The company expects to realise early operational gains as the deployment progresses, reinforcing the value of consolidating analytics and intelligence into a single, scalable platform.
Together, the moves highlight a growing continental recognition that satellite capability is central to digital sovereignty, resilience, and long-term infrastructure planning.
Skylo’s network is 3GPP-compliant and integrates directly with existing chipsets, modules, and operating systems, supported by a certified global hardware ecosystem. The companies say the trial phase will pave the way for a full commercial rollout, demonstrating that standards-based “anywhere connectivity” is ready for global scale.
SpaceX acquires xAI to build space-based AI infrastructure using Starship and Starlink, arguing terrestrial data centers cannot sustainably scale. The $1.2 trillion combined vision includes orbital solar-powered computing, direct-to-mobile connectivity, and long-term plans for lunar and Martian operations, positioning AI as the backbone of a multi-planetary future.
The partnership signals Morocco’s intent to pair steady domestic market growth with strategic regional alliances, positioning the country as an emerging e-commerce hub in North Africa supported by technology investment and international cooperation.
Bahrain activates smart traffic cameras to detect seat belt and mobile phone violations, urging drivers to ensure their app details are up to date for notifications and compliance.
China’s AlSat-3 programme with Algeria highlights expanding space cooperation focused on earth observation, data services, and capacity building for environmental and planning applications.