Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
HP has announced strategic investments in Saudi Arabia, including a new manufacturing facility in Riyadh and an AI and R&D Centre of Excellence in Dhahran. These initiatives aim to boost Saudi Arabia’s technology sector and education programs, contributing to the country’s Vision 2030 goals of digital transformation and workforce development.
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Key Takeaways: Abu Dhabi, UAE – G42, a leading technology company in the UAE, has announced the publication of its Frntier…
Key Takeaways: Islamabad, Pakistan – Pakistan and Türkiye are deepening their collaboration in the technology sector, focusing on key areas such…
Key Takeaways: Dubai, UAE – Microsoft has commenced its global AI tour in Dubai, showcasing the transformative power of AI and…
The African Cybersecurity Forum in Rabat focuses on strengthening digital security across the continent, with discussions on AI-driven threat detection and cybersecurity transformation. Moroccan ministers emphasized the need for greater pan-African collaboration in securing digital infrastructures, with Morocco at the forefront of cybersecurity development in Africa.
SecurityPal, a Kathmandu-based startup, helps tech companies streamline security questionnaires using a combination of AI and human expertise. The company has grown rapidly, reaching $10 million in revenue and securing major clients like Airtable and Figma. SecurityPal aims to build a tech hub in Nepal while providing competitive salaries and opportunities.
Ai Everything Global Summit in Abu Dhabi and Dubai will dive into the changing dynamics of AI, showcasing innovations from global leaders in tech, government, and investment. With over 200 speakers and influential figures, the event aims to reshape AI strategies and drive future technological progress across industries.
Oman will release a revised national AI policy in early 2025, incorporating sector developments and feedback. The updated policy will drive AI development and safeguard national interests. The government aims to increase the digital economy’s contribution to GDP and develop an Omani large language model and AI studio.
Zain Jordan has implemented an AI-powered chatbot platform using OpenAI’s LLM and OCR technology to improve document management efficiency. The platform allows employees to quickly retrieve data from both digital and scanned documents, saving time, reducing costs, and increasing accuracy, while driving digital transformation within the organization.