Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Qatar’s hosting of MWC 2025 highlights its commitment to digital innovation, supporting its Vision 2030. The event will showcase advancements in AI, 5G, IoT, and cloud computing, enhancing Qatar’s position as a global technology hub. It fosters international collaboration and investment in Qatar’s digital infrastructure and economic diversification.
Ooredoo Qatar, in partnership with Microsoft, launched “Obot” at Web Summit Qatar 2025. Powered by GPT-4, this AI assistant will enhance customer service by offering personalized recommendations, order tracking, and more. Obot will be available across multiple platforms, further elevating Ooredoo’s customer experience.
Huawei is expanding its presence in Qatar by venturing into the AI industry, aiming to support Qatar’s Vision 2030. The company plans to provide AI solutions, cloud services, and smart city technologies. Huawei also partnered with Starlink WLL to distribute its cloud services, enhancing Qatar’s digital transformation.
Riyadh Air has partnered with IBM to integrate WatsonX AI into its operations, enhancing customer experiences and optimizing flight operations. This move supports the airline’s goal to become the world’s first digital-native carrier, aligning with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 to serve 330 million passengers annually by 2030.
Selcore has opened its headquarters in Riyadh as part of its strategic expansion in the Middle East. The company launched the “Secure 2030” initiative to enhance cybersecurity and data protection for Saudi institutions. This move aligns with Saudi Vision 2030 and strengthens the country’s digital transformation efforts.
Telenor Pakistan has signed a strategic deal with Huawei at MWC 2025 to upgrade its Communication Business Support System (CBS), enhancing its billing infrastructure, real-time data processing, and customer experience. The collaboration marks a significant step in Telenor’s digital transformation journey with long-term technological support from Huawei.
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