Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Presight AI Holding has acquired a 51% stake in AIQ, enhancing its lead in AI and energy sectors in the UAE. This strategic move integrates AIQ’s AI solutions with Presight’s big data analytics, aiming to boost operational efficiencies and expand market offerings, significantly increasing value across involved entities.
Huawei has successfully completed the DigiSchool 2024 project in Morocco, helping to advance digital education and inclusion. The initiative trained students and teachers in ICT skills such as AI, virtual reality, and coding. It is part of Huawei’s global TECH4ALL initiative, supporting Morocco’s education digitalization goals.
This six-month program is fully aligned with the national capacity-building strategy and embodies the vision of transferring technical expertise to…
CINET’s Internship Program offers Kuwaiti students practical training in cybersecurity, data science, and fintech, aiming to prepare youth for Kuwait’s digital economy. The program includes university and high school cohorts, combining hands-on experience with interdisciplinary learning to support national talent development and financial inclusion.
Zain Iraq has partnered with Nokia to modernize its network across southern Iraq using advanced microwave technology. This three-year initiative aims to improve network performance, meet growing data demand, and future-proof the infrastructure for continued growth.
Sonatrach CEO Rachid Hachichi reaffirmed the company’s commitment to Algeria’s industrial transformation by modernizing its fertilizer and chemical sector to boost food security. He also inspected the Koudiet Eddraouche desalination plant, marking a significant step in the country’s water security program, which aims to meet 60% of drinking water needs by 2030.
SLT-MOBITEL has partnered with Echo System Digital Ventures to launch Playstreet, a premium gaming platform in Sri Lanka. Offering over 200 games, the platform provides an affordable and user-friendly gaming experience. It targets Sri Lankans aged 18-35 and features rewards for players, helping diversify SLT-MOBITEL’s digital services.
The event showcased Egypt’s Digital Strategy, focusing on empowering citizens through digital services, creating jobs, and fostering innovation.
Maseera has acquired ADVA, an Egyptian consumer finance platform, to enhance its financial services. The acquisition aims to leverage AI-driven lending solutions to provide inclusive financing for underserved segments in Egypt, particularly in healthcare and education. This move supports Maseera’s global expansion and financial inclusion mission.
UAE-based AI pioneers nybl and Space42 have launched a satellite-enabled AI solution for oil and gas industries to optimize well productivity. This technological advancement predicts pump failures and enhances operational efficiencies, aiming to revolutionize the sector with significant cost savings and increased output.