Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Syntys enabled Ooredoo’s sovereign AI cloud in Qatar with modular, GPU-ready data centers supporting NVIDIA Hopper GPUs, advancing Qatar’s AI strategy and digital sovereignty.
Telenor’s Pakistan exit is delayed by regulatory hurdles, threatening digital progress and 5G rollout; the group focuses on stronger markets while urging faster approval for its PTCL sale.
Oman’s MTCIT launched the Space Accelerators Programme to nurture 10 local startups in space tech sectors like satellite communications and AI, fostering entrepreneurship and national capability development.
Vodafone Oman launched Makani Internet for Business, a flexible 5G-powered broadband service enabling enterprises to access high-speed connectivity without fibre, supporting operational resilience nationwide.
Morocco and UNDP collaborate to promote inclusive digital transformation and responsible AI use across Arab States and Africa, reinforcing Morocco’s leadership in digital governance and sustainable development.
Morocco plans a 500MW renewable-powered sovereign data centre in Dakhla, reinforcing digital sovereignty and regional hub ambitions amid a $1.22 billion digital modernization investment.
Lebanon launched the “No Filter” campaign with UNESCO and OIF to promote media literacy and fight misinformation, featuring public figures and training journalists to strengthen public trust and critical thinking.
Google Pay launched in Oman and Lebanon, offering secure Android-based contactless payments. In Oman, Sohar International Bank enables usage, complementing Apple Pay and Samsung Pay in the country’s push toward a cashless economy.
CINET’s internship programme develops Kuwaiti students’ skills in cybersecurity and data science, supporting the country’s digital transformation and fintech innovation goals.
Nawy expanded into the Gulf proptech market by acquiring SmartCrowd, combining platforms to offer a pan-MENA real estate ecosystem tapping into growing fractional property investment trends.