Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Sri Lanka’s smartphone market saw 218 percent growth in Q2 2024, driven by brands like Honor, ZTE, and Samsung. With 25 percent of shipments being 5G smartphones, and Dialog Axiata expanding 5G coverage, the market continues to thrive, heavily reliant on retail sales.
Kuwait has approved 35 major projects worth $51 billion to be completed by 2033, focusing on infrastructure development. These include housing construction, road upgrades, and a rail line connecting to the Gulf Cooperation Council network. The Mubarak Al-Kabeer Port project is among the largest in the plan.
The TDRA will showcase innovative technologies at GITEX Global 2024, highlighting the UAE’s digital transformation and sustainable solutions. Visitors will explore advanced communication systems like 6G, AI-powered solutions, and smart city initiatives, all aimed at achieving the UAE’s “We the UAE 2031” vision.
Huawei has partnered with Talaat Moustafa Group to introduce AI-powered cloud technology for smart city development in Egypt. This collaboration will enhance cloud services, connectivity, and AI integration in the Noor City project, setting new standards for urban innovation and sustainability.
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.
Bayt.com has partnered with Oracle to streamline recruitment, allowing employers to easily post job openings and access a broad talent pool. The collaboration introduces seamless application processes, AI-powered assessments, and enhanced visibility for employers across the Middle East.
Wialon, a global fleet management platform, will showcase its innovations at Gitex Global 2024. The company will highlight key trends such as AI, IoT, and sustainability, and unveil its new Task Manager feature to streamline fleet operations and enhance efficiency.
Salam Mobile has extended its strategic partnership with Zain KSA until 2030, focusing on leveraging Zain’s advanced 5G infrastructure to enhance services across Saudi Arabia. This collaboration aligns with both companies’ goals to support digital transformation and Saudi Vision 2030.
Egypt’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology signed agreements with Vodafone Egypt, Orange Egypt, and e& Egypt for the second phase of 5G licences. These agreements aim to enhance 5G services, improve network performance, and support sectors like smart cities, healthcare, and logistics.
ZainTECH has partnered with Datanuum to enhance customer data engagement and retention for retail and healthcare businesses. This collaboration will provide solutions for data privacy compliance, customer engagement, and scalable cloud services, supporting business growth across the Middle East.