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 youth teams at the EmpowerME Hackathon proposed AI-powered sustainability solutions, from café water reuse and mycelium packaging to loyalty-points tree planting. Organized by Starbucks Foundation, Alshaya Group, and INJAZ Al-Arab, the event aligned with Vision 2030 and showcased youth-led innovation for greener communities.
IFS partners with Climatiq to embed automated carbon emissions tracking in IFS Cloud, enabling businesses to integrate sustainability into daily operations and meet evolving global reporting standards.
du becomes the first UAE telecom operator certified for sustainable procurement, reinforcing its commitment to ethical sourcing and alignment with UAE’s Net Zero by 2050 and UN SDGs.
du becomes the first UAE telecom operator certified for sustainable procurement, reinforcing its commitment to ethical sourcing and alignment with UAE’s Net Zero by 2050 and UN SDGs.
Grameenphone won ‘Most Sustainable Telecommunication Company of the Year’ at the SDG Brand Champion Awards 2025 for advancing digital inclusion, environmental sustainability, and inclusive development in Bangladesh. Key efforts include digital literacy programs, renewable energy use, and youth upskilling partnerships.
Green Fintech uses AI, blockchain, and digital tools to promote sustainable finance, democratize green investing, and support climate resilience, offering Bangladesh a pathway to integrate digital growth with urgent environmental priorities.
du received three awards at FM Middle East 2025 for sustainability leadership, including energy efficiency, waste reduction, and AI-driven optimizations. These honors reaffirm du’s commitment to the UAE’s Net Zero 2050 vision and its role as a pioneer in sustainable telecom practices.
At ATM 2025, Middle East countries like UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, and Bahrain showcased their transformative strategies for the tourism industry. Key themes included AI, data analytics, sustainability, and connectivity. These nations are leveraging cutting-edge technology and sustainability to redefine global tourism and lead the industry into a new era.
Premier Inn Middle East has partnered with The Digital Hotelier to introduce innovative digital solutions across the GCC, aiming to drive sustainability in the hospitality sector. Their collaboration includes a real-time environmental impact dashboard to track resource conservation and waste reduction, aligning with regional sustainability efforts.
Dr. Shaikh Abdulla Al Khalifa, Bahrain’s Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications, spoke at the Bab Al Bahrain Forum 2025, highlighting the country’s role in innovation, human capital, and sustainable economic growth. The forum brought together key international figures to discuss global and regional economic challenges.