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
AI is transforming major industries globally, including healthcare, aviation, agriculture, education, and energy. MBZUAI is at the forefront, driving advancements through partnerships and innovative projects. AI’s impact ranges from improving healthcare diagnostics to optimizing energy distribution, showcasing its potential to revolutionize various sectors and enhance operational efficiency.
In Q1 2024, 200 Emiratis were trained in app development under the ‘Create Apps in Dubai’ initiative by the Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy. The initiative aims to train 1,000 Emiratis and triple Dubai’s app developers by 2025. The ‘App Olympics’ competition saw 1,100 participants in February.
Swiss GRC has launched its flagship product, the GRC Toolbox, in the Middle East with a new office in Dubai. The GRC Toolbox offers advanced, customizable solutions in Arabic to help organizations enhance governance, ensure regulatory compliance, and manage risks effectively, supporting the region’s digital transformation.
Orange Jordan and the Norwegian Refugee Council have launched a free three-month digital skills training program for Jordanian youth in Irbid. Part of the ‘Najahna – Our Success’ project, the program aims to enhance programming and digital manufacturing skills, empowering participants for the job market.
Telenor, Grameenphone, and Plan International have launched the “Digital Inclusion: Safe Digital Space for Girls and Youth Project” to empower over 2.35 million marginalized women and youth in Bangladesh, focusing on enhancing digital literacy, skills, and creating a safe online environment.
The Moroccan government has announced a new program to extend high-speed internet to 1,800 rural areas, part of its National Plan for the Development of High and Very High Speed Broadband. This initiative, aligned with the National Digital Development Strategy 2030, aims to boost economic growth, improve public services, and foster digital inclusion.
e-finance has acquired stakes in Al Ahly Momken (25%) and EasyCash (13%) to expand its digital payments presence in Egypt, supporting Vision 2030. This partnership aims to leverage e-finance’s technology to develop innovative payment solutions, enhancing services for over 90,000 merchants and 5 million customers.
Microsoft and G42 announced a $1 billion digital investment in Kenya, including a state-of-the-art green data centre to support Microsoft Azure. This initiative aims to enhance Kenya’s digital infrastructure, develop local AI models, expand connectivity, and ensure secure cloud services, fostering digital transformation and economic growth across East Africa.
Ooredoo partnered with ICIESTR 2024 to support innovation and knowledge exchange. Organized by UTAS and IEEE, the conference covered emerging technologies, AI, and sustainable engineering, bringing together industry, academia, and government stakeholders to foster digital transformation and technological advancement.
Vodafone Oman has launched BLACK for Business postpaid plans, offering flexible features like data rollover, roaming, and advanced SMS solutions. These plans cater to businesses of all sizes, aiming to empower Omani enterprises with adaptable communication solutions and best international practices.