Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
IFS has announced the general availability of its latest IFS Cloud release, featuring AI-powered functionalities to enhance operational effectiveness and profitability. Key highlights include the IFS.ai Copilot, Analytics as a Service, and enhanced sustainability tools, aimed at improving decision-making, optimizing resource utilization, and driving business success.
stc Kuwait has been ranked as the 3rd strongest telecom brand globally and the most valuable in the Middle East, according to Brand Finance’s “Telecoms 150” Report. The company’s 16% growth in brand value to $16.1 billion is attributed to its Masterbrand strategy and significant achievements in digital transformation.
Celona has partnered with stc Group to launch private 5G solutions aimed at enhancing wireless connectivity for businesses. This collaboration will streamline automation, reduce costs, and enable faster deployment of new services across sectors like oil and gas, logistics, and manufacturing in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Bahrain.
Kuwait is strengthening its partnership with Google Cloud to accelerate its national digital transformation as part of the 2035 vision. Communication Minister Omar Al-Omar announced a joint training program focused on developing skills in AI and Cybersecurity, aimed at fostering a new generation of tech leaders in the country.
Bayanat and Vay have partnered to advance teledriving technology in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific, combining AI and geospatial data to enhance autonomous mobility. This collaboration includes a joint R&D initiative aimed at developing safe, next-generation autonomous solutions.
Opensignal’s latest analysis ranks Saudi Arabia third in 5G download speeds among EMEA markets, reflecting significant advancements in 5G deployment. The report highlights improvements in network performance, impressive 5G upload speeds, and the impact of government initiatives like Vision 2030 in fostering 5G growth in the GCC region.
EDOTCO Bangladesh has launched a modernized 5G-ready Tower Operation Center in Dhaka, enhancing telecom tower management and operational efficiency. The initiative aligns with Bangladesh’s digital transformation goals and EDOTCO’s commitment to sustainability and innovation in telecom infrastructure.
Saudi Arabia introduces the AI-powered Manara Robot at Mecca’s Grand Mosque to assist pilgrims with religious guidance in 11 languages during Hajj. The robot offers video access to Islamic scholars, integrates traditional design with modern tech, and is part of wider smart crowd management and robotics initiatives advancing Vision 2030.
Zain KSA has secured a license from the Digital Government Authority to provide digital authentication services, supporting Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation under Vision 2030. The services will enhance electronic transactions, ensuring security and compliance with regulations, and will be available to both government and private sector clients.
Pakistan has achieved a significant digital milestone with mobile subscriptions surpassing 200 million. Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif will announce this achievement during a ceremony on May 16 or 17, 2025. The PTA is also offering free data bundles and smartphone giveaways to celebrate and promote digital inclusion.