Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
InfraX, a subsidiary of Digital DEWA, has partnered with MEA-Comm to accelerate industrial IoT and smart city innovation in the UAE. The collaboration focuses on AI, edge computing, and digital twin solutions to enhance automation, operational efficiency, and sustainable Industry 4.0 growth.
Space42 has signed MoUs with e& UAE and South Korea’s A2Z to strengthen the UAE’s autonomous mobility ecosystem. The partnerships will drive V2X deployment, Level-4 autonomy, and innovation hubs in Abu Dhabi, reinforcing the UAE’s position as a leader in intelligent and connected transportation.
AMD and UAE-based Kerno have launched a “Made in the Emirates” initiative to co-develop AMD-powered AI and cloud infrastructure solutions locally. The collaboration will establish a testing lab and potentially an AI competency center in the UAE, reinforcing the country’s role as a regional hub for advanced computing and enterprise innovation.
AWS and e& have launched the “AI Nation – Afaaq” programme to train 30,000 UAE professionals in AI and cloud technologies, advancing national digital transformation and addressing the region’s AI skills gap.
EtihadWE has become the UAE’s first utilities provider to adopt WAYN, the national Digital P.O. Box system, enabling secure, paperless billing and payment notifications. The initiative supports the UAE’s vision for a digital, sustainable future.
e& UAE has partnered with AMD to co-develop advanced AI infrastructure focusing on sustainability, security, and energy efficiency. The collaboration will expand AI capabilities, foster local talent, and accelerate the UAE’s digital transformation goals.
The UAE Ministry of Investment and Microsoft have signed an MoU to enhance AI capabilities in investment analytics, data governance, and workforce upskilling. The partnership supports the UAE’s vision to become a global leader in AI by 2031 and advance its innovation-driven economy.
G42 is advancing construction of its 1GW Stargate UAE AI infrastructure cluster, with the first 200MW phase on track for 2026 completion. The project anchors the UAE–U.S. AI Campus and strengthens the country’s position as a global AI infrastructure hub.
Miral and e& enterprise launched the Yas Island Metaverse to revolutionize global event planning through immersive AR/VR experiences, reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s innovation-driven tourism strategy.
e& UAE and Siemens have joined forces at GITEX 2025 to drive 5G-enabled industrial automation and smart infrastructure, supporting the UAE’s Industry 4.0 and sustainability goals.