Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Morocco is heavily investing in blockchain and AI technologies as part of its Digital Morocco 2030 plan, aiming for a 10% GDP increase by 2030. The country is focusing on workforce development, digital education, and tech adoption across industries, positioning itself as a leading tech player in Africa and beyond.
The Algeria-Italy MoU marks a strategic step toward deepening telecommunications collaboration, boosting infrastructure, innovation, and digital sovereignty between the two nations.
Omantel and GlobalTech Corporation have signed a non-binding MoU to explore collaboration on AI and Big Data services. The partnership aims to develop AI-driven solutions for sectors including fintech, retail, compliance, and HR, leveraging Omantel’s infrastructure and GlobalTech’s expertise. Aligned with Oman Vision 2040, this initiative supports economic diversification and technological innovation, aiming to enhance digital transformation and strengthen Oman’s position as a regional technology hub.
Synapsia, an Italian company, has signed a $2.5 billion deal with UAE’s Bold Technologies to develop AI-powered city management services for Abu Dhabi. The project aims to address urban issues such as transport, parking, and emergency response. It includes the creation of My Aion Inc., with plans for an IPO.
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Huawei’s Developers Competition in Egypt recognized four winning teams for their innovations in smart transportation, healthcare, supply chain optimization, and tourism. The event also marked the launch of the “Huawei Cloud Club” in Egyptian universities, fostering cloud computing, training talent, and supporting Egypt’s digital transformation.
The Holy Makkah Municipality has launched a digital afforestation initiative through the Nabatik platform, allowing citizens and residents to contribute to increasing green spaces and reducing carbon emissions. Participants can select tree species, choose planting locations, and make payments online, supporting Makkah’s environmental and climate goals from the comfort of their homes.
Cybernet, Pakistan’s leading fibre broadband provider, has chosen Nokia’s optical transport solution to deploy a new long-haul optical fibre network. The 1.2 Tbps infrastructure will connect over 25 cities, supporting data centre interconnects and high-capacity services. This will enhance Pakistan’s connectivity and support regional transit services for Central Asia.
his expansion aims to provide efficient and affordable remittance services to over 31 million migrant workers in the region.
Qatar Central Bank has introduced the ‘Multiple Wallets per Mobile Number’ feature in the Qatar Mobile Payment system, enabling users to manage two wallets with different service providers. This feature enhances user experience, fosters competition, and supports financial inclusion, reinforcing QCB’s commitment to advancing mobile payments in the country.