Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
The Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry partners with Powerlec Bahrain 2024, advancing Bahrain’s renewable energy goals in line with Vision 2030. The event, focusing on sustainable and decarbonized economy strategies, highlights Bahrain’s leadership in MENA’s renewable sector.
Mohamed Abdelhadi Mezi, CEO of Volz, revolutionizes travel in Algeria with an online platform for airline tickets and fintech solutions like “book now, pay later.” Also leading Hotelris, he enhances digital marketing strategies for the travel industry.
Hisense has launched a new R&D center in Dubai Internet City, focusing on developing climate-friendly solutions for the Middle East. The center aims to adapt products to local conditions, enhancing innovation in energy efficiency and environmental sustainability.
DEWA is showcasing its EV Green Charger initiative at the ITS World Congress 2024 in Dubai, emphasizing its commitment to sustainable transport and smart mobility, aligned with Dubai’s strategic energy and carbon reduction goals.
Aramco and SLB have partnered to develop digital solutions aimed at reducing GHG emissions. Integrated into SLB’s digital sustainability platform, these solutions will enhance emissions tracking and support decarbonization efforts across industries, aligning with global net-zero targets.
Hisense has launched a new R&D center in Dubai Internet City to develop climate-friendly solutions for the Middle East. The center focuses on local needs and aims to drive innovation in environmental sustainability and energy efficiency.
Hefring Marine has partnered with UAE’s Blue Pass to expand its marine technology services in the Arabian Gulf, enhancing maritime safety, efficiency, and sustainability. This strategic alliance aligns with both companies’ commitments to innovation in the maritime sector.
A survey by Capital.com reveals the UAE as a preferred destination for tech talent over Germany and Hong Kong, with 45% of Asian tech professionals willing to relocate there due to its supportive tech environment and strategic initiatives like the NextGenFDI.
Oracle has launched the world’s first zettascale AI supercomputer in the cloud, powered by up to 131,072 NVIDIA Blackwell GPUs. This groundbreaking development promises unparalleled AI capabilities, significantly enhancing cloud computing power and flexibility while supporting stringent data and AI sovereignty requirements.
A high-level committee meeting, led by key Pakistani ministers, was convened to expedite the nation’s digital transformation, focusing on youth development and digital equity. Significant outcomes include the creation of technology centers and initiatives to improve internet connectivity across remote areas.