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 Executive will equip its entire Gulfstream and Bombardier fleet with Starlink by early 2026, expanding ultra-high-speed, low-latency connectivity across all aircraft. The upgrade enhances the inflight digital experience, allowing passengers to work and stream seamlessly, reinforcing Qatar Executive’s leadership in premium private aviation innovation.
Ooredoo’s sponsorship strengthens its role at the intersection of culture, sport and technology in Qatar. By powering a globally recognised championship with seamless connectivity, the company reinforces its brand position as a trusted enabler of national events while supporting the preservation and global celebration of Arabian horse heritage.
Qatar’s MCIT has partnered with PwC Middle East and OpenAI to build a national AI ecosystem. The agreement focuses on an AI testbed, public-sector productivity, and new AI-driven projects. The collaboration will accelerate digital transformation, strengthen governance, expand safe adoption, and support Qatar’s shift toward a competitive, knowledge-based economy.
Ooredoo and Vodafone Qatar have commercially released GSMA Open Gateway APIs, including Number Verification and SIM Swap, to provide standardized identity tools for developers and enterprises in Qatar to fight the rising tide of digital fraud.
Media City Qatar showcased the nation’s expanding creative and digital ecosystem at MWC25 Doha as a Headline Sponsor. Through sessions, panels, and its Media Village, it highlighted Qatar’s leadership in AI-driven media, immersive technologies, and strategic innovation, reinforcing its role in shaping regional content, talent development, and digital transformation.
Ooredoo Qatar played a central role at Rowad Qatar 2025, showcasing digital solutions that empower startups and SMEs, from connectivity and collaboration tools to customer engagement platforms. As Official Telecom Sponsor, Ooredoo reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening Qatar’s entrepreneurship ecosystem and supporting the country’s digital and economic transformation goals.
Ericsson will use MWC Doha 2025 to demonstrate how 5G, differentiated connectivity and AI-driven automation are shaping Qatar’s digital future, reinforcing over three decades of collaboration in building one of the region’s most advanced telecom ecosystems.
Qatar is accelerating digital innovation in education through MCIT’s new Technology Radar initiative, helping identify high-impact emerging technologies that can strengthen digital learning and enhance education quality in alignment with Digital Agenda 2030.
Ooredoo Qatar has strengthened its IoT leadership with a unified ecosystem enabling secure, scalable and intelligent device connectivity. The enhanced platform supports real-time management and operational efficiency, empowering businesses to accelerate digital transformation across Qatar.
Qatar’s CRA has introduced updated regulations for radio communications sites, merging previous frameworks into one guideline to boost 5G rollout, promote infrastructure sharing, and ensure safety compliance in line with Qatar National Vision 2030.