Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
e& will launch the next generation of OneCloud, a sovereign hyperscale cloud powered by Oracle Alloy and hosted in UAE data centres. Offering 200+ OCI services, AI-ready infrastructure, and full compliance with local regulations, it aims to accelerate digital innovation, ensure data sovereignty, and strengthen trust in the UAE’s cloud economy.
Oracle has launched a sophisticated R&D center in Casablanca focused on AI, cloud computing, and cybersecurity, employing hundreds of local tech professionals. This initiative advances Morocco’s role as a regional tech hub and supports global innovation through locally developed solutions.
Oracle is expanding its presence in Africa, announcing new cloud data centers in Morocco and Kenya, alongside its established South Africa center. The company aims to enhance regional digital infrastructure and democratize AI adoption, offering a fully integrated platform to businesses, data scientists, and engineers across the continent.
Oracle plans to train and certify 350,000 individuals across the Middle East to address the growing demand for Oracle Cloud. The initiative will focus on skills in cloud technologies, AI, DevOps, and more. The program will support the region’s AI economy and create a local pool of certified professionals.
Oracle has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Tamkeen to establish an Oracle Engineering Center in Bahrain, aimed at developing local IT talent through specialized training and certifications. This initiative supports Bahrain’s vision of becoming a tech innovation hub while addressing the regional demand for Oracle Cloud services.
Oracle and AWS have launched Oracle Database@AWS, offering advanced integration of Oracle databases with AWS cloud services to streamline cloud operations and enhance data management.
Oracle has opened its second public cloud region in Saudi Arabia, in Riyadh, as part of a $1.5 billion investment. This expansion aims to meet growing demand for AI and cloud services, enabling organizations to modernize applications and innovate with data, analytics, and AI, enhancing the kingdom’s digital economy.