EU Funding and High-Risk AI Systems Raise Human Rights Concerns in the Middle East Region
A recent report by 7amleh, the Arab Center for the Advancement of Social Media, highlights concerns over how European Union funding and the export of advanced artificial intelligence systems may…
Preparing Jordan’s Education System for the AI Age
Jordan is working to modernize its early grade education system as AI adoption accelerates globally. With millions of children still out of school and declining literacy rates, the country is…
Google AI Workers Push Unionisation Over Military Use Concerns
Workers at Google DeepMind are moving to unionise amid growing concerns over the use of artificial intelligence in military and defence-related projects. The employees are seeking formal recognition from UK…
AI-Facilitated Youth Consultation in Yemen
This report explores an AI-facilitated youth consultation conducted in Yemen aimed at improving inclusion in peacebuilding processes under conditions of conflict, fragmentation, and limited safe physical access. The initiative used…
Oman Launches Artificial Intelligence Special Zone in Muscat to Boost Tech Investment
Oman has launched a new Artificial Intelligence Special Zone in Muscat under Royal Decree No. 50/2026, marking major step in its strategy to expand advanced technology and digital economy capabilities.…
Oman to Host Enterprise AI Expo 2026 in Muscat, Strengthening Vision 2040 Digital Strategy
Oman is set to host the Enterprise AI Expo 2026 on 25–26 November in Muscat, reinforcing its long-term commitment to digital transformation under Oman Vision 2040. The event will bring…
Qatar Expands AI Strategy Across Full Technology Stack with Sovereign Investment Push
Qatar is advancing an ambitious artificial intelligence strategy that spans the entire technology stack, from infrastructure and data centers to application-level AI services. Backed by sovereign wealth investment, the country…
World Summit AI Returns to Qatar in 2026, Strengthening Nation’s Global AI Leadership
The World Summit AI Qatar is set to return on 15–16 December 2026 at the Doha Exhibition & Convention Center, reinforcing the country’s growing role in global artificial intelligence leadership.…
Bahrain Embraces Pragmatic AI Strategy Through Global Partnerships
Bahrain is adopting a pragmatic and flexible approach to artificial intelligence partnerships, balancing cooperation with both Western and Asian technology ecosystems to strengthen its digital infrastructure and economic growth. According…
Kuwait AI Data Center Market Expands as Hyperscalers and Regional Players Drive Growth
The Kuwait AI data center market is witnessing strong expansion as demand for cloud computing, AI applications, and digital infrastructure accelerates across government, finance, and enterprise sectors. Valued at around…
