Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
PayTabs Egypt has partnered with Ollin to enhance consumer financing by integrating advanced payment technologies. This collaboration aims to streamline digital transactions across sectors such as auto loans, healthcare, education, and travel, aligning with Egypt’s push for a more digital economy.
Neo Space Group has acquired and rebranded Taqnia ETS as NSG Geospatial Services, enhancing its geospatial capabilities in alignment with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. This strategic move leverages Taqnia’s expertise and extensive project portfolio to bolster NSG’s offerings in the space and geospatial sectors.
Alinma Bank and Dell Technologies signed an MoU to drive the bank’s digital transformation, focusing on data center solutions, AI, cloud services, and cybersecurity. The collaboration leverages Dell’s APEX platform to enhance Alinma Bank’s digital banking capabilities.
Bayt.com has partnered with Oracle to streamline recruitment, allowing employers to easily post job openings and access a broad talent pool. The collaboration introduces seamless application processes, AI-powered assessments, and enhanced visibility for employers across the Middle East.
stc Group and Ooredoo Group have signed an MoU to collaborate on enhancing the ICT ecosystem and expanding digital services across the MENA region. This partnership aims to drive digital transformation, innovation, and regional development, positioning both companies as key players in the rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Nokia Bell Labs and e& have signed an MoU to collaborate on AI research for industrial automation. This partnership will develop responsible AI solutions to enhance sustainability and efficiency in strategic industrial sectors, accelerating digital transformation in the Middle East and beyond.
Saudi Arabia partners with IBM to potentially establish an AI Center of Excellence in Riyadh. The initiative, aligned with Saudi Vision 2030, aims to advance AI technologies and strengthen national capacities, bolstering the Kingdom’s stature in global tech innovation.
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Wasoko and MaxAB, two of Africa’s top B2B e-commerce companies, have completed the continent’s largest tech merger, forming a pan-African digital retail platform. The merger combines their expertise across multiple countries, creating a multi-vertical ecosystem serving Africa’s $600 billion informal retail sector, with extensive offerings in e-commerce, fintech, and AI-driven services.
Abu Dhabi’s Marlan Space has partnered with Loft Orbital to launch Orbitworks, the Middle East’s first private space infrastructure company. Orbitworks will produce LEO satellite constellations, with plans to launch the first platform by 2026, marking a significant milestone in the UAE’s space industry.