Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
PetroApp’s $50 million funding round led by Jadwa Investment supports its IPO plans and regional growth across four countries. The platform leverages Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation and rising demand for efficient, integrated fleet management, marking a significant evolution in Middle East payment ecosystems.
Morocco’s Deputy Minister emphasized the urgent need to integrate AI into national strategies to protect sovereignty and promote social equity. Speaking at the inaugural National AI Conference, she urged the public sector to adapt and lead AI adoption aligned with Morocco’s Digital 2030 vision, reinforcing the country’s role in shaping Africa’s technological future.
Orange Jordan sponsored ICIT 2025, highlighting its role in advancing Jordan’s digital economy through youth empowerment and innovation. The conference fostered dialogue on emerging technologies, while Orange Jordan showcased initiatives like the Orange Digital Center and hackathons to prepare youth for the future of work. This engagement supports national goals for a tech-driven, inclusive society.
Qatar’s technology acceleration, driven by AI adoption and robust government investment, has propelled its innovation rankings and digital economy growth. With strong leadership embracing GenAI, quantum computing, and industry collaboration, Qatar is building a resilient, diversified economy aligned with its 2030 vision.
Saudi Arabia’s government ICT contracts grew 18.75% to SR38 billion in 2024, driven by health, military, and infrastructure sectors. Investments focus on AI, cloud, and emerging tech, supporting Vision 2030. The Kingdom leads globally in digital government rankings and ICT spending share.
COMEX 2025, Oman’s flagship tech exhibition, returns with a focus on eGovernment, enterprise ICT, startups, gaming, and fintech. The event offers global pavilions, hackathons, and awards, drawing leaders and investors to explore opportunities in Oman and the GCC.
Superintelligent AI could arrive soon, offering the Middle East transformative opportunities in governance, education, science, and new industries. Saudi Arabia’s ambitious AI initiatives, including the Humain project and strategic partnerships, position the region to lead both in innovation and ethical governance amid this technological revolution.
Almost half of Saudi internet users spend seven or more hours daily online, mainly via mobile phones. Peak usage is in the evening, with most access from home. Android leads mobile OS, while Windows dominates desktops, reflecting the Kingdom’s advancing digital landscape.
ST Engineering iDirect and solutions by stc have partnered to upgrade satellite communication networks across Saudi Arabia. The collaboration will enhance scalable, reliable connectivity for government, enterprise, and telecom sectors, supporting the Kingdom’s fast-growing digital economy and infrastructure goals.
PTA Chairman visited Telenor Group in Norway to discuss digital transformation, 5G, AI use cases, and efficient spectrum management models, as part of Pakistan’s ongoing efforts to modernize its telecom sector.