Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Gaza’s remaining tech workers are struggling to stay online as Israel’s war devastates the enclave’s digital infrastructure. Coding offline, using solar power, and relying on rare connectivity, freelancers and technicians are fighting to preserve livelihoods and purpose amid widespread destruction and displacement.
Khalifa University and Gazprom Neft have established a technology partnership to advance education, research, and innovation in the energy sector. The collaboration enables student participation in international programs, joint research in AI and sustainability, and expanded academic exchange between the UAE and global institutions.
Thales and AIO have expanded their long-standing partnership to deepen Egypt’s technological sovereignty and strengthen its role as a regional innovation hub. The collaboration includes establishing Thales Academy, advancing defence systems, enhancing surveillance capabilities, and integrating AIO into Thales’ supply chain—reinforcing Egypt’s ability to develop and export high-value technologies.
Snap Inc. opened a new office in Doha’s Msheireb Downtown to strengthen Qatar’s creative economy and digital ecosystem. The move supports Qatar National Vision 2030, expands Snap’s MENA footprint, and follows plans for the region’s first AR Academy to empower local creators and innovators.
Kosovo’s President Vjosa Osmani called for stronger collaboration with Saudi Arabia in technology, AI, and education during the Future Investment Initiative in Riyadh, highlighting shared goals for innovation and economic transformation.
Egypt dominated the Afro-Asia Forum for Innovation and Technology in Malaysia, winning 68 awards and 19 first-place titles in key tech categories. The victory led to Egypt’s selection as host of the 2026 forum in Aswan. Backed by the Ministry of Communications and NTI, Egypt’s youth showcased global-caliber innovation in AI, robotics, and entrepreneurship — reinforcing the country’s leadership in digital transformation and regional innovation.
Islamabad’s new IT Park, backed by South Korea, is nearly complete and will host 120 startups to boost innovation, exports, and industry-academia collaboration under the Digital Pakistan vision.
Tunisia hosts BIGTECH Africa Expo 2025, Africa’s premier innovation and AI event, attracting startups, investors, and experts to boost the continent’s digital transformation and global tech stature.
Huawei presented 5G demos and VR experiences at Digital Bangladesh Mela 2020, emphasizing 5G’s role in digital transformation. The event showcased tech innovation and policy discussions to support Bangladesh’s digital vision.
Afghanistan’s Acting Communications Minister, Maulvi Najibullah Hayat Haqqani, and Chinese MCC officials discussed collaboration in telecommunications, technology, and AI to enhance operations at the Mes Aynak copper mine. Afghan personnel are being trained in AI to improve mine management, with assurances made to resolve telecommunications issues at the site.