NTT DATA, a technology services firm, has partnered with Nutanix, a cloud computing company, to enhance hybrid multicloud adoption and AI infrastructure in the Middle East and Africa. This collaboration aims to support organizations in the region as they focus on modernizing their infrastructure to foster long-term innovation, particularly in hybrid cloud and AI capabilities.

Google has selected 15 AI-focused startups from various African countries including Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, Uganda, Tanzania, Senegal, Côte d’Ivoire, and Angola for its Google for Startups Accelerator Africa program. This initiative emphasizes a transition towards scalable and revenue-generating innovations within the continent's tech ecosystem. The startups, which span sectors such as fintech, mobility, healthtech, agritech, and SaaS, completed a three-month hybrid program.

The AI Everything Kenya × GITEX Kenya summit concluded in Nairobi, focusing on the challenges facing Africa's AI ambitions, including public trust, startup capital, and intellectual property frameworks. The event, which took place at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre, brought together technology executives, government officials, venture investors, and international institutions, attracting over 280 participants.

Revolut has obtained regulatory approvals from the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates, allowing it to launch its services in the competitive UAE financial market. The London-based fintech company has been granted Stored Value Facilities (SVF) and Retail Payment Services licences, marking a significant step in its market entry plans.

Xpress Payment Solutions Limited plans to leverage emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) for its next growth phase, following a decade of processing transactions worth trillions of naira. The announcement was made by the company's Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Wale Olayisade.

Tyms AI has launched a human-first AI platform designed to enhance the operations of medium and enterprise businesses. This platform integrates AI software and intelligent agents to manage daily tasks in areas such as finance, sales, marketing, and customer service, allowing teams to concentrate on more strategic, judgment-driven work.