Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
King Abdulaziz University has launched an AI-focused student exchange program with the University of Oxford, covering cybersecurity, data science, and software development, aiming to equip students with cutting-edge knowledge and real-world solutions.
Du and Paltel have partnered to establish a direct, high-speed telecom link between the UAE and Palestine, enhancing connectivity and services for wholesale and enterprise markets across the region.
SANS Institute is bringing its world-class cybersecurity training to Doha in September 2024, offering courses designed to equip professionals with the skills to protect Qatar’s critical infrastructure and enhance cybersecurity resilience.
IO Kitchens secures $2.8 million in seed funding to scale its cloud kitchen operations in Oman, leveraging advanced technology to meet the growing demand for high-quality food delivery.
Orange Maroc expands its “Digital Schools” program to equip 55 rural schools with tablets and computers, aiming to improve access to education and combat school dropouts by enhancing learning through technology.
Zambia launches Digital Health Systems to improve access to medical care, reduce drug theft, and enhance healthcare delivery through AI and digital tools, especially in underserved rural areas.
Abu Dhabi’s artificial intelligence and cloud company, G42, has unveiled its Hindi large language model (LLM), named Nanda, during the…
Clear Blue Technologies partners with Growth Energy to power telecom sites in Africa using solar energy, replacing diesel generators. This initiative aims to provide clean, reliable power to critical telecom services with Clear Blue’s smart power solutions.
Islamabad hosts the International Training Workshop on Strategic Marketing for Digital Transformation, gathering marketing professionals from across the Asia-Pacific region to share insights on digital marketing and business growth strategies.
Grameenphone’s MyGP app has won the Asian Technology Award 2024, recognized for its role in revolutionizing telecommunications in Bangladesh with user-friendly features like account management, one-tap payments, and live streaming.