SentinelOne Appoints Ana Pinczuk as President of Product & Technology
Dubai, United Arab Emirates – September 30, 2025: SentinelOne, the AI-native security leader, announced the appointment of Ana Pinczuk as…
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Hamad Bin Khalifa University Conference Leads Global Dialogue on the Future of AI Ethics
Gathering emphasized urgency for cohesive ethical guidelines across six key themes impacted by the advancement of AI; healthcare, urban design,…
From Dubai to the World: A unique Platform for Startups to Secure Funding and Accelerate Global Growth
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, September 29, 2025: Since 2016, Dubai has hosted Expand North Star, the world’s largest event for…
Dubai to Host 10th Anniversary of Expand North Star, the World’s Startup Growth Platform
Dubai will mark the 10th anniversary of Expand North Star from October 12–15, 2025. The event has become a global launchpad for startups, enabling billions in funding, fostering international expansion, and positioning Dubai as a capital of the digital economy and a gateway for innovation worldwide.
Türkiye to Launch Full 5G Rollout by April 2026
Türkiye will launch nationwide 5G services by April 2026 following a $2.1 billion spectrum allocation. The technology promises faster speeds, ultra-low latency, and massive IoT connectivity. It is expected to revolutionize healthcare, education, logistics, agriculture, and industrial automation, positioning Türkiye as a digital leader in the region.
Zambia Deploys Starlink to Boost Rural Connectivity in Moomba Chiefdom
The Electronic Government Division of the Smart Zambia Institute (SZI) has rolled out Starlink satellite internet kits in Moomba Chiefdom,…
Côte d’Ivoire Secures $95M UAE Funding to Drive Digital Transformation
Côte d’Ivoire has secured $95 million in funding from the UAE to boost digital transformation. The investment will finance a sovereign cloud, AI innovation center, and civil service management upgrades, aiming to modernize governance, empower youth talent, and position the country as a West African hub for digital innovation.
UAE Signs MoU with Keeta to Establish Regional Headquarters and Boost Digital Commerce
The UAE has signed an MoU with Keeta, Meituan’s global subsidiary, to establish its UAE HQ, create 350+ jobs, and onboard 5,000 SMEs. Keeta plans to invest hundreds of millions in AI-driven logistics, drones, and autonomous vehicles to support digital commerce and SME growth.
AI to Contribute Up to 12% of Sri Lanka’s Digital Economy by 2030, Says PM Amarasuriya
Sri Lanka’s Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya announced at the first National AI Expo that AI will drive 10–12% of the country’s digital economy growth by 2030. The government aims for a $15B digital economy, $5B in digital exports, and 200,000 skilled workers.
Sri Lanka Launches First National AI Expo 2025 to Drive Digital Economy Ambitions
Sri Lanka has launched its first National AI Expo 2025, showcasing its digital transformation drive. The government aims to build a $15B digital economy, $5B in digital exports, and a 200,000-strong digital workforce by 2030, while expanding e-services, GovPay, and a national AI platform.