Forty-six deep-tech startups graduated from the KACST Venture Program in Riyadh, representing sectors like energy, healthcare, and renewables. The program, backed by the National Technology Development Program, supports emerging technologies and aims to transform research into marketable products. The new phase will involve partnerships with Saudi universities.
Naver Corp. has partnered with Saudi Arabia’s AI agency to jointly develop an Arabic large language model (LLM) as part of their collaboration on AI, cloud computing, and data centers. This partnership supports Saudi Arabia’s 2030 vision for a tech-driven economy.
Orange Jordan has inaugurated a new digital fabrication lab at the German Jordanian University, the sixth under its Orange Digital Centres initiative. The lab offers free courses in design and prototyping, empowering students to develop digital skills and turn their ideas into reality, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship.
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Saudi Aramco and BYD have signed a joint development agreement to advance new energy vehicle (NEV) technologies. The partnership will leverage both companies’ R&D capabilities to foster breakthroughs in the sector, aligning with Saudi Arabia’s vision for 30% electrification by 2030 and supporting sustainable transportation innovations.
Onda, a South Korean AI and big data-driven hospitality tech company, has partnered with UAE-based Seed Group to expand into the Middle East. The venture will leverage regional networks and introduce Onda’s digital transformation technologies, including its CRS and PMS systems, to local hotel chains and the hospitality market.
DubaiPay has integrated Tabby to provide flexible deferred payment services for UAE citizens, residents, and visitors. This collaboration enhances digital payment options, offering secure and convenient installment plans. The initiative supports Dubai’s digital transformation goals, promoting innovation, convenience, and financial flexibility for individuals and businesses.
Alinma Bank and Dell Technologies signed an MoU to drive the bank’s digital transformation, focusing on data center solutions, AI, cloud services, and cybersecurity. The collaboration leverages Dell’s APEX platform to enhance Alinma Bank’s digital banking capabilities.
Talaty, a Moroccan fintech company, has secured investment from Witamax and Renew Capital to enhance financial inclusion for SMEs in Morocco and Francophone Africa. The AI-driven platform helps reduce costs and defaults, offering faster credit decisions, and aims to support SMBs with essential financial services across the region.
Amr Talaat, Egypt’s Minister of Communications and Information Technology, inaugurated the Deloitte Innovation Hub in Cairo, with a $30 million investment. This hub aims to enhance the country’s digital services and support local talent, positioning Egypt as a competitive player in the global technology and outsourcing markets.
