Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Sri Lanka’s female-led tech entrepreneurs participated in GITEX Global & Expand North Star 2025 in Dubai, showcasing innovation and engaging in global networking under EDB’s New Exporter Development Programme. The event enhanced international exposure and investor connections for Sri Lankan women in the technology sector.sri lanka tech entrepreneurs, gitex 2025, female-led innovation
Almoayyed Computers Middle East won two major awards at GITEX Global 2025 — AI Vendor of the Year and Top System Integrator – Government Digital Transformation Partner — reinforcing Bahrain’s reputation as a rising technology hub and showcasing the company’s leadership in innovation and digital excellence.
Egypt and the UAE have formalized a cybersecurity partnership during GITEX 2025, focusing on protecting critical infrastructure, improving risk management, and boosting regional digital resilience under Egypt’s 2023–2027 cybersecurity strategy.
Sama X, backed by Alghanim Industries, debuted at GITEX Global 2025 with Starlink-powered connectivity solutions for enterprises, governments, and communities across the Middle East, offering high-speed LEO satellite internet and regulatory-approved operations in multiple countries.
Route Mobile and Kalaam Telecom have partnered to deliver WhatsApp Business API services to enterprises across the GCC, combining CPaaS innovation and regional expertise to power next-generation customer engagement and digital transformation.
e& UAE has partnered with Khalifa University and Zayed University to launch the UAE 6G Innovation Hub and National 5G/6G Testbeds, fostering research, talent, and global standardisation leadership in next-generation connectivity.
Comarch and Systems Limited – Middle East & Africa have signed a strategic partnership to jointly offer AI, data, and digital enterprise solutions across the Middle East, beginning with telecom and enterprise clients.
e& UAE and Ericsson have partnered to modernize the UAE’s telecom backbone with cloud-native infrastructure, accelerating 5G, AI, and IoT innovation. Announced at GITEX 2025, the initiative enhances agility, network intelligence, and service monetization in line with the UAE Vision 2031.
Tencent Cloud has signed new partnerships with Tawasal and Klickl to expand its AI, Web3, and cloud capabilities in the UAE. Announced at GITEX 2025, the collaborations enhance the Tawasal SuperApp with gaming integration and strengthen Klickl’s regulated digital finance infrastructure.
Holo has launched an AI-powered platform that streamlines real estate operations, enhancing speed, visibility, and personalization for home-buyers. Coinciding with GITEX 2025, the system unifies mortgage and property workflows, setting a new benchmark for PropTech innovation in the UAE’s fast-growing digital economy.