Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Zain KSA strengthens its social impact by sponsoring the 2025 Boccia Championship, promoting inclusion, supporting athletes with disabilities, and advancing Saudi Vision 2030’s vibrant society goals.
Riyadh’s Event Tech Meetup 2025 connected startups with investors, showcased AI-powered solutions, and advanced Saudi Vision 2030’s goal of digital transformation in the events industry.
Etihad Salam Telecom’s Salam Pioneers Program and Creative Center for Girls earn Silver Stevie Awards, highlighting their impact on workforce Saudization and female empowerment in Saudi Arabia’s tech industry.
Air Arabia’s consortium with Nesma Group and KUN Holding has been greenlit to launch a new low-cost airline based in Dammam, aiming to serve 10 million passengers by 2030, create 2,400+ jobs, and bolster tourism and economic growth aligned with Saudi Vision 2030.
Ericsson’s Riyadh regional headquarters embodies a strategic commitment to Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and regional digital transformation, positioning the Kingdom as a hub for innovation, talent development, and cutting-edge technology across MENA and beyond.
Saudi Ministry of Hajj launches digital certificates for pilgrims and workers via Nusuk app, enhancing documentation and aligning with Vision 2030’s digital transformation of the pilgrimage experience.
Diriyah Company teams up with Kakao Mobility to implement smart parking and digital mobility systems in Diriyah, advancing Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 cultural and tourism goals.
Saudi Arabia introduces the AI-powered Manara Robot at Mecca’s Grand Mosque to assist pilgrims with religious guidance in 11 languages during Hajj. The robot offers video access to Islamic scholars, integrates traditional design with modern tech, and is part of wider smart crowd management and robotics initiatives advancing Vision 2030.
Saudi Arabia launches a national AI incubator to support 20 early-stage startups with funding, mentorship, and technical partnerships. This initiative supports Vision 2030’s goal to diversify the economy and build a competitive AI ecosystem, reinforcing the Kingdom’s position as a regional and global technology leader.
Major funding rounds and strategic investments across MENA are boosting the tech startup ecosystem. Key sectors include fintech, immersive media, spacetech, AI, and quick-commerce. Notable deals feature Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, Kuwait, and Iraq startups. These investments drive regional innovation and align with economic goals like Saudi Vision 2030.