Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Jordan launches a €1.83 million EU-backed ReTour initiative to enhance digital readiness and resilience among tourism SMEs across six Mediterranean countries. The 30-month project will introduce AI, blockchain, smart tools, and training to support sustainability and business continuity.
MCIT enabled 30 digital solutions and 94 matchmaking sessions in 2025 under the SMEs Go Digital Program, advancing digital transformation across Qatar’s SME sector. The initiative supports cloud adoption, e-commerce, cybersecurity, and operational efficiency to strengthen economic diversification and competitiveness.
Oman Arab Bank has launched Tumouhi, an integrated platform combining banking, legal, telecom, accounting, training, and cybersecurity services for SMEs. The initiative reduces operational barriers, offers financial incentives and deep partner discounts, and builds entrepreneurial capability, positioning the bank as a central enabler of SME resilience, innovation, and sustainable growth in Oman.
Oman Arab Bank has launched Tumouhi, an integrated platform combining banking, legal, telecom, accounting, training, and cybersecurity services for SMEs. The initiative reduces operational barriers, offers financial incentives and deep partner discounts, and builds entrepreneurial capability, positioning the bank as a central enabler of SME resilience, innovation, and sustainable growth in Oman.
MCIT and MOPH hosted a healthcare-focused SMEs Go Digital workshop to promote digital transformation and AI adoption across Qatar’s health sector. The session showcased practical applications to improve patient experience and operational efficiency, supporting innovation-driven SME growth in line with the Digital Agenda 2030.
Qatar’s MCIT has hosted digital awareness sessions with Microsoft to help SMEs adopt modern productivity and business management tools. The initiative supports operational efficiency, informed decision-making, and sustainable growth, aligning with the Digital Agenda 2030 to boost SME digital readiness.
Multinet Pakistan has signed an MoU with the Lahore Chamber of Commerce & Industry to offer LCCI members a 30% discount on a broad range of cloud, cybersecurity, IoT, and data analytics services, backed by nationwide fiber connectivity. The one-year agreement also includes joint workshops and awareness sessions, aligning with Pakistan’s Digital Pakistan agenda and supporting over 46,000 member businesses in accelerating their digital transformation.
Sohar International launched Oman’s first corporate mobile app with salary payment capability, empowering SMEs and corporates with full financial control via a secure, mobile-first platform aligned with Vision 2040.
Oman’s SafaQat raised strategic funding from the Oman Future Fund and Idrak Group to enhance its AI-driven procurement platform. Founded by four brothers, it digitizes tenders and supports SMEs, with plans to expand government procurement and new markets. The platform leads Omani digital supply chains.
Mastercard and Bahrain’s Labour Fund (Tamkeen) have launched a partnership to support SMEs by introducing Mastercard Strive to the region. This initiative aims to enhance financial and digital readiness for local businesses, empowering them to grow and thrive in Bahrain’s evolving economy.
BoxCommerce has launched its platform in the UAE, targeting the growing mobile commerce market and SMEs with user-friendly e-commerce solutions. The platform helps businesses set up online stores quickly, manage inventory, and process payments, aiming to become the go-to solution for emerging-market merchants.