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US, UAE partner to build AI combat drone “Omen”
The US and UAE have partnered to build Omen, an advanced AI-powered combat drone that can take off vertically and fly like an aircraft. Developed by Anduril and EDGE Group in Abu Dhabi, the drone will incorporate the Lattice AI system for autonomous decision-making. With production expected by 2028, the project strengthens US-UAE defense ties and marks a major leap toward AI-driven military systems.
Sri Lanka unveils 2026 digitization plan as Togo goes digital
Sri Lanka’s 2026 budget earmarks nearly $100 million to accelerate national digital transformation through digital IDs, e-government systems, payments modernization, and workforce upskilling. Meanwhile, Togo is digitizing energy ministry services as part of a broader nationwide e-government strategy. These efforts reflect a regional acceleration in digitalization across Asia and Africa, despite challenges such as talent shortages and infrastructure concerns.
From consumers to creators: Saudi Arabia is engineering its own AI future
Saudi Arabia is redesigning engineering education to become an AI-producing nation rather than an AI-consuming one. King Saud University is embedding AI across its curriculum, opening advanced labs, launching an AI for Engineering Center, and partnering with global universities. This transformation supports Vision 2030 and aims to develop engineers capable of building sovereign AI systems, next-generation networks, and advanced technologies that power national competitiveness.
MYCRANE named Digital Innovation Partner for Saudi Arabia’s Heavy Equipment Connect Forum & Expo 2026
Saudi Arabia has appointed MYCRANE as the Digital Innovation Partner for the Heavy Equipment Connect Forum & Expo 2026, a major new industrial event aligned with Vision 2030. Scheduled for February 2026, the expo will bring global machinery leaders together while MYCRANE implements digital matchmaking and engagement tools to improve efficiency, connectivity, and procurement in the heavy equipment sector.
Level Up MENA: How digital education and skills are powering the next generation of jobs
The World Bank highlights a growing digital skills gap in the MENA region as economies undergo rapid digital and AI-driven transformation. While demand for digital and AI talent surges across sectors—from finance to agriculture—education and training systems are struggling to keep pace. Countries are responding with national strategies, early digital education, bootcamps, and skills mapping, aiming to make digital capabilities a foundation for future jobs and economic resilience.
MCIT holds Digital Skills Working Group meeting
Qatar’s MCIT has held the second Digital Skills Working Group meeting to coordinate national efforts under the Digital Agenda 2030. Government ministries reviewed progress on digital skills frameworks, youth-focused initiatives, and training programmes, while discussing ways to improve alignment across national projects. The meeting aims to build a unified, strategic digital skills ecosystem for Qatar.
BlueBird Company to produce SpyX drones in Morocco, marking major milestone in Kingdom’s defense industry
BlueBird Aero Systems, a subsidiary of Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), has begun training Moroccan engineers and technicians as part of the technology transfer programme supporting the launch of a new SpyX drone production facility in Morocco. The initiative marks a significant milestone in the Kingdom’s growing defense manufacturing sector and strengthens its ambition to develop local high-tech capabilities.
Ericsson and e& launch second cohort of Excelerate& programme
Ericsson and e& have launched the second cohort of the Excelerate& programme, a year-long initiative providing Emirati professionals with advanced training in 5G, cloud, AI-driven networks, and strategic leadership. The programme blends coursework, mentorship, and global exposure to build future telecom leaders aligned with the UAE’s Centennial 2071 vision and national digital transformation goals.
Ed-tech company Kami named EY Entrepreneur of the Year
Kami co-founders Hengjie Wang and Alliv Samson have been named EY Entrepreneur of the Year, after building one of the world’s largest ed-tech platforms used by 70 million students and teachers across 180 countries. While globally successful, the founders hope the win will spark improvements in New Zealand’s digital classroom infrastructure. Kami will compete at EY’s global finals in 2026.