Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Bangladesh has seen significant growth in internet and mobile access, with 50.4% of households now connected to the internet, up from 43.6% in 2023. The report also shows increases in smartphone usage, electricity consumption, and television access, highlighting the country’s growing digital connectivity and technology adoption.
Dubai/Riyadh, April 07: Vehere, a pioneer in cybersecurity solutions, is rapidly expanding in the Middle East region, especially focusing on the…
Falcon 3, the latest open-source LLM from the Technology Innovation Institute, sets new performance benchmarks for small AI models. With its ability to run efficiently on lightweight infrastructures, including laptops, it offers powerful reasoning and fine-tuning capabilities. This model is poised to revolutionize AI accessibility globally.
Together with e&, Dell Technologies, Intel, Cisco, Pure Storage and SUSE, Open Innovation AI will highlight how enterprises and public…
The global collaboration aims to revolutionize customer experience through AI-led automation, predictive analytics, and next-generation digital solutions DUBAI, United Arab…
Zarea Limited has acquired the global domain zarea.com and launched an AI-powered commodities assistant as part of a strategic shift toward technology-driven growth. The move supports international branding, system modernization, and expansion into global markets following its first UAE export.
The Sanad Service Centres Forum in Oman highlighted the empowerment of Omani youth and sustainable growth through strategic agreements, new services, and the recognition of outstanding service centre owners and employees. The event showcased efforts towards enhancing job opportunities, digital transformation, and service efficiency in line with Oman Vision 2040.
Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly reviewed Egypt’s digital transformation progress, highlighting efforts to deliver government services electronically and automate company licensing. Key initiatives include digitising services like traffic violation inquiries and launching the Unified Services Card in Port Said. The government is also improving digital infrastructure and automating business processes.
Sri Lanka is launching GovTech Ltd. to lead its digital transformation, replacing the current ICTA agency. The move aims to strengthen the country’s digital governance and accelerate innovation.
United Bank Limited (UBL) has successfully completed a large-scale core banking data migration with AUTON8 in six months, transitioning data…