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
SDAIA’s Dr. Esam Al-Wagait emphasized Saudi Arabia’s global role in AI-driven digital transformation, citing platforms like Tawakkalna and Absher, Vision 2030’s National AI Strategy, and the Kingdom’s ODIN ranking progress. He stressed international partnerships and highlighted ICAIRE’s role in AI ethics and governance.
Ooredoo and Qatar Airways have signed a new MoU to build a national AI hub and boost Cloud and Cybersecurity capabilities in Qatar. The partnership will leverage Ooredoo’s infrastructure and Qatar Airways’ expertise to accelerate digital transformation, nurture local talent, and reinforce Qatar’s position as a regional tech leader.
Dubai, in partnership with Google, has launched a $1M award for AI-generated short films at the 2026 1 Billion Followers Summit. The contest aims to showcase AI’s creative power in filmmaking while promoting humanitarian storytelling, aligning with the UAE’s investment in the global content economy.
Saudi Arabia, under Vision 2030, has established itself as the region’s AI leader and a rising global power. With SDAIA, Humain, supercomputing investments, and Arabic AI models, the Kingdom is building a comprehensive ecosystem to secure long-term competitiveness and set global standards in artificial intelligence.
Pakistan will introduce AI regulatory sandboxes to help 50 enterprises test applications safely by 2027. Backed by HPC centres, AI hubs, and national data repositories, the initiative is part of a strategy to build a robust AI ecosystem, boost innovation, and strengthen global cooperation.
Experts at the Digital Pakistan Vision 2047 seminar called for urgent AI adoption across industries to boost competitiveness. Speakers emphasized youth education, workforce upskilling, and business involvement, while launching an AI Center to advance discourse and policymaking for Pakistan’s digital future.
KACST’s training program highlights Saudi Arabia’s commitment to building a skilled, future-ready workforce in cutting-edge technologies, ensuring young Saudis are both creators and leaders in the global digital economy.
Yango Tech met Pakistan’s IT Minister Shaza Fatima to explore AI partnerships and digital transformation opportunities. The collaboration aims to strengthen Pakistan’s IT ecosystem, boost exports, and deliver AI-driven solutions through Yango’s services spanning mobility, delivery, retail, and B2B tech.
Bangladesh’s TV market is embracing AI, with global and local brands introducing personalized, voice-controlled, and adaptive smart TVs. While affordability and infrastructure challenges remain, rising demand in urban centres and local innovation suggest AI features will soon become mainstream for Bangladeshi households.
The UAE tourism sector is transforming with AI-driven personalization, smart entry systems, and sustainable technologies. From eco-friendly hotels to 5G-enabled travel services, the country is creating tailored, safe, and seamless journeys. This positions the UAE as a global leader in tech-driven and sustainable tourism.