Dell Technologies has introduced AI-driven solutions for Microsoft Azure, including Dell APEX File Storage and advanced data protection services. These innovations are designed to accelerate AI adoption, improve performance, and enhance cybersecurity across multicloud environments, helping customers modernize IT infrastructure while safeguarding their data.
Experts predict that AI and IT will play a transformative role in Pakistan by 2025, driving economic growth and improving education. Students recognize the importance of these technologies for academic success, while experts stress the need for better internet infrastructure to fully leverage AI and IT advancements.
Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 continues to fuel the Kingdom’s digital transformation, leading to significant advancements in AI, data management, and smart city development.
Qatar is prioritizing data and artificial intelligence (AI) to drive its digital transformation and build a knowledge-based economy.
The Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) – Medical University of Bahrain will utilize an AI tool to enhance medical students’ diagnostic skills.
The Digital Economy and Artificial Intelligence Committee at the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) is actively exploring initiatives to enhance Oman’s digital economy.
Katalyst Labs hosted the two-day +92Disrupt conference, gathering tech startups, investors, and industry experts to discuss Pakistan’s IT and fintech potential. The event showcased the country’s youth-driven innovation, with discussions on AI and fintech, along with an AI Challenge competition won by a female team from NED University.
Dareesoft has successfully completed a proof of concept (PoC) for its AI-powered RiaaS, which detects road hazards in real-time. Following this success, the company plans to expand its services to the Middle East, starting with the UAE. RiaaS aims to enhance road safety and improve hazard management across sectors.
Palo Alto Networks has outlined key cybersecurity trends for 2025, emphasizing the need for quantum-resistant encryption strategies to prepare for quantum computing threats. Predictions include AI-driven cybersecurity roles, stricter metrics for security performance, and a focus on sustainability in cybersecurity efforts, alongside a shift towards real-time compliance evidence.
Falcon 3, the latest open-source LLM from the Technology Innovation Institute, sets new performance benchmarks for small AI models. With its ability to run efficiently on lightweight infrastructures, including laptops, it offers powerful reasoning and fine-tuning capabilities. This model is poised to revolutionize AI accessibility globally.
