Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Omani satellite manufacturer Spazers has partnered with Australia’s Southern Cross Space to enhance satellite imaging and analytics capabilities. The agreement aims to leverage advanced technologies, supporting Oman’s goal of becoming a regional hub for space activities and contributing to the digital economy’s growth by 10% by 2040.
Morocco’s telecommunications sector saw significant growth in the first half of 2024, with the subscriber base reaching 59.8 million, driven by a 5% increase in mobile users. Internet subscriptions also grew by 6.9%, surpassing 39.1 million, reflecting the country’s digital transformation and resulting in a mobile penetration rate of 152.1%.
The Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA) and Qatar Research, Development, and Innovation (QRDI) Council signed a cooperation agreement aimed at strengthening…
KAFD and Huawei have launched Saudi Arabia’s first Smart WiFi-7 service, enhancing connectivity across KAFD. This new service, part of the district’s Smart City Platform, improves digital infrastructure, providing faster, more reliable internet access and tailored experiences, supporting the country’s Vision 2030 and solidifying KAFD as a smart city leader.
The People’s National Assembly (APN) of Algeria has inaugurated its new data center, located on the fifth floor of its building, on October 31, 2024. The facility is touted as one of Algeria’s most modern and will handle data processing, storage, and security systems.
Pakistan and Meta discuss AI-driven digitalisation to boost public sector innovation under the Digital Pakistan vision, focusing on generative AI and local language models.
Doha, October 15, 2025: The Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA) has commenced the gradual launch of the first phase of the…
The white paper by MIT Sloan Management Review and Astra Tech highlights the UAE’s leadership in AI adoption, with businesses increasingly using Large Language Models and Action Models for customer service, product development, and personalized experiences. The report emphasizes AI’s transformative potential across various sectors in the Middle East.
e& UAE has launched a suite of AI-powered solutions in partnership with Microsoft to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The offerings, including Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365, and Azure, aim to enhance productivity, improve customer experiences, and drive sustainable growth through AI integration and skilling initiatives.
Enterprises can quickly move from prototype to production-ready AI agents with Streaming Agents Dubai, United Arab Emirates—August 20, 2025 —…