Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Digital Dubai has launched the Digital Skills Survey to assess the evolving digital talent needs of public and private sector organizations. The survey will focus on identifying skills gaps, particularly in AI, and aims to support Dubai’s digital transformation and strengthen its digital economy as part of the Dubai Economic Agenda D33.
Key Takeaways: Dhaka, Bangladesh – A recent survey conducted by the Bureau of Bangladesh Statistics (BBS) has revealed a significant shift…
NaiTel and Telecom Egypt have completed the Coral Bridge subsea cable, the first direct link between Jordan and Egypt in over 25 years. The 15-km system, equipped with 48 fibre pairs, delivers 1 Petabit capacity, ultra-low latency, and cost efficiency, enhancing regional connectivity across Asia, Africa, and Europe.
Bangladesh is accelerating its AI adoption across key sectors including telecommunications, agriculture, textiles, and pharmaceuticals. By integrating AI, the country aims to boost operational efficiency, innovation, and global competitiveness. Collaboration between private and public sectors is essential to drive sustainable digital transformation and align with international standards.
Cisco has partnered with HUMAIN to build Saudi Arabia’s AI infrastructure, supporting the Kingdom’s Vision 2030. This collaboration will deliver scalable, secure, and flexible AI solutions, driving digital innovation and strengthening Saudi Arabia’s position as a global leader in AI. The initiative also includes investments in talent and infrastructure.
Compelling industrial AI use cases, strong execution and AI-driven demand fuel global growth Dubai, United Arab Emirates, July 24, 2025…
Qatar’s sovereign wealth fund plans to merge Qatar National Broadband Network (QNBN) and Gulf Bridge International (GBI) to create a digital infrastructure leader. This initiative aims to position Qatar as a key digital hub globally, enhancing connectivity and unlocking new opportunities for growth.
Matarat Holding and Thales partner to deploy AI-driven digital platforms and smart infrastructure across 27 Saudi airports, enhancing operational efficiency and passenger experience aligned with Saudi Vision 2030.
Morocco’s internet market saw a 6.5% growth in 2024, reaching 42.1 million subscribers with a penetration rate of 112.7%. The mobile phone sector also grew by 5.2%, reaching a 161.3% penetration rate, while the fixed telephone sector maintained growth with a 6.4% increase in subscribers.
Telecom Egypt and Alcatel Submarine Networks have successfully landed the Africa-1 subsea cable at Ras Ghareb, Egypt, boosting connectivity across Africa, the Middle East, and Europe. This 10,000-kilometer, high-capacity system aims to enhance global data capacity and resilience for bandwidth-intensive needs.