Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Qatar now enjoys nationwide access to Starlink satellite internet, enhancing connectivity for consumers, businesses, and aviation passengers, and positioning the country as a Middle Eastern digital pioneer.
Qatar’s National Cyber Security Agency won the WSIS 2025 Prize for its Cybersecurity Curriculum Project, highlighting its success in raising digital ethics and safety awareness across schools, parents, and teachers. The project supports Qatar’s vision to build a cyber safe society and become a global cybersecurity leader.
Qatar and Saudi Arabia have formalized cooperation to securely exchange personal data under aligned data protection frameworks, enhancing cybersecurity and enabling cross-border digital services. This agreement, alongside prior MOUs, supports regional interoperability and sets higher compliance standards for public and private sector entities.
Qatar’s Ooredoo and the UAE’s du have launched sovereign AI cloud services hosted locally to provide secure, low-latency access to advanced AI computing power. Ooredoo’s platform, powered by Nvidia Hopper GPUs, and du’s “National Hypercloud,” built on Oracle Alloy infrastructure, aim to accelerate AI adoption in sectors like finance, healthcare, and smart cities. These sovereign clouds enable compliance with national data policies while fostering innovation among governments, startups, and enterprises.
Qatar’s CRA and Brazil’s ANATEL signed an MoU to enhance cooperation in radio spectrum management, including satellite monitoring, training, and international coordination, strengthening ICT ties and advancing radiocommunication innovation.
Qatar’s Communications Regulatory Authority, in partnership with RIPE NCC, Cisco, and Huawei, launched an initiative to raise digital literacy and awareness on emerging technologies like IoT, AI, and 5G. The program aligns with Qatar Vision 2030 and targets students, professionals, and tech enthusiasts.
Key Takeaways: Qatar, represented by the Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA), and Brazil, represented by the National Telecommunications Agency (ANATEL), have…
Qatar’s MoPH, with LSE and Hoffmann-La Roche, conducted a comprehensive workshop to build national Health Technology Assessment capacity. The initiative aims to support evidence-based healthcare decision-making and sustainability aligned with Qatar National Vision 2030.
Ibtechar and AI Crafters have partnered to accelerate AI adoption in Qatar, combining training and custom AI solutions to support organisations in navigating digital transformation. The alliance aligns with Qatar’s strategic goals to foster a diversified, knowledge-driven economy through innovative AI integration.
Qatar’s UCC Holding and Ashghal have launched the world’s largest 3D printed schools project, constructing innovative desert-inspired educational buildings using massive custom printers. This sustainable, efficient construction approach highlights Qatar’s role as a regional pioneer in advanced infrastructure and green technology.