Gulf AI ambitions enter a new geopolitical reality as conflict reshapes infrastructure calculus
The Middle East was, until recently, the uncontested next frontier for global AI infrastructure investment. Then war broke out. The…
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From Middle East Market Expansion to North American FinTech Growth: Ali Tahir’s Playbook
From Middle East Market Expansion to North American FinTech Growth: Ali Tahir’s Playbook “` INTERVIEW • FINTECH From Middle East…
Amazon says AWS’ Bahrain region ‘disrupted’ following drone activity
Drone-related disruption hits AWS Bahrain region, forcing Amazon to shift workloads and highlighting risks to critical cloud infrastructure amid regional tensions.
Saudi LEAP tech event pushed to August due to Middle East conflict
LEAP 2026 is postponed to August amid regional instability, underscoring the impact of geopolitical tensions on major global tech events.
Cyber talent shortage among key risks to Middle East supply chains
Cyber talent shortages, fragmented security practices, and weak third-party oversight are exposing Middle East organisations to growing supply chain threats, with many lacking the resources and structure to respond effectively.
Viva Offers Free Roaming Internet, Calls, and SMS in Several Middle Eastern Countries
Viva provides free roaming Internet, calls, and SMS for subscribers in Bahrain, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE until further notice, including local calls and calls to Armenia.
Globe Offers Free Roaming Relief Package for Customers in the Middle East
Globe Telecom has rolled out a free roaming package for customers in several Middle Eastern countries, offering 1GB of data, 15 call minutes and 15 SMS for seven days. The initiative aims to support Filipinos abroad amid rising regional tensions.
Samsung Strengthens Middle East Smartphone Leadership as Premium Demand Surges in 2025
Middle East smartphone shipments rose 13 percent to 54.8 million units in 2025, driven by flagship launches and Gulf upgrade cycles. Samsung strengthened its premium and mid-range leadership alongside Apple, while HONOR posted rapid growth. The market is expected to moderate in 2026 amid tighter supply conditions.
Batelco, e& C&WS modernise FOG infrastructure at Capacity Middle East 2026
The modernization of the FOG infrastructure reflects ongoing regional efforts to strengthen digital backbone networks capable of supporting cloud adoption, enterprise services, and next-generation digital applications across the Gulf.
e& and TNS launch new digital corridor linking Kazakhstan and UAE
e& and TNS Global launch a new terrestrial fiber corridor linking Kazakhstan and the UAE, enhancing regional connectivity, improving resilience through route diversity, and supporting growing hyperscale, cloud, and carrier-grade demand across Central Asia and the Middle East.