Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
The UAE has deployed its first AI clinical intelligence platform across public hospitals, using an AI physician assistant to conduct pre-consultation interviews and reduce administrative workload for clinicians. The initiative supports digital healthcare transformation by improving workflow efficiency, clinical decision-making, and patient engagement through multilingual AI capabilities.
The UAE has partnered with Starlink to provide high-speed satellite internet to 100 remote schools, aiming to expand digital education access in underserved regions. The initiative uses satellite connectivity to overcome infrastructure challenges and supports inclusive, technology-driven learning through the Digital School program.
NADRA has launched a mobile registration drive in Ras Al Khaimah to provide identification services for overseas Pakistanis, enabling document applications, renewals, and corrections. The initiative supports digital service delivery through mobile teams and online platforms, improving accessibility and streamlining identity verification processes for citizens abroad.
GBM appoints Dr Feras Al Jabi as General Manager of Technology and Bassam Rached as General Manager of GBM Abu Dhabi, strengthening leadership capabilities to advance cloud, AI, and digital transformation initiatives aligned with the UAE’s national digital economy vision.
Kerno unveils UAE’s first enterprise-class IT manufacturing facility in Dubai Silicon Oasis, enabling local production of AI servers and enterprise infrastructure while strengthening technology sovereignty, divisions, and advanced manufacturing capabilities aligned with the country’s digital infrastructure ambitions.
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.
The UAE’s Digital School has partnered with Starlink to deliver satellite-enabled digital education to underserved communities worldwide, combining connectivity and accredited learning platforms to expand access to education and digital skills globally.
Khazna Data Centers has partnered with Presight to deploy an AI-driven facility management platform and centralised command centre, enhancing operational efficiency, resilience, and sustainability across hyperscale data centre infrastructure as demand for AI-ready digital infrastructure accelerates.
Rakez has partnered with Zoho to provide UAE-based businesses access to cloud-based digital tools and up to $1,000 in credits, helping companies improve operational efficiency, strengthen digital capabilities, and support growth aligned with the country’s broader digital economy objectives.
du reported strong 2025 financial results with revenue rising 8.7 percent and net profit up 16.8 percent, driven by connectivity growth, digital infrastructure expansion, and increasing contributions from cloud, AI, and data centre services.