Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
The Mobile World Congress Africa 2025 spotlighted how mobile connectivity and AI are driving Africa’s digital and economic transformation, with a renewed focus on inclusivity, local innovation, and technological sovereignty.
Cisco Saudi Arabia unveiled a new AI-driven approach to cybersecurity, integrating defense directly into networks to secure data centers, smart cities, and AI systems. The company is also investing heavily in local talent development and AI leadership under Saudi Vision 2030.
Syngenta Pakistan and Punjab’s Agriculture Department partnered with Syngenta China to enhance agri-tech cooperation, promote climate-smart farming, and strengthen food security under a renewed public–private collaboration between Pakistan and China.
Pakistan has seen a 35% rise in cybercrime this year, with WhatsApp hacking and financial fraud dominating cases. Officials warn that digital illiteracy and weak user awareness remain the country’s biggest cyber vulnerabilities.
Pakistan underscored its strategic role as a regional trade bridge, calling connectivity the cornerstone of shared prosperity and sustainable development across Asia.
Riyada in Al Buraimi launched a two-week digital transformation program to equip SME owners and entrepreneurs with modern technology skills, advancing Oman’s shift toward a knowledge-based economy.
IEC Telecom has unveiled a new tracking and communication solution designed to protect humanitarian workers operating in conflict zones and disaster-hit areas. The launch took place at AIDEX, the global humanitarian aid and disaster relief event, where the company presented its latest innovations aimed at improving safety, coordination, and efficiency in field operations.
Madica has invested $200K each in Tunisia’s Anavid and Morocco’s Hypeo AI, extending support for early-stage African innovators and promoting inclusive, AI-driven entrepreneurship across the continent.
Primark has opened its first Middle East store in Kuwait through a partnership with Alshaya Group, marking its 18th international market. The expansion will continue into Dubai in 2026 with three new stores planned.
Amazon is accelerating warehouse automation with AI-powered robots like Blue Jay and Vulcan, streamlining fulfillment while raising fresh debate on the future of warehouse labor and job creation.