Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
A new FII Institute–Accenture report finds 87% of global investors plan to boost AI funding in the Global South, with India, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East set to lead this next wave of innovation.
Accenture and Cassava Technologies have partnered to deploy Nvidia-powered AI infrastructure in Africa, starting in South Africa and expanding regionally. The initiative will localise AI with cultural context and serve sectors from finance to healthcare, supported by Cassava’s fibre backbone and sovereign data centre strategy.
Accenture and Qatar Airways’ AI Skyways initiative aims to redefine aviation by combining responsible AI, operational optimisation, and personalised customer experiences.
Accenture and du have partnered under a five-year contract to enhance the application development and maintenance of du’s IT landscape. This collaboration aims to improve agility and market responsiveness while adopting new technologies such as generative AI and advanced analytics, supporting du’s digital-first strategy.