Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Riyadh Air has partnered with IBM to integrate WatsonX and AI solutions into its operations. This collaboration aims to enhance guest and employee experiences, optimize flight operations, and set a new standard for aviation as part of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. The airline aims to become the world’s first digital-native carrier.
Pocket Gamer Connects Jordan will be held on November 9-10, bringing together over 1,000 gaming industry professionals at Jordan’s Dead Sea. The event features a 14-hour conference program with 50 experts, offering networking opportunities and insights into the rapidly growing MENA gaming sector.
Mastercard appoints Saud Swar as country manager for Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Jordan, and Levant, strengthening regional leadership. Swar brings 17+ years of financial services experience, including senior roles at American Express, to drive digital economy growth and partnerships.
LEAN, a Kuwaiti IT firm, partnered with Lenovo to build a reliable, locally hosted cloud infrastructure, providing data sovereignty and high performance. The collaboration has resulted in zero downtime and cost savings for LEAN, allowing the company to offer SLA-backed performance guarantees to clients, cementing its market leadership.
Morocco hosted the Smart City Morocco RoadShow & Expo 2025/2030 from May 21 to 23, promoting sustainable urban innovation across Casablanca, Rabat, and Benguerir. The event aligns with King Mohammed VI’s vision and prepares for the FIFA World Cup 2030, emphasizing resilient, connected, and inclusive smart cities.
Robi and Airtel users can now link their bKash accounts to the “My Robi” and “My Airtel” apps for easy, PIN-free payments. bKash has also become a preferred payment partner, allowing customers to purchase plans and open bKash accounts directly within the apps, enhancing digital payment convenience and security.
Bahrain National Insurance Company (bni) has signed an MoU with Nasmaakum, a sign language mobile app developed by Invita. This partnership aims to provide real-time sign language interpretation services, enhancing accessibility for individuals who communicate primarily through sign language.
Algeria has broken ground on an AI data center in Oran, aiming to boost technological access for researchers and startups. The facility is part of the country’s broader strategy to grow its AI sector, contributing 7% to its GDP by 2027, and positioning Algeria as a leader in Africa’s digital transformation.
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