Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Inception, a G42 company, has signed a strategic partnership with CPX to enhance AI innovation and cybersecurity across industries. The MoU designates CPX as the main provider of cybersecurity services, while Inception becomes CPX’s primary partner for AI product development, co-creating AI-native cybersecurity solutions.
The Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) launched the Deep Tech Summit (DTS) to position Africa as a leader in global innovation. The summit focuses on artificial intelligence’s role in transforming deep tech and brings together founders, researchers, and investors to tackle real-world challenges.
The TP Innovation Centre has opened in Dubai Internet City, offering immersive experiences, design thinking labs, and workshops tailored to key industries like banking, healthcare, and retail. The center focuses on co-creation, talent development, and digital competitiveness, aiming to drive innovation and support Dubai’s ambitious digital future goals.
Fcode Labs, a Sri Lanka-based software company, has entered the European market through a strategic partnership in Sweden with Anton Lundberg as Partner and Country Director. The collaboration focuses on delivering SaaS products and AI solutions, addressing tech talent shortages, and scaling digital products for European businesses.
du has secured a $544 million deal with Microsoft to build a hyperscale data centre in the UAE, aimed at enhancing digital infrastructure and supporting enterprise cloud computing. This move aligns with du’s strategic push to position the UAE as a global hub for AI and digital innovation.
The Global Data & AI Virtual Tech Conference 2025 in Amman, organized by Jordan’s Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship, focuses on empowering education and expanding AI innovation in the public sector. It emphasizes AI’s role in reshaping economies, governments, and service delivery to support sustainable development.
Dr. Khulood Almani, CEO of HKB Tech, outlines her vision for Saudi Arabia’s AI innovation and digital transformation. With a focus on sustainable entrepreneurship, AI-driven development, and localizing technology, she emphasizes the need for regulatory frameworks and collaboration to drive economic growth while fostering a digitally inclusive future.
Oman is making strides in AI innovation, with numerous startups leading the charge across various sectors. From marine sustainability to FinTech, these AI-driven companies are shaping the future of industries in the Sultanate. The government’s National AI Program supports the goal of boosting digital economy contributions to 10% by 2040.
GITEX Africa Morocco 2025, set for April 14-16 in Marrakech, will showcase Africa’s digital transformation with a focus on AI, fintech, and sustainability. The event will bring together industry leaders, government officials, and investors to explore key sectors like EdTech, AgriTech, and HealthTech, driving innovation and investment.
AI Disrupt 2025, organized by Bluechip Technologies Asia, successfully showcased AI-driven innovations and their impact on businesses. Key highlights included discussions on AI applications, Large Language Models, productivity tools like Microsoft Copilot, and regional AI trends. The event underscored Sri Lanka’s growing role in AI education and adoption.