Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Aramco and Pasqal have deployed Saudi Arabia’s first quantum computer, powered by neutral-atom technology and installed in Dhahran. The system, backed by Wa’ed Ventures, will accelerate quantum research and industrial applications across energy and materials. The partnership includes training and research programs to build Saudi Arabia’s quantum talent and strengthen its technology ecosystem.
Aramco and Pasqal have deployed Saudi Arabia’s first quantum computer, a 200-qubit neutral-atom system installed at Aramco’s Dhahran data center. The milestone positions the Kingdom as a regional quantum leader, enabling new industrial applications, boosting innovation, and supporting the development of Saudi Arabia’s quantum talent through training and research programs.
Through Quantum Alert and Quantum Sync, Cisco demonstrates that quantum networking is moving from research to real-world relevance — delivering provable security, synchronized decision-making, and new business value across sectors.
QuantumConnect, launched in the UAE by TII, VentureOne, and e&, embeds quantum encryption directly into fibre networks. Powered by QKD technology, it protects sensitive data against quantum-era threats, ensures compliance with UAE regulations, and provides scalable, future-proof security for industries like healthcare, finance, and government.
IBM and Vodafone are collaborating to integrate quantum computing into telecommunications, aiming to enhance data services, network efficiency, and security. Their joint efforts will optimize global networks, reduce latency, and improve consumer experiences, setting a new standard for the telecom industry and shaping the future of connectivity.
Arcapita, in partnership with Parkway Venture Capital, is investing in a high-growth AI portfolio focused on robotics, quantum computing, and generative AI. The portfolio includes Figure AI and SandboxAQ, aiming to provide exposure to early-stage businesses shaping the future of AI technology, a market expected to grow significantly by 2030.
Palo Alto Networks has outlined key cybersecurity trends for 2025, emphasizing the need for quantum-resistant encryption strategies to prepare for quantum computing threats. Predictions include AI-driven cybersecurity roles, stricter metrics for security performance, and a focus on sustainability in cybersecurity efforts, alongside a shift towards real-time compliance evidence.