Eyouth has partnered with EDT& Partners to train one million youth in Africa and the Middle East in digital skills, including AI, programming, and data analysis. Backed by a $6 million investment, the programme aims to close the digital skills gap and drive innovation across the region, launching in February 2025.
Over the last month, the Middle East’s telecom landscape has been awash with high-impact deals, forward-thinking partnerships, and major technology…
GoDaddy is helping MENA businesses boost sales growth in 2025 with AI-powered tools. The company offers solutions to optimize e-commerce, digital marketing, and customer engagement, enabling businesses to build strong digital presences, streamline operations, and attract new customers through localized platforms and targeted strategies.
Apaya and Telr have formed a strategic partnership to enhance e-commerce in the MENA region. The collaboration integrates Telr’s payment solutions with Apaya’s no-code automation platform, providing merchants with seamless payment experiences, fraud protection, and advanced financial services. This partnership aims to drive digital commerce growth across the region.
Key Giveaways: Dubai, UAE – Zand, the UAE’s first all-digital bank, and Paymentology, a leading card-issuing technology provider, have announced a…
World Summit AI (WSAI) is set to debut in the MENA region on December 10-11, 2024, in Doha, Qatar. Organized by InspiredMinds and supported by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, the summit will focus on AI advancements, human-AI convergence, and Qatar’s National AI Strategy under the theme “Putting Humanity at the Heart of AI.”
Viridia Tech won the USD 100,000 grand prize at the 2024 Mega Green Accelerator in Riyadh for its AI platform enhancing crop efficiency. Mirai Solar took second place with a solar-powered shade system. The accelerator aims to support innovative solutions for food security and clean energy.
Sparklo, a UAE-based cleantech company, has expanded its network of reverse vending machines (RVMs) across the MENA region, achieving 1000% growth and collecting over 50 million bottles. With strategic partnerships, Sparklo continues its mission to revolutionize recycling and promote sustainability through technology-driven solutions and incentives.
HyperPay is revolutionizing payment gateways in the MENA region with AI-driven technologies, enhancing security, operational efficiency, and customer engagement. The company’s AI tools streamline transactions and combat fraud, ensuring a secure and user-friendly payment experience.
Oman has advanced to 41st globally in the 2024 UN E-Government Index, showcasing significant progress in digital governance. This improvement reflects enhancements in online services, telecommunications infrastructure, and human capital, aligning Oman as a leader in digital transformation in the Middle East and Asia.
