Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Qatar is embedding artificial intelligence across government services and national programs under its Digital Agenda 2030. Through coordinated policy, infrastructure investment, and applied AI projects, the country is strengthening efficiency, innovation, and its position as a regional technology hub.
Pakistan will host a national AI conference in early 2026 to strengthen its artificial intelligence ecosystem and promote emerging technologies. The event will convene startups, researchers, policymakers, and investors to discuss AI applications, innovation challenges, and responsible adoption across key sectors of the economy.
Microsoft has appointed Mohamed Kassem as General Manager of Microsoft Egypt, effective December 1, 2025. With nearly 20 years at Microsoft, Kassem will lead strategy and operations, partnering with government and enterprises to accelerate Egypt’s digital transformation across cloud, AI, and cybersecurity.
Group-IB and VAS have signed an MoU to expand cybersecurity cooperation in Saudi Arabia through joint market development, partner enablement, and awareness initiatives. The partnership leverages advanced threat intelligence and local expertise to strengthen digital resilience aligned with the Kingdom’s digital transformation goals.
Oman has launched multiple AI pilot projects across healthcare, justice, education, cybersecurity, and public procurement through public–private partnerships. The initiatives improve efficiency, data-driven decision-making, and service quality, while opening new opportunities for investors and businesses in the Sultanate’s growing AI ecosystem.
Sharjah Coop has partnered with LEAFIO to deploy an AI-powered retail platform aimed at improving inventory management, merchandising, and operational efficiency. The initiative supports the Coop’s digital transformation strategy and positions it as a leader in smart retail innovation in the UAE.
Qatar hosted GCC workshops on smart factory transformation, focusing on Industry 4.0 readiness, SME support, and regional industrial cooperation. The event advanced plans for a Gulf Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution, reinforcing digital transformation as a key driver of competitiveness and sustainable industrial growth.
Oman’s Tech and Telecom CEOs’ Forum brought business leaders together in Muscat to discuss technology investment, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation. The event highlighted the sector’s role in economic diversification, private sector competitiveness, and Oman Vision 2040, while emphasizing collaboration, innovation, and youth empowerment.
Egypt improved its Digitalization of Work and Training Index score to 80.3 in 2025, advancing by 1.9 points year on year. The progress reflects successful national initiatives that focus on digital skills training, youth empowerment, and workforce readiness for the global digital economy.
Nice Deer has partnered with Telecom Egypt to manage healthcare services for over 28,000 employees through its digital insurance platform. The collaboration will automate insurance operations, improve claims accuracy, enhance transparency, and reduce costs, reinforcing both companies’ commitment to digital transformation and innovation in Egypt’s corporate healthcare ecosystem.