Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Saudi Arabia is embracing anime’s digital evolution through cultural initiatives and fan engagement, as streaming platforms reshape global anime production and audiences play a more active role in shaping stories and creative trends.
Salam’s presence at Connected World KSA 2025 underscores its growing role in expanding fibre, data centre and international connectivity infrastructure that supports Vision 2030 and strengthens Saudi Arabia’s position as a global digital hub.
Saudi Arabia’s national hospitality company Adeera has signed a new agreement with Amadeus to deploy its Digital Media platform, enhancing Adeera’s ability to attract and engage travelers through advanced, data-driven marketing. The collaboration aims to integrate advertising, distribution, and analytics into a single platform—enabling Adeera’s brands to target travelers at the most decisive booking moments across paid search, display, and social media.
KnowledgeNet aims to elevate its market profile and attract wider institutional and retail investor interest by transitioning from Nomu to Tadawul’s main board, a strategic step that aligns with its expansion and capitalization plans.
Saudi Arabia’s Tarmeez Capital and Monsha’at have launched a $1 billion Shariah-compliant SME financing program to strengthen private-sector growth and support Vision 2030 goals through Sukuk-based funding.
Riyadh, November 11, 2025 — Abdul Latif Jameel Finance, a leading Saudi provider of innovative financing solutions, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ant International, the Singapore-based global digital payments and financial technology company, to jointly explore fintech opportunities and strengthen Saudi Arabia’s digital finance ecosystem.
Invest Saudi will highlight the Kingdom’s $14.9 billion technology investment portfolio at Web Summit 2025 in Lisbon, positioning Saudi Arabia as a global hub for artificial intelligence, e-commerce, and logistics innovation under Vision 2030. With a digital economy projected to reach $76 billion by 2030, Saudi Arabia is leveraging its vast connectivity infrastructure — including 1,300 megawatts of data-center capacity and 20 subsea cables — to anchor its regional digital leadership.
At the Digital Government Forum 2025 in Riyadh, DGA Governor Eng. Ahmed Alsuwaiyan announced that Saudi Arabia ranks third globally and first regionally in digital government performance. Backed by Vision 2030, the Kingdom has evolved from digital transformation to AI-driven governance, achieving a Digital Content Efficiency Index score of 76.24%. The forum also recognized leading innovators through the Digital Government Award and GovJam Challenge, underscoring Saudi Arabia’s leadership in building a future-ready, human-centric digital government.
MoneyHash has appointed Abdullah Khayat as Country Director and General Manager for Saudi Arabia, marking a major step in its regional expansion. Backed by over a decade of experience across fintech, government, and enterprise sectors, Khayat will lead MoneyHash’s operations and partnerships as Saudi Arabia accelerates its transition to a cashless economy under Vision 2030. The move underscores MoneyHash’s commitment to driving payment innovation and digital transformation across one of the MENA region’s fastest-growing markets.
Saudi Arabia’s plan to introduce regulated stablecoins is earning strong support from major global exchanges including Bybit and BingX, who see it as a milestone for the region’s digital finance landscape. Backed by the CMA and SAMA, the initiative aims to enhance financial inclusion, speed up cross-border payments, and unlock innovation across fintech, real estate, and retail. As the Kingdom’s fintech sector rapidly expands, stablecoins are poised to become a key pillar of its digital transformation strategy.