Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
InfraX has partnered with Huawei to advance the UAE’s sustainable digital future through mission-critical network modernization, AI-powered automation, and 5G-enabled utility transformation under Dubai’s Clean Energy Strategy 2050.
e& reported AED 8.8 billion net profit in H1 2025, up 60.7% year-on-year, with strong 5G, AI, and cloud ecosystem expansion. The company launched the UAE Sovereign Cloud Launchpad, partnered with Qualcomm and AWS, and continued driving digital transformation across global markets.
Sri Lanka has completed procurement for its new government cloud, LGC 2.5, which introduces hybrid multi-cloud capabilities and AI infrastructure. Managed by ICTA, the upgraded platform will enhance digital services, data sovereignty, and national cybersecurity within the country’s digital transformation roadmap.
Sri Lanka’s digital economy has grown to Rs. 1.3 trillion (4.5% of GDP), led by e-commerce and e-services. E-commerce is projected to reach $3.9 billion by 2029, while e-services are expected to hit $1.9 billion, reflecting rapid digital adoption and consumer engagement across the island.
Autoleague has partnered with BeyondTrust to deploy Privileged Access Management and Privileged Remote Access solutions, boosting cybersecurity, eliminating persistent passwords, and ensuring secure connectivity for its Australia and Sri Lanka operations.
Sri Lanka plans to ban smartphone ownership and use among children under 12 to curb screen addiction and protect mental well-being. The move, announced by Child Affairs Minister Saroja Paulraj, seeks to promote healthier development and reduce exposure to harmful online content.
COLABS has expanded into Saudi Arabia with a new flagship site in Riyadh through a partnership with Waseel Investment and renewed support from Shorooq. The move, aligned with Vision 2030, aims to foster entrepreneurship, creative collaboration, and cross-border investment between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan.
Qatar Charity’s win at the Qatar Digital Business Awards 2025 underscores its digital transformation journey, celebrating innovative platforms that enhance donor and beneficiary engagement across global humanitarian operations.
Qatar Charity received the “Best Digital Experience” award alongside Qatar Airways at the 9th Qatar Digital Business Awards 2025 for its innovative platforms that enhance donor and beneficiary engagement through advanced digital services.
AI-driven browsers like OpenAI’s Atlas and Microsoft’s Copilot Edge are redefining online search, blending chatbots with browsing for smarter automation. While Google Chrome still dominates, emerging “agentic AI” systems may soon transform how users interact with the web, search, and digital services.