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
Pakistan and Qatar have begun talks on a strategic technology partnership focused on expanding financing, incubation, and investment opportunities for Pakistani startups. With Qatar’s growing tech ecosystem and QDB’s potential role, both sides aim to collaborate on AI, cloud, cybersecurity, digital skills, industrial digitalization, and cross-border startup exchange programs.
Egypt and Algeria signed multiple MoUs spanning housing, agriculture, education, culture, finance, youth programs, energy transition and public administration. The agreements deepen bilateral cooperation through joint programs running through 2026–2028, strengthen institutional collaboration, and expand cultural and academic partnerships, marking a significant step forward in strategic ties between both nations.
The study finds that Saudi secondary school students with higher cybersecurity awareness and longer internet usage show stronger cyber threat perception, which leads to better data protection behaviors. Threat perception mediates awareness and action, while internet usage strengthens both effects, suggesting that interactive cybersecurity education and targeted programs can significantly improve student safety online.
Uzbekistan and Oman have agreed to deepen their cooperation in space technology following high-level meetings in Muscat. Discussions with government and private-sector leaders focused on joint investments, satellite development, remote Earth sensing, and creating new research and educational infrastructure. The initiative aims to boost both nations’ capabilities in space science and strengthen their technological collaboration.
Center3 has entered a colocation partnership with Sahara Net, enabling the ICT firm to deliver dedicated hosting services from Center3’s facilities across Saudi Arabia. The deal supports both companies’ goals of expanding digital infrastructure, enhancing service reliability and driving the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 ambitions for a scalable, interconnected and innovation-ready digital ecosystem.
Orange Egypt and Qilaa International Group have partnered to create WTour, a fully integrated digital tourism platform aligned with Egypt’s Vision 2030. The platform streamlines trip planning, bookings, and digital exploration while leveraging Orange’s connectivity and Qilaa’s content leadership. The initiative aims to modernize Egypt’s tourism ecosystem, enhance visitor experiences, and support national smart-tourism goals.
Shams Telecom and GlobalTek have signed a cooperation deal to jointly develop integrated ICT and clean-energy solutions in Iraq. The agreement focuses on modern infrastructure, improved operational efficiency and expanding services for both public and private sectors. The partnership supports national efforts to modernise key infrastructure and strengthen sustainable energy and telecom capabilities.
Microsoft, PIF, and SITE have entered into a non-binding MoU to evaluate the introduction of Microsoft’s sovereign-cloud services in Saudi Arabia. The partnership aims to reinforce national data protection, support digital transformation, and enhance the Kingdom’s access to cutting-edge cloud and AI technologies. It also includes potential cooperation in research, innovation, and skills development, aligning with Saudi Arabia’s broader ICT and economic diversification goals.
Jordan and Syria are exploring new collaboration in digital transformation, cybersecurity, and tech infrastructure. A Jordanian delegation led by Minister Sami Smeirat visited Damascus University to review digital education systems and discuss academic partnerships in AI, cybersecurity and emerging technologies aimed at boosting youth digital skills.
Pakistan and China have agreed to expand digital cooperation through joint ventures in next-generation networks, talent training, and cross-border connectivity. The partnership aims to strengthen regional digital infrastructure and reinforce Pakistan’s role in future technology ecosystems.