Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Oman has launched a National Innovation Centre to anchor its semiconductor and AI ambitions, backed by a $20 million investment with US-based Movandi. The initiative will train local talent, drive IP creation, and position the Sultanate as a regional innovation hub under Vision 2040.
Algeria will inaugurate Africa’s largest R&D center to strengthen its innovation ecosystem, drive AI development, and support the country’s knowledge economy through partnerships with global tech leaders and local startups.
Startups within Dubai’s in5 incubator have raised $2.45 billion since 2013, growing 14% year-on-year. With 1,100 startups across four innovation verticals, in5 continues to drive Dubai’s D33 economic and entrepreneurial vision.
Morocco’s Minister Amal El Falah Seghrouchni met with OpenAI to discuss AI cooperation, focusing on building a culturally aligned AI ecosystem. The initiative seeks to harness AI for education, governance, and sustainability, advancing Morocco’s innovation agenda while balancing global partnerships with local priorities.
du’s Envision 2025 highlighted AI’s central role in UAE’s digital transformation, projecting $320bn GDP impact by 2030. With five tech pillars and global partnerships, du is positioning itself as a digital enabler, aligning leadership, innovation, and infrastructure to build sustainable, AI-powered communities.
Bahrain concluded the fifth Young Tech Entrepreneur Programme, recognising participants aged 16–25 for their innovative projects and entrepreneurial spirit. The event also honoured key sponsors and partners for supporting the initiative, reinforcing the kingdom’s commitment to nurturing future leaders in technology and business.
Abu Dhabi’s AI sector grows 61% to 673 firms, driven by MBZUAI and strategic institutions, positioning the emirate as a leading global AI hub with a strong research and innovation ecosystem.
Zain Jordan funded AI startup LeafleX with 15,000 JOD and one year of logistical support, reinforcing its commitment to youth entrepreneurship and tech innovation in healthcare.
Saudi Arabia’s tech delegation led by Minister Abdullah Alswaha visited UK firms specializing in AI, deep tech, and LEO satellite communications, advancing partnerships aligned with Vision 2030 to foster innovation and localization of future technologies.
ORA, a Casablanca-born Moroccan startup, raised $7.5 million in Series A funding, championing the value of local innovation and signaling Morocco’s readiness to support homegrown tech ventures.