Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Kuwait is accelerating its digital transformation through upgraded infrastructure, strong government backing, and initiatives to strengthen talent, SMEs, and telecom readiness. Nexus 2025 highlights the country’s commitment to innovation, showcasing emerging technologies and fostering public–private collaboration aimed at advancing Kuwait’s Vision 2035 digital economy.
Ooredoo Kuwait has launched exclusive roaming offers for fans traveling to Qatar for Arab Cup 2025, including a free one-day 15GB data pass and a 50% discounted roaming pack with 500GB data and 500 minutes. A new permanent 2TB roaming package has also been introduced. The company aims to deliver high-value, seamless connectivity for supporters during the tournament and beyond.
Kuwait has launched the STEM Racing Academy to train young students in engineering, aerodynamics, and design through hands-on racing car projects and workshops. Developed with Formula 1 and Mabani Real Estate, the program supports the national STEM Racing Championship and prepares Kuwaiti youth to compete in global innovation competitions.
Kuwait will host a national AI Hackathon in February 2026 as part of its push to accelerate digital transformation. Announced at SAP’s Innovation Day Forum, the initiative will unite government bodies, universities, and innovators to develop AI solutions, supported by SAP’s new partnership with CAIT to upskill Kuwait’s youth.
Kuwait is reinforcing digital transformation as a core pillar of Vision 2035, with strong national indicators in connectivity, 5G leadership, and digital readiness. The conference serves as a key platform connecting policymakers and innovators to drive AI-powered governance, economic diversification, and future-focused public services.
November 11, 2025: Netflix’s latest ISP Speed Index—which measures prime-time streaming performance—shows a general uptick in global internet speeds, with notable gains by providers in Kuwait and the United States.
Kuwait launched its “Kuwait Skills” digital training program in partnership with Microsoft and CAIT, targeting AI, cloud, and Copilot proficiency for over 130,000 individuals, reinforcing its New Kuwait 2035 vision to build a sustainable, innovation-led digital economy.
Kuwait City, October 29, 2025 — Zain Group, a leading telecommunications and digital services provider operating across eight markets in the Middle East and Africa, has announced a 16-year high consolidated revenue of KD 1.7 billion ($5.4 billion) for the first nine months of 2025, marking a 15% year-on-year (YoY) increase.
Kuwait will host the 4th Digital Transformation Kuwait Conference on November 17–18, uniting government, regulators, and tech leaders to drive Vision 2035 through AI, cloud, and cybersecurity innovation.
LONDON – Kuwait is accelerating its digital transformation efforts and expanding international partnerships to strengthen communication systems and foster a sustainable, inclusive digital economy, according to Omar Al-Omar, Minister of State for Communication Affairs.