Topic: emerging technologies
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Powering the Gulf's Next Connectivity Revolution
The Gulf region is rapidly becoming a digital innovation hub, with advanced private networks and AI transforming key industries like oil and gas, logistics, and manufacturing, moving beyond traditional telecommunications services. Ericsson is driving this shift by focusing on technologies such as...
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Boosting UAE's Cyber Security and Digital Innovation
GITEX GLOBAL is a key event for the UAE, establishing it as a global hub for technology and cybersecurity by bringing together international leaders and innovators. The event emphasizes advanced technologies like AI and quantum computing, highlighting their dual potential for innovation and new s...
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GITEX Expands to Latin America, Fuels $950B Digital Boom
Latin America's digital economy is projected to reach nearly $950 billion by 2026, with GITEX launching its inaugural Latin American edition in São Paulo in 2027 to accelerate this growth. GITEX LATAM will showcase Brazil as a tech hub, leveraging its digital infrastructure and economic leadershi...
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NTT DATA Boosts Global Insurance with Alchemy Acquisition
NTT DATA has acquired Alchemy Technology Services to strengthen its global insurance technology position and address operational agility, system modernization, and scalable growth in the industry. The acquisition enhances NTT DATA's capabilities with Alchemy's expertise in regulated markets and a...
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Master CIS Security Best Practices: Essential Webinar Guide
Cybersecurity professionals can address emerging threats by mastering fundamental protections like CIS Security Best Practices, rather than chasing every new vulnerability. CIS benchmarks offer layered protection by integrating across security dimensions, streamlining compliance and reducing redu...
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Study: Most SAP Customers Prefer Multi-Vendor ERP Strategy
A global study shows SAP customers are increasingly favoring multi-vendor composable ERP strategies over SAP's S/4HANA migration, driven by a desire for flexibility and cost control amid policy uncertainty. Significant concerns exist about SAP's subscription model, with 83% of respondents unclear...
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Oumla Secures $2.4M to Develop Saudi Digital Asset Infrastructure
Oumla raised $2.4 million in seed funding, led by Core Vision with support from Avalanche and angel investors, to advance Saudi Arabia's digital asset infrastructure. The company provides custody, management, and tokenization solutions for digital assets, targeting corporations, banks, and govern...
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Orange Jordan Fuels Digital Innovation at Evolve Conference
Orange Jordan sponsored the Evolve Conference at the Orange Village in Al Hussein Technical University, targeting students interested in IT and digital innovation to foster creativity and collaboration through various activities. The event featured participation from leading tech companies showca...
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Saudi Arabia Cements Global AI Leadership with Major Investments
Saudi Arabia is rapidly becoming a global AI leader, driven by a national vision to diversify its economy and foster innovation-driven growth. The Kingdom has announced over $14.9 billion in AI investments, attracting major tech firms like Microsoft and Groq, and launched Humain, a new AI enterpr...
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Insurers Resist Payouts for AI Company Lawsuits
AI companies face an insurance dilemma as providers are reluctant to offer comprehensive coverage for emerging risks, leading firms like OpenAI and Anthropic to consider using investor capital for legal payouts. Despite securing some coverage, such as OpenAI's reported $300 million policy, the av...
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NSW Launches Dedicated AI Office to Drive Innovation
The New South Wales government has launched the Office for AI under Digital NSW to drive and coordinate AI adoption across public sector agencies. The office will develop statewide AI policies, implement an AI Assessment Framework, and support responsible integration of AI technologies. It will w...
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Qatar, ITU Host Workshop to Boost Global ICT Governance
The CRA of Qatar and the ITU held a workshop from September 28-30, 2025, to enhance staff skills in international ICT governance and ITU procedures. The training focused on preparing for key ITU conferences, WTDC-25 and PP-26, teaching strategic conference preparation and policy influence through...
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Kuwait's Vision 2035: Digital Transformation Conference Drives Innovation
The fourth Digital Transformation Kuwait Conference, scheduled for November 17–18, 2025, in Kuwait City, will unite government, industry, and technology leaders to advance Kuwait's digital agenda in line with Kuwait Vision 2035. The event will focus on implementing advanced digital systems in key...
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Algeria Launches Africa's Largest AI and Tech Innovation Hub
Algeria is launching Africa's largest R&D facility to accelerate technological progress and boost the continent's artificial intelligence capabilities, as announced by Minister Sid Ali Zerrouki. The center will serve as a national innovation engine, supporting young researchers, startups, and ent...
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