Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Umniah will invest JD300 million over five years to expand 5G, fiber, cloud, and data-center infrastructure in Jordan. CEO Faisal Al-Jalahma highlighted major upgrades, education-sector connectivity, and partnerships with global tech firms. The company’s initiatives support national digital transformation, sustainability goals, and social development across underserved communities.
Sri Lanka’s AI-native innovation studio Futurity has secured seed funding from top private investors to accelerate its mission of embedding invisible, intuitive AI into everyday business operations. With flagship products Omni and Query, a newly formed board, and plans for rapid market expansion, the startup aims to redefine how enterprises access knowledge, automate tasks, and create intelligent digital experiences.
Payment24 has strengthened its Middle East presence by launching a regional hub in Dubai and securing strategic contracts in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, marking a key milestone in its GCC expansion strategy. The company is responding to surging demand for advanced fleet, fuel, and retail payment technologies, positioning its modular platform as a backbone for digital transformation in the downstream oil and gas sector.
Invest Saudi will highlight the Kingdom’s $14.9 billion technology investment portfolio at Web Summit 2025 in Lisbon, positioning Saudi Arabia as a global hub for artificial intelligence, e-commerce, and logistics innovation under Vision 2030. With a digital economy projected to reach $76 billion by 2030, Saudi Arabia is leveraging its vast connectivity infrastructure — including 1,300 megawatts of data-center capacity and 20 subsea cables — to anchor its regional digital leadership.
Microsoft and G42 will expand UAE data centre capacity by 200 MW via Khazna Data Centers, part of a $15 billion investment in AI and cloud infrastructure. The move strengthens Microsoft Azure’s regional footprint and accelerates the UAE’s vision to become a global AI powerhouse.
Tunisian traveltech startup WildyNess has closed a pre-seed round co-led by Bridging Angels and the African Diaspora Network to expand into Algeria, Saudi Arabia, Oman, and the UAE. The platform connects travelers with authentic local experiences and champions community-based, sustainable tourism.
Aramco will acquire a significant minority stake in HUMAIN, joining PIF to accelerate Saudi Arabia’s AI ecosystem. The partnership combines assets, talent, and infrastructure to strengthen HUMAIN’s global reach and bolster Saudi leadership in AI-driven industrial transformation and innovation.
Oman’s ITHCA Group has invested $20 million in U.S. firm Movandi to accelerate semiconductor and AI-powered communications innovation, including a new Muscat R&D hub. The move supports Vision 2040 and strengthens Oman’s digital ecosystem.
Oman’s ITHCA Group has invested $20 million in U.S. tech firm Movandi to build the country’s semiconductor and AI communications ecosystem. The partnership will establish a Muscat R&D center and boost Oman’s Vision 2040 digital ambitions.
Startups within Dubai’s in5 incubator have raised $2.45 billion since 2013, growing 14% year-on-year. With 1,100 startups across four innovation verticals, in5 continues to drive Dubai’s D33 economic and entrepreneurial vision.