Europe and Middle East information technology (IT)
Read the latest European and Middle East information technology (IT) news and articles covering IT management topics, including information security, data storage, networking, data centre, cloud computing, mobile applications, virtualisation, big data and more.
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09 Mar 2026
AI factory builder Nscale announces another $2bn of funding
Nscale has a pipeline of 1.3GW of capacity across the UK, Norway and the US, with contracted supply of 200,000 Nvidia GPUs, and is name-checked as a British supplier of AI factories Continue Reading
By- Antony Adshead, Computer Weekly
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09 Mar 2026
IWD 2026: How the Middle East is building a new generation of women leaders in technology
From government-backed STEM initiatives in the UAE to thriving regional communities such as Women in Cybersecurity Middle East and Women in IT, the region is shifting the conversation from participation to influence Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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09 Mar 2026
Airspace disruption and geopolitical tensions raise questions over Middle East tech events
Major gatherings, including Leap and Gisec Global, remain scheduled, but travel disruptions and geopolitical tensions are adding uncertainty Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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06 Mar 2026
Norway braced for foreign AI cyber attacks on vital petroleum computing
Nordic petrostate is preparing for war and turning the spotlight on vulnerabilities in its critical industries, as adversaries look for ways to damage the most important oil and gas producer to the EU Continue Reading
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06 Mar 2026
Nordics ally with Baltics to accelerate digital wallet roll-out
Baltic and Nordic countries work together on a common certification system to support digital wallet applications Continue Reading
By- Gerard O'Dwyer
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05 Mar 2026
Sweden recommends citizens keep £81 in cash per adult in case of payment system crash
The central bank of Sweden says rapid digitisation could cause vulnerabilities in payment systems Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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04 Mar 2026
Iranian hacktivists muster their forces but state APTs lay low
Hacktivist activity surrounding the Iran war is sky-high but Iran’s state-backed cyber espionage actors have yet to show their hands, giving security teams a valuable window of time to shore up their defences Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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04 Mar 2026
AI workloads force a fundamental redesign of Middle East datacentres
From hyperscale GPU clusters to sovereign AI ambitions, Huawei outlines how infrastructure must evolve to meet regional demand Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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03 Mar 2026
Resilience under pressure: How regional conflict is reshaping the Middle East tech strategy
From AWS outages in the UAE to stronger focus on data control and cyber security, tech leaders say the Israel-US-Iran conflict is challenging, but not stopping the region’s digital goals Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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03 Mar 2026
NCSC: No increase in cyber threat from Iran, but be prepared
While cyber threat levels remain stable following the outbreak of war in the Middle East at the weekend, at-risk organisations in the UK should take steps to ward off potential reprisals from Iran-linked threat actors Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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02 Mar 2026
Virtual twins and AI companions target enterprise war rooms
Dassault Systèmes claims platform can answer complex business questions in seconds, but approach requires rethinking enterprise data architecture Continue Reading
By- Kim Loohuis
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26 Feb 2026
Khazna’s NexOps shift signals new operating model for AI-scale infrastructure
Managing director Bart Holsters explains why hybrid insourcing, competence assurance and sovereign readiness are becoming essential as artificial intelligence pushes datacentres to their limits Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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24 Feb 2026
Where MENA CIOs draw the line on AI sovereignty
From patient data that cannot be outsourced to banking risk systems that must stay in-country, CIOs are keeping regulated cores sovereign while using global clouds for speed and scale Continue Reading
By- Mastufa Ahmed
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24 Feb 2026
UAE CIOs feel AI heat as 85% fear role risk within two years
Technology leaders say careers, credibility and corporate resilience now hinge on delivering measurable artificial intelligence outcomes Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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23 Feb 2026
€126bn in Dutch tech projects blocked by permits and grid limits
Ex-ASML chief Peter Wennink’s deregulation solution triggers warnings from academics and government advisors Continue Reading
By- Kim Loohuis
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19 Feb 2026
European politicians amplify disinformation about UN rapporteur
Government officials from the US and Europe have condemned UN special rapporteur Francesca Albanese for remarks about Israel she never made, based on a truncated clip circulating online that takes her statements out of context Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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19 Feb 2026
Neom partners with DataVolt on $5bn hyperscale datacentre project for digital infrastructure
The landmark 1.5GW renewable-powered facility at Oxagon signals the Kingdom’s accelerating investment in AI infrastructure, sustainable computing and next-generation digital cities Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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18 Feb 2026
HP bets on edge AI and regional investment to power Middle East enterprise transformation
Ertug Ayik, managing director for Middle East and Africa at HP Inc, outlines how on-device artificial intelligence, embedded security and a partner-first model are positioning the company at the heart of MENA’s digital transformation Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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16 Feb 2026
Qatar advances sovereign cloud strategy to strengthen digital trust and national autonomy
Deloitte’s Cloud Centre of Excellence in Lusail is helping public and private sector organisations adopt sovereign, AI-ready cloud environments aligned with Qatar’s regulatory vision Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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12 Feb 2026
Europe’s data protection supervisors warn over plans to ‘narrow’ privacy rights
European data protection supervisors warn the European Commission against narrowing the privacy protections for personal data as it gears up for a swathe of data protection reforms Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Investigations Editor
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12 Feb 2026
e& drives AI-first workforce transformation with Oracle Cloud
UAE technology group deploys Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM on OCI Dedicated Region to embed artificial intelligence across human resources while meeting national data sovereignty requirements Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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12 Feb 2026
UK fintech investment slumped in 2025
Investment in the UK fintech sector fell to its lowest level since 2020, but it is still the European destination attracting the most money Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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10 Feb 2026
G42 expands global AI ambitions with sovereign cloud partnership in Vietnam
UAE artificial intelligence champion takes its sovereignty-first model to Southeast Asia Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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09 Feb 2026
Russia’s cyber attacks on Polish utilities draws NCSC alert
A series of Russian cyber attacks targeting Poland’s energy infrastructure has prompted a warning from the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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09 Feb 2026
NTT Data deepens Middle East cloud push with acquisition of UAE-based Zero&One
Deal highlights growing strategic importance of the UAE as global technology firms race to scale cloud, AI and digital services across the region Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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09 Feb 2026
UAE’s TII challenges big tech dominance with open source Falcon AI models
Through its Falcon models and an open, efficiency-driven research strategy, the Technology Innovation Institute is positioning the UAE as a producer of foundational AI, not merely a consumer of global platforms Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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09 Feb 2026
US bid for Dutch ID infrastructure raises sovereignty concerns
Kyndryl’s proposed takeover shows how critical systems become exposed to foreign control without an overarching policy decision Continue Reading
By- Kim Loohuis
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05 Feb 2026
Why sovereign and agentic AI will define next phase of Middle East’s digital transformation
Organisations shift from artificial intelligence pilots to operational deployment as governments prioritise digital sovereignty and infrastructure control Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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Opinion
03 Feb 2026
The European offensive against encrypted phone evidence
Defendants and lawyers are demanding transparency about digital evidence from police hacking operations used in criminal prosecutions across Europe following a series of critical court judgments. Continue Reading
By- Yehudi Moszkowicz
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Feature
03 Feb 2026
From chaos to clarity: How AI is redefining construction at scale
Klemensas Mecejus from ai71 explains why predictive, agent-based AI could finally crack construction’s productivity and cost overrun problem, and why the Middle East is poised to leap ahead Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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03 Feb 2026
AI agents, human judgement and the future of work in the UAE
As organisations across the UAE move to AI orchestration, leaders are being forced to rethink skills, governance and accountability in an emerging hybrid workforce Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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02 Feb 2026
Police intercept evidence from Sky ECC cryptophone network ‘unreliable’, Antwerp court told
Intercepted communications data used to prosecute drug crime gangs is unreliable and does not conform to international standards of evidence, according to an expert report presented to a court in Antwerp Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Investigations Editor
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29 Jan 2026
Interview: ManageEngine doubles down on data sovereignty with UAE datacentre launch
ManageEngine CEO Rajesh Ganesan explains why owning the cloud stack matters to CIOs in the Middle East, and how automation, AI and end-to-end IT management are reshaping enterprise priorities Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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28 Jan 2026
ENEC, TII and Aspire test autonomous aerial systems for critical infrastructure security
Abu Dhabi proof-of-concept project evaluates whether drone-based patrols are mature enough for safety-critical environments Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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27 Jan 2026
Saudi Arabia ordered to pay £3m to UK dissident targeted with Pegasus spyware
A court has found that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia subjected a London-based human rights activist to abuse and physical violence after infecting his phone with Pegasus spyware Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Investigations Editor
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26 Jan 2026
Spanish court acquits suspects denied access to ‘raw’ Sky ECC intercepts in landmark decision
Prosecutors have been told they cannot rely on intercept evidence from the Sky ECC encrypted phone network in the absence of other evidence, unless they disclose the raw intercept data to defendants in decision that could have a significant impact on future prosecutions Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Investigations Editor
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22 Jan 2026
Dell Technologies Forum Dubai highlights AI as the next great economic accelerator
At its flagship regional event, Dell Technologies set out how AI leadership, data readiness and skills development are shaping digital transformation across the UAE and the wider Middle East Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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21 Jan 2026
E& enterprise brings agentic AI to MENAT
A strategic partnership introduces autonomous, governance-by-design artificial intelligence as enterprises in the Middle East, North Africa and Turkey move from experimentation to real-world impact Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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20 Jan 2026
G42 introduces Digital Embassies framework for sovereign AI
The framework enables governments to deploy artificial intelligence securely and at scale, while maintaining full legal authority over data and systems, regardless of the location of the infrastructure Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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20 Jan 2026
Swedish government software developer counters poor health apps claim
As national election season approaches, political opponents of Sweden’s lead coalition party make hay of survey that claims unsatisfactory health apps deter doctor visits Continue Reading
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19 Jan 2026
UAE signs Pax Silica declaration to advance AI-era security
The United Arab Emirates becomes the ninth signatory to Pax Silica, an economic security coalition for the AI age, reinforcing its leadership in trusted technology, energy and digital infrastructure Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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Feature
16 Jan 2026
Dutch researcher’s AI breakthrough tackles the structured data paradox
Table representation learning unlocks 99% of organisational data that remains unused Continue Reading
By- Kim Loohuis
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15 Jan 2026
Zoho opens its first UAE datacentres to boost cloud adoption
New Dubai and Abu Dhabi facilities support data sovereignty, providing CIOs with local access to more than 100 Zoho and ManageEngine cloud services Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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15 Jan 2026
TII’s Falcon-H1 Arabic sets global standard for Arabic AI
Abu Dhabi’s TII launches Falcon-H1 Arabic, setting a global benchmark for Arabic artificial intelligence Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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13 Jan 2026
Berlin anarchists cite AI in attack on key energy infrastructure
Berlin anarchists have sabotaged key energy infrastructure in the city, claiming it as an act of ‘self-defence’ against the planet’s destruction by ‘energy-guzzling’ technologies and the wider fossil fuel economy that underpins their development Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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12 Jan 2026
Interview: Dawn McCarroll, director of supply chain and business excellence, Helios Towers
As a company that installs and maintains telecoms towers across Africa and the Middle East, Helios is looking to boost digital inclusion in the countries it serves as well as grow through technology improvements Continue Reading
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12 Jan 2026
Intersec Dubai highlights why AI has become critical in the race against cyber attackers
Cigna Healthcare’s Jean Wiles warns that healthcare security teams must act faster without sacrificing accuracy or compliance as threats driven by artificial intelligence scale Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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11 Jan 2026
UAE’s VentureOne to deploy secure autonomy technologies in Europe through Unikie and Solita partners
Partnerships with Finland’s Unikie and Solita will bring UAE-developed secure autonomy technologies to critical infrastructure, public safety and AI-enabled operations across Northern Europe Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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06 Jan 2026
UAE launches AI ecosystem to boost climate-resilient agriculture worldwide
In partnership with the Gates Foundation, Abu Dhabi unveils a multi-institution AI platform designed to accelerate agricultural innovation, strengthen food security and support millions of smallholder farmers facing climate volatility Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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05 Jan 2026
How Bahrain is building a region-leading digital economy
From hyperscale cloud and fintech regulation to AI skills and smart manufacturing, Bahrain is positioning technology at the heart of its economic diversification strategy, says Bahrain EDB’s Musab Abdullah Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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30 Dec 2025
Top 10 European IT stories of 2025
Here are Computer Weekly’s top 10 European technology stories of 2025 Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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28 Dec 2025
Middle East tech trends 2026: AI, cyber security and sovereign infrastructure take centre stage
As artificial intelligence moves from experimentation to production and cyber threats escalate, the Middle East is entering a decisive phase of digital transformation, says Omdia chief analyst Trevor Clarke Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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23 Dec 2025
UAE and Dubai’s tech ambitions in focus as Sheikh Hamdan meets Elon Musk
High-level talks highlight AI, space, digital infrastructure and the UAE’s push to become a global technology and innovation hub through partnerships and progressive regulation Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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Feature
22 Dec 2025
Why the Middle East needs hybrid, human-led cyber security in the age of AI
Obrela’s Mark Morland says AI is accelerating detection, but regional context and human expertise remain essential as threats across the Gulf become more sophisticated and specific to sectors Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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18 Dec 2025
Saudia Arabia’s STC commits to five-year network upgrade programme with Ericsson
Five-year framework agreement focuses on cloud-native networks, AI-driven operations and advanced 5G capabilities as the operator aligns infrastructure investment with Vision 2030 goals Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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15 Dec 2025
ITER builds global, high-speed data backbone for remote scientific participation
Based in southern France, ITER is building one of the most advanced scientific data networks in Europe to support high-speed, resilient connections with fusion researchers worldwide Continue Reading
By- Pat Brans, Pat Brans Associates/Grenoble Ecole de Management
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15 Dec 2025
Reinventing the Arabic newsroom: How Al-Masry Al-Youm is harnessing AI, data, and cloud to transform
Al-Masry Al-Youm CIO Omar Badr reveals how Egypt’s leading independent daily has navigated a decade of digital disruption, balancing editorial freedom with cutting-edge technology Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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11 Dec 2025
Qatar launches Qai to accelerate national and regional AI ambitions
State-backed company Qai aims to build secure AI infrastructure and position Qatar as a leading Gulf innovation hub Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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11 Dec 2025
UAE’s e& enterprise brings Amdocs and Nvidia AI into live telco operations
The Emirati operator moves beyond pilots, using AI agents to streamline customer care and network operations Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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09 Dec 2025
How Oracle Red Bull Racing is driving Formula 1 into the future with cloud, AI and data
Access to the F1 team’s garage in Abu Dhabi reveals how Monte Carlo simulations, artificial intelligence and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure power split-second decisions, strategy and championship-winning performance Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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09 Dec 2025
Cloudera CEO on the Middle East’s hybrid AI future: ‘Workload portability is the foundation’
Charles Sansbury explains how Gulf enterprises are driving demand for private AI, data sovereignty and hybrid architectures as hyperscalers compete for their workloads Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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03 Dec 2025
Interview: Florence Mottay, global CISO, Zalando
Florence Mottay moved from mathematics to software engineering, and is now leading security at Zalando, a high-tech online fashion retailer Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Investigations Editor
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03 Dec 2025
Women in Cybersecurity Middle East marks five years of impact at Black Hat MEA
As AI reshapes the regional cyber security landscape, diversity and skills development remain at the heart of building a resilient digital workforce Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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03 Dec 2025
Black Hat MEA: Saudi Vision 2030 fuels surge in cyber security innovation
Global cyber firms are racing to support the Kingdom’s mega-projects, but building trusted partnerships remains key, says Exabeam CEO Pete Harteveld Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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27 Nov 2025
SAP selects Tata Consultancy Services to transform its IT operations
Software firm agrees five-year IT transformation project with Indian outsourcing giant, taking relationship up to 20 years Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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25 Nov 2025
Antwerp court adjourns high-profile drugs case amid questions over Sky ECC intercept
Defence lawyers ask court to adjourn after unexplained changes found in evidence files containing intercepted messages from Sky ECC encrypted phone network infiltrated by French and Dutch police Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Investigations Editor
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25 Nov 2025
Tech central to swingeing job cuts at ABN Amro
Simplification enabled by the use of the latest technologies underpins Dutch bank’s plan to cut thousands of jobs Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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25 Nov 2025
Big tech backers put Nordic AI bid into perspective
Nordic countries declare plan to become world leaders in artificial intelligence by joining forces Continue Reading
By- Mark Ballard
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25 Nov 2025
Oracle deploys the Middle East’s first AI supercluster to power sovereign AI in Abu Dhabi
Oracle expands its Abu Dhabi cloud region with the Middle East’s first NVIDIA Blackwell–powered AI supercluster, accelerating sovereign AI and supporting the UAE’s ambition to build the world’s first fully AI-native government Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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24 Nov 2025
UAE’s e& enterprise drives growth with AI and sovereign cloud
Acting chief revenue officer Majd Coussa outlines how the digital transformation company is turning innovation into measurable business outcomes for 2025 Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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24 Nov 2025
MWC25 Doha debut marks a new chapter for MENA mobile innovation
GSMA’s Jawad Jalal Abbassi outlines how Qatar’s first Mobile World Congress will accelerate digital transformation, 5G adoption and AI integration across the region Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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21 Nov 2025
Dutch voters grasp digital urgency better than their politicians
A grassroots campaign has propelled digitally competent candidates into the Dutch parliament, despite party leaders placing them low on electoral lists Continue Reading
By- Kim Loohuis
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20 Nov 2025
Swedish welfare authority suspends ‘discriminatory’ AI model
A machine learning model used by Sweden’s social security agency to flag benefit fraud has been discontinued following investigations by media outlets and the country’s data protection watchdog Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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20 Nov 2025
Finland uses tax reform to attract foreign tech investment
Finland is attempting to attract more foreign technology investment through lower corporate tax Continue Reading
By- Gerard O'Dwyer
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20 Nov 2025
Qualcomm and Humain launch AI engineering centre in Riyadh
Saudi Arabia strengthens its artificial intelligence ambitions under Vision 2030 with a new Qualcomm-powered datacentre hub, as Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman highlights tech innovation during his US visit Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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19 Nov 2025
Artificial intelligence helps Klarna double revenues with half the staff
Swedish fintech has gradually replaced half of its staff with artificial intelligence and doubled its revenues Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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19 Nov 2025
Inside the Middle East tech ambition: How A2RL is shaping the future of AI-driven mobility
Driverless cars push the boundaries of artificial intelligence, real-time decision-making and data-driven mobility at Yas Marina Circuit Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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19 Nov 2025
UAE to launch first space-to-ground quantum communication network
Technology Innovation Institute and Space42 unveil a collaboration at the Dubai Airshow to deliver the UAE’s first space-enabled quantum communication network, strengthening national cyber resilience and advancing sovereign leadership in next-generation secure infrastructure Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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14 Nov 2025
Dutch datacentre growth stalls while hydrogen remains untapped
ING warns grid congestion threatens Dutch datacentre leadership, while the country’s championed hydrogen solution remains largely untapped Continue Reading
By- Kim Loohuis
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12 Nov 2025
Cohesity leverages AI and cloud flexibility to boost cyber resilience in the Middle East
As data threats grow, Cohesity helps enterprises and government institutions in the UAE and wider Middle East secure, manage, and derive value from their data Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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12 Nov 2025
UAE advances urban air mobility with simulation-driven regulatory framework
Abu Dhabi’s TII, Aspire and GCAA are pioneering autonomous flying taxi and delivery drone regulations through advanced simulations and real-world pilot zones Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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11 Nov 2025
Abu Dhabi accelerates autonomous mobility push with 29 commercial partnerships
The emirate is building one of the world’s most advanced regulatory and testing ecosystems for AI-driven mobility, from high-speed racing labs to city-wide delivery pilots Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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11 Nov 2025
German healthcare aims to replace faxes and phones with secure messaging
Germany’s digital health agency, Gematik, has turned to open source for secure messaging services that will link patients, doctors and pharmacies Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Investigations Editor
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10 Nov 2025
Inside HP’s plan to build the Middle East’s next generation of tech creators
Through gaming labs, artificial intelligence mentorship and inclusive partnerships, HP is helping young people in the Middle East, especially women, turn digital skills into real-world careers Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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06 Nov 2025
Interview: Filip Nekvinda on balancing IT stability with digital ambition at Abdul Latif Jameel
The chief information and digital officer discusses the challenges of transformation, the power of data, and how Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 is shaping the future of technology leadership Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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06 Nov 2025
Microsoft strengthens UAE’s AI ambitions with launch of Elevate programme
With the launch of Microsoft Elevate UAE, the tech giant deepens its commitment to artificial intelligence skilling, infrastructure and innovation across education, government and startups Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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05 Nov 2025
Dutch boardroom cyber security knowledge gap exposed
Cyber security governance professor warns that executives lack the capability to assess cyber threats in implementation approaches Continue Reading
By- Kim Loohuis
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05 Nov 2025
From ambition to action: How the Gulf is turning responsible AI into a global reality
The Middle East is rapidly advancing in artificial intelligence and digital transformation, driven by strong government strategies. Success in the region requires trust, cultural awareness and alignment with local regulations Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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Opinion
05 Nov 2025
From prototype to partner: The key to building trust in humanoids is thoughtful integration
Humanoids are moving from labs to industry, enhancing efficiency and working alongside humans, not replacing them. Ethical, socially beneficial integration is key to trust and adoption Continue Reading
By- Danilo Caporale
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04 Nov 2025
Nordic investors drive investment in region’s defence sector
Slush Startup in Helsinki will feature dual-use, defence and security events that bring suppliers together Continue Reading
By- Gerard O'Dwyer
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04 Nov 2025
UAE Sovereign Launchpad begins nationwide roll-out with support from e& and AWS
The cloud infrastructure platform aims to strengthen digital resilience and regulatory compliance across government and regulated sectors in the United Arab Emirates Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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04 Nov 2025
G42 and Cisco expand strategic partnership to drive AI innovation and infrastructure growth
The UAE-based tech group and global networking giant will co-develop secure AI infrastructure and cyber security solutions to support high-performance computing and datacentre growth Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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04 Nov 2025
Microsoft’s $15.2bn investment in the UAE: A strategic bet on AI, talent and trust
Microsoft’s decade-long investment in the United Arab Emirates underscores its commitment to building a robust artificial intelligence ecosystem, advancing digital infrastructure and fostering local talent through a strategic partnership with G42 Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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03 Nov 2025
ADNOC, Masdar, XRG and Microsoft forge strategic alliance to power the future of AI and energy
Unveiled before Abu Dhabi’s flagship energy event ADNOC, the partnership aims to deploy AI across ADNOC’s operations and deliver sustainable infrastructure to power Microsoft’s global datacentre growth Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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31 Oct 2025
European governments opt for open source alternatives to Big Tech encrypted communications
European governments are rolling out decentralised secure messaging and collaboration services as they seek to reduce their reliance on Big Tech companies Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Investigations Editor
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30 Oct 2025
Ericsson and SAR unite to drive 5G-powered rail transformation in Saudi Arabia
Strategic partnership signals a new era of smart mobility aligned with country’s digital ambitions Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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29 Oct 2025
Saudi Arabia partners with Humain and Qualcomm to power next global AI frontier
A collaboration to deploy advanced AI infrastructure positions Saudi Arabia as a global hub for intelligent computing Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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29 Oct 2025
Saudi Arabia launches AI health coach to transform preventive care
Integrated into the national Sehaty app, the AI feature, developed with Lean Business Services and Google Cloud, marks a major step in Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 journey toward smarter, more personalised healthcare Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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24 Oct 2025
Interview: Inside Abu Dhabi’s fast-track formula for deep-tech startups
With its integrated model for research, innovation, and commercialisation, VentureOne’s CEO says the incubator is helping turn the UAE’s bold tech ambitions into globally competitive companies. Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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23 Oct 2025
Abu Dhabi bets on autonomous racing to accelerate AI and mobility innovation
Through the Autonomous Racing League, Aspire and the Advanced Technology Research Council are using high-speed competition to test and advance real-world AI and robotics systems Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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23 Oct 2025
UAE’s datacentre boom powers AI ambitions and digital sovereignty
Surging investments in cloud infrastructure and hyperscale capacity position the UAE as a regional digital powerhouse and a magnet for global tech giants Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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22 Oct 2025
Inspired by the EU: Sweden eyes open standard for encrypted chat services
What if your messaging and collaboration app could talk to all the others? Swedish government agencies are investigating the possibility Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Investigations Editor
