Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Saudi Arabia is solidifying its role as a digital economy leader, with $4.4 billion in tech investments, advanced 5G rollout, cloud expansion, and AI-focused talent programs. Backed by regulatory reforms and innovation initiatives, the Kingdom now contributes 50% of regional digital economy growth and 15% of GDP.
Oman’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) announced that over 773,000 homes across the country are now connected to fiber optic networks. This significant achievement, detailed in the TRA’s latest annual report, underscores the growing reach and impact of high-speed internet in Oman.
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) is planning to block unregistered VPNs across the country, aiming to manage internet restrictions. This initiative ensures businesses remain compliant through VPN registration while maintaining secure and uninterrupted online operations.
Octolane has raised USD 2.6 million in seed funding to launch the world’s first AI-powered self-driving CRM platform. The platform automates tasks like data entry, customer interaction analysis, and follow-ups, improving sales team productivity. Octolane aims to scale operations and refine its AI engine with this funding.
Kuwait City, Kuwait – KPMG, a global network of professional firms providing Audit, Tax, and Advisory services, has reinforced its…
stc Group achieved record H1 revenues of SAR 38.66 billion with net profit up 13.38%. Growth was driven by cost efficiency, digital banking expansion, and a strategic Oracle cloud partnership. Sustainability efforts boosted its MSCI ESG rating to “A.”
PTCL will showcase multiple AI-driven use cases at Indus AI Week 2026, highlighting investments in AI infrastructure and practical applications aimed at accelerating digital transformation and strengthening Pakistan’s emerging AI ecosystem.
Borouge has partnered with MBZUAI to drive AI innovation and research across industries like energy, healthcare, and infrastructure. The three-year collaboration focuses on using AI to foster digital transformation and provides MBZUAI students with internship opportunities at Borouge to gain practical experience in cutting-edge technology.
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JAGGAER has partnered with AWS to introduce its JAGGAER One platform to Kuwait and the Middle East. The integration will provide secure, scalable SaaS procurement solutions using AI, machine learning, and predictive analytics, helping businesses optimize spending, compliance, and supplier relationships across the region.