Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has partnered with Jazeera Airways to transform its digital ecosystem, focusing on AI-driven solutions and customer experience enhancements. The initiative includes modernizing digital platforms, introducing personalized services, and enabling scalable growth, positioning Jazeera Airways for future growth and innovation in the aviation industry.
Orange Jordan has inaugurated the Orange Innovation Lab at Mutah University, enhancing its digital program network across the Kingdom. This initiative aims to empower youth by bridging academic knowledge with market demands, offering students the tools and resources to develop entrepreneurial ideas and digital skills, fostering innovation and career growth.
Meta AI has expanded to the Middle East and North Africa, offering users in key markets like the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt access to a powerful AI assistant through Meta’s apps. It includes features like image generation, real-time suggestions, and Arabic support, with future updates on the horizon.
Visa’s report highlights Bangladesh’s growing digital payment adoption, with 14% increased spending and 17% more transactions in 2024. Dhaka leads this growth, while other cities like Gazipur and Rajshahi also show progress. Online and contactless payments drive the shift, with strong growth in both domestic and international transactions.
du has partnered with Ignyte, a DIFC-backed digital platform, to accelerate AI innovation and support UAE startups. The collaboration offers mentorship, funding, and digital solutions to enhance SME growth and digital transformation. It also strengthens du’s role in fostering a sustainable, innovative ecosystem for entrepreneurs.
UAE’s G42 Presight signed two MoUs with Côte d’Ivoire to collaborate on public administration modernization and national digital strategy, reinforcing bilateral cooperation in AI and digital innovation.
The MENA mobile market is projected to reach $360 billion by 2030, driven by mobile internet use, mVAS services, and rapid 5G adoption. With growing local content and network investments, the region faces challenges like connectivity gaps and regulatory issues but remains a key growth market for mobile services.
IFS will showcase its AI-powered cloud and asset management solutions at the World Utilities Congress 2023 in Abu Dhabi. Highlighting innovation and operational efficiency, IFS aims to empower utility companies to optimize performance and address sector challenges, supporting their journey toward net-zero targets.
Ooredoo celebrates the 15th anniversary of its Nojoom loyalty programme with a series of events, including a month-long shopping festival and Instagram contest. Members can earn Nojoom Points through purchases with partners and Ooredoo services, with a prize pool of five million points, enhancing customer engagement and rewards.
Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Digital Economy has launched a program to digitize all payments to government institutions, aiming to improve efficiency and reduce fraud. The GovPay app is already connected to 16 institutions, with more expected to join by January 2025, streamlining processes and eliminating inefficiencies and corruption.