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
Ooredoo has partnered with Darktrace to offer AI-driven cybersecurity services to businesses in Qatar. The collaboration provides access to the Darktrace ActiveAI Security Platform, enabling real-time threat detection, autonomous response, and protection against emerging cyber risks, strengthening enterprise security and resilience.
Egypt successfully led the adoption of a UN resolution on artificial intelligence in telecommunication development at the World Telecommunication Development Conference 2025. The resolution strengthens ICT capacity-building for developing countries and highlights Egypt’s expanding role in global digital and AI policy within the ITU framework.
Saudi Telecom Company, through Center3, has signed an MoU with PIF-backed Humain to form a joint venture developing AI-focused data centres in Saudi Arabia. The partnership targets up to 1GW of capacity, combining Center3’s infrastructure scale with Humain’s AI mandate to support high-density computing workloads.
e& delivered strong first-half 2025 results with double-digit revenue growth, rising profitability, and expanding subscribers. The Group strengthened its leadership in AI, 5G, and digital services, advanced national digital infrastructure, and scaled fintech, media, enterprise, and lifestyle platforms across the UAE and beyond.
e& delivered strong first-half 2025 results, driven by revenue growth, expanding subscriber numbers, and large-scale investments in AI, 5G, and digital services. The Group advanced national digital infrastructure, strengthened enterprise and consumer offerings, and reinforced global leadership in connectivity, fintech, media, and customer experience.
The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy and ADAFSA have launched an AI-powered Smart Metre Project to enhance water efficiency and sustainable farming. Using real-time data and digital monitoring, the initiative improves water management across farms and supports food and water security as part of Abu Dhabi’s smart agriculture strategy.
Rqeem and Torry Harris have partnered to launch an AI-powered digital marketplace in Riyadh that connects SMEs, industrial leaders, and global investors. Backed by the Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu, the platform supports Vision 2030 by democratising advanced digital tools and accelerating Saudi Arabia’s industrial transformation.
Artificial intelligence is reshaping the world, but its long-term impact depends on responsible adoption. The UAE is uniquely positioned to lead by aligning rapid AI innovation with ethics, transparency, and trust. By embedding governance and human-centric design into its AI strategy, the country is setting a global benchmark for sustainable and responsible intelligent transformation.
Bahrain’s iGA and Royal Academy of Police honoured university students who won the 2025 AI GameDay Challenge, highlighting national efforts to build AI and cloud computing skills. Supported by UNDP, AWS, and stc Bahrain, the initiative showcased youth innovation and practical applications aligned with the Kingdom’s digital transformation goals.
The Council of Europe participated in the AI-Forward Summit 2025 in Tunis, where Daniel Pap presented the AI Framework Convention and HUDERIA tool. The event enhanced regional dialogue on responsible AI governance, focusing on human rights, democratic values, and practical risk assessment approaches across the AI lifecycle.