Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Reliance Intelligence and Google Cloud partner to expand AI accessibility in India, offering 18 months of free AI Pro access for Jio users and boosting local AI infrastructure through Google’s TPUs.
TCS and Google Cloud launched the Google Cloud Gemini Experience Center in Riyadh to accelerate AI innovation across the Middle East. The hub will enable enterprises to prototype GenAI solutions, leverage Google’s infrastructure, and collaborate with TCS experts to drive digital transformation in key industries.
Kuwait has launched the second edition of its Digital Skills Development Initiative with Google Cloud, targeting training in AI, cloud, and cybersecurity. The program supports “New Kuwait 2035” by boosting institutional efficiency, strengthening competitiveness, and positioning Kuwait as a regional technology hub.
Ecobank and Google Cloud have partnered to transform African financial services using AI and advanced analytics. The collaboration aims to enhance payment and remittance solutions, improve SME financing, and develop user-friendly digital banking platforms across 33+ African countries, supported by Google Cloud’s technology and expert services.
Ooredoo has expanded its partnership with Google Cloud to deploy the APIGEE API platform, enabling network-as-a-service capabilities and new revenue models through GSMA Open Gateway APIs across fintech, mobility, and other industries.
Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) and Google Cloud have launched an upskilling initiative to advance AI leadership in Dubai’s government. The program will appoint Chief AI Officers (CAIOs) across entities, providing them with cutting-edge AI tools and training to drive innovation and achieve impactful deployments, furthering Dubai’s position as a global AI leader.
The DXB Female Founders event series, sponsored by Google Cloud, aims to empower women entrepreneurs in the UAE. Hosted at Google Cloud’s Dubai office, the series offers workshops, expert sessions, and mentorship to support women in scaling their businesses and achieving success in a competitive landscape.
Google Cloud Summit Saudi Arabia underscored the Kingdom’s digital transformation goals and Google Cloud’s pivotal role. Marking the Dammam Cloud Region’s anniversary, it brought together leaders, showcased innovations in AI, and highlighted initiatives for startups, developers, and women in tech, fueling Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.
Almarai, the world’s leading vertically-integrated dairy company, partners with Google Cloud to enhance operational efficiency and customer experience through digital transformation. By migrating critical systems to Google Cloud, Almarai aims to boost innovation, scalability, and data sovereignty, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030 for national digital advancement.
Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) has partnered with Google Cloud to establish a global AI hub near Dammam. This collaboration aims to enhance the local workforce with AI programs and improve digital payment solutions. The initiative underscores Saudi Arabia’s commitment to becoming a leading player in the AI sector.