Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Tactful AI’s buyback from Dstny marks a strategic return to founder-led growth, targeting expansion in the Middle East and Europe with a robust AI-driven customer experience platform developed through significant R&D investment.
Gamezop is investing $4 million to open its Middle East HQ in Bahrain, aiming to hire locally, expand its app portfolio, and increase revenue. The move strengthens ties between India and the Middle East and supports Bahrain’s growing gaming ecosystem, backed by government initiatives and digital infrastructure.
Redington expands its partnership with Autodesk to include Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Kuwait, enhancing delivery of advanced design and engineering software across the Middle East. This collaboration aims to drive digital innovation and sustainable growth in sectors like construction, manufacturing, and media through strengthened channel support and regional expertise.
Veon plans a dual listing in the UAE within 3-5 years after relocating its headquarters to Dubai. The move aims to boost capital access, regional presence, and shareholder value, focusing on growth in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, with an emphasis on digital transformation and 5G investments.
TCS strengthens its Middle East presence with a new engineering facility in Oman, supporting Vision Oman 2040 through digital innovation, talent development, and sectoral partnerships. This move enhances Oman’s tech ecosystem, reflecting TCS’s commitment to regional growth and global leadership in IT services.
Scale AI, backed by Amazon, is expanding into the Middle East with plans to open an office in Riyadh and establish a presence in the UAE. The company aims to capitalize on the Gulf’s growing AI adoption and strengthen regional ties, contributing to the region’s digital transformation.
Orange Jordan becomes the first in the country to offer satellite broadband, using Eutelsat Konnect. This partnership aims to expand high-speed internet access across Jordan, Côte d’Ivoire, Senegal, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, with plans for broader regional deployment, enhancing digital inclusion and connectivity.
JAGGAER has partnered with AWS to introduce its JAGGAER One platform to Kuwait and the Middle East. The integration will provide secure, scalable SaaS procurement solutions using AI, machine learning, and predictive analytics, helping businesses optimize spending, compliance, and supplier relationships across the region.
Rivada Space Networks has appointed Mustafa Afifi as Sales Director for the Middle East, focusing on sectors like telecom and satellite operations. The company’s Outernet, a low-latency satellite network, aims to revolutionize global connectivity. Rivada’s secure, high-bandwidth solutions are poised to meet the growing demands of enterprise and government clients.
Vehere is expanding its cybersecurity operations in the Middle East, focusing on the UAE, KSA, and Bahrain. The move aims to meet growing demand for robust cybersecurity solutions while enhancing regional credibility and compliance. The company plans to increase local staffing and leverage AI technology to support digital transformation.