Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Saudi Arabia participated in the 2025 Global Youth Summit in Cuba, led by the Communications, Space & Technology Commission (CST). The summit, focusing on amplifying youth voices in ICT, featured discussions on youth priorities, digital empowerment, and AI advancements. The Kingdom emphasized youth development in technology and innovation sectors.
MoroccoAI will host its fourth annual conference virtually on December 4-5, 2024, focusing on AI’s transformative role. The event will feature discussions on AI-driven research, innovation, and its application in industries like energy and healthcare. An InnovAI Hackathon with 30,000 MAD in prizes will also be held.
CG Mobile, a subsidiary of Chaudhary Group, is now the sole authorized partner of Motorola in Nepal. The collaboration will see the launch of Motorola phones, from entry-level to flagship models, before Dashain. This partnership aims to revitalize Motorola’s presence in Nepal, with operations managed from India.
Egypt and Saudi Arabia are advancing their industrial cooperation with discussions aimed at enhancing trade and integration in key sectors. The meeting explored joint manufacturing, renewable energy projects, and pharmaceutical collaborations. A key agreement was signed to strengthen steel and telecommunications infrastructure ties, marking a significant step in bilateral economic relations.
EdVentures, Nahdet Misr Group’s venture capital arm, has selected eight new startups to enhance its edtech portfolio. These firms specialize in innovative educational technologies, expanding EdVentures’ total to 22 companies and emphasizing its commitment to revolutionizing Egypt’s educational system.
Samsung Gulf Electronics has launched Samsung TV Plus in the UAE, a free ad-supported TV service available on 2022-2024 Samsung TV models. The platform offers diverse live channels and content, including news, sports, and entertainment, aiming to enhance customer experience with 24/7 access in both English and Arabic.
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Huawei, in collaboration with industry partners, launched the “Stride Towards Techco1.0 Era” initiative at the Huawei B2B Innovation Summit. This initiative signifies the transformation of traditional telecommunications operators into Technology Companies, focusing on business servitization, service platformization, and platform intelligentization to enhance value and operations in the digital age.
InfraX has partnered with Zoho Corp to accelerate digital transformation in UAE enterprises through innovative IoT solutions. Announced at Gitex Global 2024, this collaboration will leverage a low-code IoT platform to deliver tailored solutions, enhancing operational efficiency, sustainability, and customer experiences across various business verticals.
Space42 has successfully launched the Thuraya 4 satellite, marking a key milestone in enhancing its mobile satellite services. The satellite, launched with SpaceX’s Falcon 9, expands coverage across the MENA region, boosting secure connectivity and satellite solutions for defense, government, and enterprise sectors, aligning with the UAE’s Space Strategy 2030.