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
UN Envoy Amandeep Singh Gill commended Egypt’s digital transformation efforts, highlighting its robust infrastructure and the increasing focus on digitization across the Arab world. Gill emphasized the need for global cooperation in digital advancements, especially to foster youth employment. He also discussed regional collaboration on AI governance and digital trade expansion.
Zain Group has reported record revenue of KD2 billion ($6.4 billion) for FY2024, marking a 3% YoY growth. The company’s net income increased by 15%, and its EBITDA reached KD689 million ($2.25 billion). Zain also recommended a cash dividend of 35 fils per share for the year.
Metito Utilities has selected SAP’s AI-powered cloud solutions, Grow with SAP, to accelerate its digital transformation. The collaboration will enhance operational efficiency, scalability, and financial agility. SAP’s cloud technologies, including S/4HANA Cloud and SAP Analytics Cloud, will streamline operations, improve decision-making, and support Metito’s sustainable growth.
Telenity has upgraded its Digital Services Platform for Ooredoo Algeria, transforming it into a full-stack solution that optimizes partner ecosystem orchestration, service catalog management, and digital content monetization. The new platform streamlines operations and enhances customer engagement, driving service agility and supporting Ooredoo’s digital transformation and growth.
Zain Bahrain has tripled internet speeds for its fiber plans, now offering speeds up to 2 Gbps. This upgrade ensures faster browsing and better connectivity for both new and existing customers, supporting Bahrain’s digital transformation and enhancing the digital lifestyle for businesses and households.
Transguard Group has partnered with the DIFC Innovation Hub to drive innovation in smart building solutions across the UAE. The collaboration will focus on AI-driven systems, predictive maintenance, and energy optimization, with workshops and pilot programs designed to advance sustainability, efficiency, and security in intelligent infrastructure.
Saudi Arabia is leveraging AI to drive its economic transformation under Vision 2030, with AI projected to contribute 12.4% to GDP by 2030. Key trends include advancements in Arabic NLP, generative AI, ethical AI, and workforce development. The Kingdom is positioned as a global leader in AI innovation, balancing progress with sustainability.
Aamal Company Q.P.S.C. has signed an MoU with Huawei to enhance collaboration in cloud technologies. Aamal IT will join Huawei’s Cloud Partner Network and Cloud Service Provider Program. The partnership aims to accelerate digital transformation, optimize operations, and provide advanced cloud solutions to businesses across industries.
Microsoft’s AI Tour stopped in Muscat, showcasing the potential of AI to support Oman’s Vision 2040. The event featured discussions with key leaders from Microsoft and highlighted real-world AI applications in education, business, and cybersecurity. AI Excellence Awards were presented to recognize organizations driving innovation in the digital economy.
iXAfrica has launched the first phase of its NBOX1 hyperscale data centre in Nairobi, featuring 780 racks and 4.5MW of IT capacity. The facility is optimized for AI workloads and connected to major internet exchanges. iXAfrica aims to support cloud adoption and digital transformation across East Africa.