Technology news in the Middle East

An overview of news, trends and research in the Technology industry in the Middle East:

Rent-now and pay-later startup wins KPMG's Global Tech Innovator competition Ejari, a startup that offers a ‘Rent Now Pay Later’ solution to tenants, has been named Saudi Arabia’s most promising technology startup of the year in the Global Tech Innovator competition by KPMG.
02 September 2024
AI to lift demand for data center services to new heights Data center services have become an increasingly important part of the world economy, and the market will continue to grow in step with the growth of artificial intelligence (AI).
29 August 2024
KPMG selects eight Saudi startups for Global Tech Innovator final KPMG has announced the eight finalists for the 2024 edition of its Global Tech Innovator in Saudi Arabia. Meet the nation’s most promising technology startups according to the Big Four firm.
26 August 2024
Surge in data use to drive strong growth of global data center market Operating as the backbone of digital transformation, data centers are set to play an increasingly important role in economies worldwide, with the market projected to accelerate in the coming years to
12 August 2024
TMT sector to gain the most from GenAI boost in Saudi Arabia Generative AI has the potential to increase operating profits of Saudi companies by up to 14% per year, according to analysis by Strategy&.
02 August 2024
Technology trends to watch globally and in KSA What are the top technologies CIOs should keep a close eye on this year? New research from Frost & Sullivan sheds light on the technologies touted to reshape business and society.
23 July 2024
New technologies an opportunity and risk for internal audit The world of internal audit is being disrupted by developments in technology, with robotic process automation (RPA) and artificial intelligence (AI) at the forefront of these developments.
18 July 2024
The 20 fastest growing technology companies | startups in the region What are the fastest-growing technology companies headquartered in the Middle East or Cyprus? For the third year in a row, Deloitte explored the matter – crowning Capital.com as the runaway winner.
06 May 2024
KPMG's Global Tech Innovator competition returns to Saudi KPMG’s Global Tech Innovator competition is returning to Saudi Arabia’s shores, with the local finals to be held at the end of the summer.
01 May 2024
Etisalat Egypt by e& on journey from TelCo to TechCo Etisalat Egypt by e& (Etisalat Misr) is on a journey of innovation and transformation, with the aim to become a beacon of telecommunications excellence.
19 March 2024
KPMG study: Investments in digital transformation pay off Investments in digital transformation are paying off, both in terms of productivity and in profitability.
06 March 2024
Demand for data centers in the MENA region on the rise The Middle East is expecting significant growth in the data center sector, driven by increased internet access and a massive uptick in digital adoption.
19 February 2024
Technologies becoming increasingly human in their use As the world continues its rapid adoption of technology, emerging technologies are set to become more ‘human by design’ – much more human-like and intuitive for people to use.
14 February 2024
Five technology trends for the GCC's construction industry As the construction industry steps into 2024, Hugo Cheuk (COO) and Gary Ng (CEO) from viAct outline five emerging technology trends that they believe are touted to shape the way the built environment
31 January 2024
Four tech trends influencing employee experience in 2024 The advent of innovative technologies is transforming the world of Employee Experience (EX), opening up avenues to enhance staff experiences through more streamlined processes and more enjoyable ways
23 January 2024
Holistic cyber approach needed for secure scaling of IoT smart devices The rapid growth of smart and connected devices is unlocking a next generation wave of opportunities across various industries.
16 January 2024
Fintech Saudi brings Kyndryl on board for Makken program Fintech Saudi has penned a memorandum of understanding with Kyndryl, aimed at accelerating the adoption of advanced technology solutions in the Kingdom’s burgeoning fintech industry.
04 January 2024
Accenture to help e& shape and drive sustainable procurement strategy Hot on the heels of unveiling its upped net zero commitment for its operations, e& has selected Accenture as its strategic partner for the procurement side of its ambition.
28 December 2023
KPMG and Microsoft co-launch KSA Center for Emerging Technologies Building on their global multi-year technology alliance, KPMG and Microsoft have launched a dedicated Center for Emerging Technologies in Saudi Arabia.
20 December 2023
'IBM operates at the intersection of technology and sustainability' IBM and its subsidiary IBM Consulting operate at the forefront of innovative projects that leverage artificial intelligence and advanced technologies to improve sustainability in business and society
18 December 2023
New Google Cloud region in KSA could add $109 billion to economy Google Cloud has announced the launch of a a new cloud region in Dammam, which could contribute around $109 billion to the country’s GDP by 2030.
27 November 2023
How SMEs can embrace technologies to thrive By embracing technological advancements, SMEs can not only survive, but also thrive in the modern business landscape, writes Fadi Dole, associate partner in the Riyadh office of Acuvon Consulting.
24 November 2023
Five trends driving transformative change in the next decade Accenture has released the 2024-edition of its ‘Life Trends’ report, an annual exploration into the foremost trends shaping economy, society, and people in the next decade.
01 November 2023
AI and Gen AI to boost worker productivity and disrupt industries Over two thirds of workers worldwide expect artificial intelligence (AI) to boost their productivity by 20% or more, according to a new report by Bain & Company.
23 October 2023
Energy savings: Is 5G a sustainability driver or a power glutton? 5G is regarded by many as an important stimulus that will drive digitalization.
16 October 2023
Global investment in quantum technology reaches historic high The quantum technology industry is growing at a remarkable rate and investments in the potentially ground-breaking technology are at an all-time high.
25 September 2023
The emergence of the metaverse in Saudi Arabia Carrying the promise to reshape the technology paradigm and fundamentally reengineer industries, the metaverse is one of the most exciting technologies around.
18 September 2023
Netzero named Saudi Arabia's most promising tech start-up by KPMG Netzero has been named Saudi Arabia’s most promising technology start-up by KPMG’s Tech Innovator competition.
11 September 2023
Applying AI and ML solutions to mitigate online brand threats In today’s interconnected world, where the internet serves as the backbone of commerce and communication, the protection of a brand is more critical and challenging than ever before.
05 September 2023
Industrial Metaverse to lift Industry 4.0 to the next level The ‘Industrial Metaverse’ (or metaverse applications for industry) offers enormous potential value, enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and improving overall quality.
23 August 2023
Further adoption of AI can add $150 billion to GCC economies More use of AI in business functions could unlock untapped value of at least $150 billion to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) economies.
23 August 2023
Middle East fintech industry could triple in next two years The fintech industry in the Middle East is growing rapidly and could triple by 2025 – if the sector continues to see appropriate levels of investments and innovation.
07 August 2023

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