Microsoft strengthens partnership with Kuwait Government, announces intent to establish AI powered Azure Region to accelerate AI transformation and drive economic growth

Groundbreaking partnership will see Microsoft and the Government of Kuwait working together on several initiatives and projects across the public sector and state-owned entities to create a robust ecosystem for the development of AI solutions. March, 2025; Kuwait City, Kuwait – Microsoft has entered into a strategic partnership agreement with the Government of Kuwait, represented … Continue reading Microsoft strengthens partnership with Kuwait Government, announces intent to establish AI powered Azure Region to accelerate AI transformation and drive economic growth

National IT Academy and Microsoft Launch the First Microsoft Datacenter Academy in the Middle East in Saudi Arabia

Academy will equip the Kingdom’s future workforce with specialist technical skills for the new AI era, enabling them to contribute to Saudi Arabia's position as a global datacenter hub Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 11 February 2025 – On the sidelines of LEAP 2025, Microsoft Arabia and the National IT Academy (NITA) announced the launch of … Continue reading National IT Academy and Microsoft Launch the First Microsoft Datacenter Academy in the Middle East in Saudi Arabia

Microsoft showcases remarkable innovations accelerating AI transformation and growth across the UAE  

Microsoft highlighted groundbreaking AI applications transforming industries and driving economic growth across the UAE, reinforcing the nation’s position as a leading hub for digital innovation. 6 February 2025; Dubai, UAE – Microsoft’s global AI tour kicked off today in Dubai. At the event, with the strategic partnership of G42, several groundbreaking AI innovations were spotlighted, … Continue reading Microsoft showcases remarkable innovations accelerating AI transformation and growth across the UAE  

Microsoft names Samer Abu-Ltaif President for Europe, Middle East and Africa  

With over 34 years of experience in technology and business growth, Abu-Ltaif will lead Microsoft across more than 120 markets in EMEA, driving digital transformation for customers and partners in the era of agentic AI.  30 January, 2025; Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Microsoft has announced the appointment of Samer Abu-Ltaif as the President of … Continue reading Microsoft names Samer Abu-Ltaif President for Europe, Middle East and Africa  

Microsoft shares strong progress on datacenter region in Saudi Arabia; construction complete on three sites, with availability expected in 2026

Completing construction of three Azure availability zones marks major milestone in Microsoft’s ongoing investments in the Kingdom. Datacenter region will respond to demand for Microsoft’s highly secure and globally trusted cloud services from governments and key industries in Saudi Arabia. Microsoft’s datacenter ecosystem is set to significantly contribute to AI education throughout the Kingdom, with … Continue reading Microsoft shares strong progress on datacenter region in Saudi Arabia; construction complete on three sites, with availability expected in 2026