Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
du has partnered with Ignyte, a DIFC-backed digital platform, to accelerate AI innovation and support UAE startups. The collaboration offers mentorship, funding, and digital solutions to enhance SME growth and digital transformation. It also strengthens du’s role in fostering a sustainable, innovative ecosystem for entrepreneurs.
Karnali Province’s ‘Digital Karnali’ initiative faces criticism as remote areas continue to struggle with basic infrastructure like electricity and internet access. Despite high-profile events and funding, the region’s digital transformation remains hindered by unspent funds, lack of infrastructure, and slow implementation, leaving the campaign’s success uncertain.
Orange Jordan has partnered with the Applied Science University to supply modern computing equipment for the university’s central laboratories. This initiative supports the university’s updated curricula and enhances students’ digital and research capabilities. The collaboration aligns with Orange Jordan’s commitment to advancing digital education and youth empowerment in Jordan.
Egypt’s Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources completed its first accredited training program for Security Operations Center (SOC) professionals, aimed at strengthening cybersecurity in the energy sector. The initiative, sponsored by MoPMR and hosted by ENPPI, connects SOCs to the National Cybersecurity Center to ensure unified protection.
e& Enterprise and Infobip have launched the Customer Engagement Hub in Saudi Arabia and the UAE, combining both companies’ expertise in data systems and chatbots. The platform allows businesses to deliver personalized marketing and optimize customer engagement through centralized data management and access to multiple communication channels.
Orange Jordan has partnered with the Applied Science University to supply modern computing equipment for the university’s central computer labs. This collaboration aligns with both organizations’ goals of enhancing digital education and research capabilities, supporting Jordanian students with advanced tools to engage in academic and entrepreneurial activities.
The Nahda Tech Conference in Damascus, organized by the Syrian Computer Society and Ministry of Telecommunications, kicked off today. It features a training camp focused on entrepreneurship and IT projects. Minister Abdul Salam Heikal also launched “Hudhud,” a platform aimed at exporting Syrian products to global markets, enhancing the national economy.
Saudi Arabia’s e-commerce sales via MADA cards surged by 73.4% in March, reaching SR27.55 billion. This growth highlights the rapid shift towards digital payments, with online transactions and POS payments both seeing significant increases. SAMA’s partnership with Google Pay marks a step toward further digital expansion in the Kingdom.
The Digital Foreign Direct Investment Forum 2025 (DFDI) in Pakistan concluded successfully with the launch of the Digital FDI Pakistan Insight Report. The event highlighted Pakistan’s leadership in digital transformation, attracting over $700 million in digital investments. The forum emphasized global collaboration for advancing digital economies and sustainable growth.
Oman has improved its ranking in the 2024 GEMS Index, increasing its score to 72%, up from 66% in 2023. The country saw significant progress across key pillars of digital government, including service availability, satisfaction, and mobile platform improvements, though a digital divide still exists in the region.