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From generous early incentives to becoming a globally connected accelerator, Hub71 has transformed Abu Dhabi’s tech landscape, fostering innovation across digital assets, AI, and climate tech. With strong regulatory support and investment, it is poised to join the world’s leading tech ecosystems.
Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior highlights the rising threat of sophisticated cyber scams involving fake messages, fraudulent payment links, and fake online stores. With thousands of cases reported annually and significant funds protected, the ministry stresses public vigilance, legal enforcement, and technological collaboration to combat cybercrime and protect digital security.
This strategic move supports Bahrain’s Fifth National Telecommunications Plan (NTP5) to consolidate fixed telecommunications infrastructure under BNET.
With the launch of a $40 billion fund to expand energy access, African Energy Week 2025: Invest in African Energies…
Spekter Games raised $5 million in pre-seed funding to develop Web3-enhanced mobile and social games blending deep gameplay with blockchain incentives. Its first game, Spekter Agency, is testing on Telegram, with plans to expand onto traditional app stores.
Turkcell’s subsidiary TDC secured EUR100 million in interest-free murabaha financing from Emirates NBD to fund data center expansion and digital infrastructure projects. The agreement supports Turkcell’s growth strategy focused on eco-friendly, high-capacity data centers catering to cloud, AI, and big data demands in the MENAT region.
Saudi Arabia launches a national AI incubator to support 20 early-stage startups with funding, mentorship, and technical partnerships. This initiative supports Vision 2030’s goal to diversify the economy and build a competitive AI ecosystem, reinforcing the Kingdom’s position as a regional and global technology leader.
An advanced suite of AI security capabilities provides an easy, safe, and reliable way for companies of all sizes to…
SDAIA has earned the ISO 42001 certification for 2024, acknowledging its adherence to international AI management standards in planning, governance, risk management, and continuous improvement.
The award reflects Algérie Télécom’s commitment to enhancing connectivity and quality services.