Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Digitas ME earns Optimizely Platinum Partner status, uniquely leading digital experience innovation in UAE and Saudi Arabia. The partnership strengthens capabilities to deliver personalized, data-driven solutions across diverse sectors.
du is the first UAE telecom operator awarded ISO 20400 certification for sustainable procurement, reinforcing its commitment to responsible supply chains aligned with UAE’s Net Zero 2050 goals.
Bahrain’s Ministry of Interior won a digital award for its AI-powered addiction recovery app, reflecting the country’s commitment to innovative government services. The app helps understand behavioral factors to improve recovery outcomes through advanced AI analysis.
du is the first UAE telecom to achieve ISO 20400 Sustainable Procurement certification, embedding sustainability throughout its supply chain in support of the UAE’s Net Zero by 2050 goals and UN SDGs. The certification assures customers, guides suppliers, and builds investor confidence.
ZainTECH obtained multiple international certifications for IT service management, cloud security, and data protection, reinforcing its regional leadership. These certifications enable compliance with regulations and participation in key projects. ZainTECH plans additional certifications in 2025 to maintain high standards across its regional operations.
Bahrain’s BDCA 2025 honors 30 innovative digital projects across sectors, showcasing the kingdom’s tech maturity and advancing Economic Vision 2030 goals.
Qatar’s National Cyber Security Agency won the WSIS 2025 Prize for its Cybersecurity Curriculum Project, highlighting its success in raising digital ethics and safety awareness across schools, parents, and teachers. The project supports Qatar’s vision to build a cyber safe society and become a global cybersecurity leader.
Oman ranked fourth globally among developing economies for ICT infrastructure FDI from 2020–2024, attracting $1.7 billion. Driven by the National Digital Economy Programme and AI initiatives, Oman aims to boost digital skills, AI research, and grow its digital economy’s GDP share to 10% by 2040.
Saudi Arabia continues to lead global cybersecurity rankings, recognized as a Tier 1 role model by the UN’s ITU. The Kingdom’s national cybersecurity authority and strategic partners drive robust cyber defenses and technology localization, supporting economic development and international collaboration aligned with its digital transformation strategy.
MSCI has upgraded stc group’s ESG rating from BBB to A in 2025, recognizing its leadership in sustainability, governance, and cybersecurity. This places stc in the top third of global telecom firms, reflecting its advances in data privacy, risk management, and adherence to high ESG standards across its diverse operations.