Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
OpenAI and G42 are developing a UAE-specific version of ChatGPT designed for government use, reflecting a growing shift toward localized AI systems and sovereign AI infrastructure as countries seek greater control over data, language models, and digital transformation initiatives.
Pakistan’s Data Vault has partnered with US-based Rafay Systems to strengthen the country’s first sovereign AI cloud. The platform enables enterprises, startups, and universities to deploy AI using GPU and Kubernetes infrastructure entirely within Pakistan, delivering hyperscale-style self-service while keeping sensitive data onshore.
Telenor Pakistan and Data Vault have partnered to launch Pakistan’s first sovereign AI cloud, offering GPU-as-a-service and locally hosted AI infrastructure for enterprises. Fully compliant with national data and AI regulations, the platform enables secure model training and industry-specific AI solutions, strengthening Pakistan’s capacity to produce — not just consume — advanced AI technologies.
Katonic AI and AqlanX have launched the Gulf region’s first sovereign AI Centre of Excellence, enabling the UAE to develop and deploy AI models entirely within national infrastructure. Backed by UOWD, Lakeba and DoxAI, the initiative supports the UAE’s AI Strategy 2031 and strengthens national control over data, research, commercialisation and next-generation innovation.
Cassava Technologies and Accenture are partnering to deliver sovereign AI solutions across Africa, starting in South Africa before expanding to Egypt, Kenya, Morocco, and Nigeria. Leveraging Nvidia-powered GPUaaS, the collaboration ensures data stays within borders, strengthens compliance, and drives innovation across key industries.
Open Innovation AI has partnered with Oracle to accelerate sovereign AI adoption across the EMEA region. Leveraging Oracle’s AI infrastructure and Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), the collaboration will help organizations optimize their AI workloads while complying with local data security and regulatory requirements, fostering innovation in both public and private sectors.