Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Orange Jordan participated in the C8 2025 Cybersecurity Conference under the patronage of HRH Crown Prince Hussein, showcasing advanced digital security solutions and reinforcing its role as a responsible leader in secure digital transformation. The company emphasized national partnerships, innovation, and its commitment to strengthening Jordan’s cybersecurity ecosystem and digital economy.
stc Bahrain and Huawei have introduced new digital solutions focused on strengthening SMB digital transformation, including Huawei’s eKit services and updated Ideahub smart screen promotions. Launched at a joint event, the initiative aims to equip businesses with accessible tools for efficiency and growth while reinforcing stc Bahrain’s role as a national digital enabler.
Syria HIGH TECH 2025 brings together 225 exhibitors to highlight Syria’s renewed digital transformation agenda. The event showcases smart cities, AI, e-government and fintech innovations, draws strong regional interest including an 80-company Jordanian delegation, and reflects Syria’s intent to rebuild its digital economy through technology and international partnerships.
The session explored how intelligent networks, AI, avatars, and integrated data systems are reshaping knowledge economies. Experts highlighted inclusive digital access models, the rise of culturally aware AI, and stronger public–private data collaboration as key drivers for future knowledge markets. Connectivity, innovation, and cross-sector partnerships will be essential for equitable global progress.
Oman is accelerating digital transformation and investment facilitation under MoCIIP, achieving major gains in FDI, e-government services, manufacturing output, and non-oil exports. With streamlined licensing, unified digital platforms, and strong incentives like the Golden Visa Program, the Sultanate offers a rapidly improving business environment aligned with Vision 2040.
ZIGURAT’s first Riyadh Local Hub gathered nearly 100 industry professionals to discuss how digital transformation, BIM, AI and Digital Twins are reshaping construction in Saudi Arabia. The event highlighted the alignment between education and industry needs, showcased practical AI applications already in use, and stressed the continued importance of human judgement and ethics alongside automation. The initiative supports Saudi Vision 2030 and reinforces ZIGURAT’s expanding role in developing AECO digital skills across the region.
Oman is emerging as a regional digital and AI leader, achieving major gains across global rankings, government digitisation, AI development, and national talent building. With new AI models, regulatory advances, a unified digital services portal and strong startup support, the Sultanate is accelerating its transformation into a modern, competitive digital economy under Oman Vision 2040.
Morocco signs a strategic partnership with Keiretsu Forum MENA to accelerate digital transformation, boost startup competitiveness, and connect local entrepreneurs with global investor networks.
Morocco’s digital transformation is accelerating, but a new national survey shows that artificial intelligence remains largely misunderstood among the public. According to the 2024–2025 ICT survey by the National Telecommunications Regulatory Agency (ANRT), 61.4% of Moroccans say they do not know what AI is, even as usage surges among digitally active citizens.
e& delivered robust H1 2025 results with AED 34.9 billion in revenue, strong AI and cloud expansion, new global partnerships, and strategic investments that solidify its position as a leading technology and digital transformation group.