Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Cairo (Jan. 28, 2025) — Today, Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, the Egyptian Prime Minister, witnessed the signing ceremony of a Memorandum of…
Aster DM Healthcare is expanding its presence in Saudi Arabia, with plans to open 186 pharmacies over the next five years. The company has allocated $250 million for its expansion and will launch its myAster app for faster delivery of prescription and wellness products, enhancing its digital presence in the region.
Vodafone Qatar teams up with Nokia to modernize its nationwide network, enhancing 5G speed, security, and flexibility. This collaboration supports Qatar’s digital growth, enabling advanced services like 5G slicing and automation, aligning with the country’s vision for a smarter, more connected future.
IFS has appointed Hannes Liebe as the new President for the APJMEA region. Liebe will drive growth, expand IFS’s footprint, and reinforce strategic partnerships across key markets like Saudi Arabia and Japan. His leadership aims to accelerate IFS’s business expansion, especially in Industrial AI and enterprise software.
Kuwait City, Kuwait, 7 May 2025: Blacklane, the global chauffeur service operating in over 50 countries, today officially announces its expansion…
Smart glasses are experiencing a major comeback as AI advancements enable more useful, context-aware features. Leading tech companies including Snap, Meta, Google, Apple, and Amazon are developing next-generation eyewear that integrates AI for real-time object recognition, translation, and conversational assistance. While challenges like privacy, cost, and consumer adoption remain, market growth projections signal strong potential for smart glasses to become the next transformative technology platform.
The Generative AI Hackathon in Amman, Jordan, hosted by Jordan Source and MENADevs, showcased AI’s potential to drive economic growth and innovation. Aligning with Jordan’s digital ambitions, the event attracted 200 professionals across various sectors, emphasizing the country’s commitment to becoming a hub for high-tech investments and entrepreneurship.
Northstar Telecom is advancing Bahrain’s digital transformation with IO by HFCL, offering secure, scalable, and locally hosted or on-premises WiFi and switching solutions. These solutions, featuring WiFi 6 and AI-driven management, provide businesses with enhanced network performance, improved security, and flexibility in deployment, supporting the country’s evolving ICT needs.
Qatar has launched the 2024 Digital Inclusion Index to ensure equal access to digital services, highlighting the nation’s achievements in digital infrastructure and education. The initiative supports Qatar’s Digital Agenda 2030, aiming to increase digital access, competencies, and trust through targeted programs and investments in emerging technologies.
Egypt’s mobile subscriptions approached 120 million in 2024, driven by increased internet use and new services like eSIM and Wi-Fi Calling. The country advanced its digital infrastructure with full 5G licensing and phased rollout targeting key urban and economic areas.