AI in Oman
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Reporting on the artificial intelligence, cloud, and software stack being built in Oman — for founders and technology teams tracking which platforms, funding rounds, and infrastructure decisions are moving revenue in the Sultanate.
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The Oman Investment Authority has backed Elon Musk's Neuralink, adding brain-computer interface technology to a growing portfolio that already includes xAI and SpaceX. Here is what the move signals about Oman's deep-tech ambitions.
By Ahmed Al-Hinai
From an AI-powered Earth observation satellite launching in H1 2026 to a $200 million sovereign connectivity deal, Oman is rapidly building a space economy with artificial intelligence at its core.
By Zaheer Al-Lawati
February 2026 broke every record in AI: the largest merger in history, seven frontier models launched in a single month, $189 billion in funding, and Oman's Omantel launched its sovereign cloud platform. Here is everything you need to know.
By Layla Al-Zadjali
The Oman Investment Authority has attracted three US-based semiconductor companies to set up operations in the Sultanate, with a combined investment of $38 million that is creating high-skilled chip design jobs for Omani graduates.
By Omar Al-Riyami
MTCIT has launched a sweeping five-year plan to expand Oman's digital economy, including a national AI language model, digital transformation centres in every governorate, and a target of 10% GDP contribution by 2040. Here is what the numbers say and why it matters.
By Zaheer Al-Lawati
A new market report reveals Oman's data center infrastructure is poised for 9.34% annual growth through 2031, driven by 5G expansion, cloud adoption, and AI deployment across the Sultanate.
By Editorial Team
From computer engineering student to Forbes 30 Under 30 entrepreneur, Qais Al Jedyani is building Madad, a B2B marketplace revolutionizing how Oman's hospitality businesses procure supplies.
By Omar Al-Riyami
Founded in 2022, Byanat has become Oman's fastest-growing tech startup, securing funding from 500 Global and major telecom operators with its AI-powered infrastructure platform.
By Fatma Al-Zahra
From government-sponsored bootcamps to international certifications, discover AI, machine learning, and technology training programs you can join in Oman this year.
By Fatima Al-Hashmi
From machine learning engineers to Python developers and cybersecurity specialists, Oman's tech sector is actively hiring across multiple disciplines with opportunities at both local and multinational companies.
By Omar Al-Riyami
UNESCO's March 2026 AI Readiness Assessment positions Oman to become a regional AI hub through sovereign computing infrastructure, addressing current reliance on foreign cloud providers.
By Editorial Team
On February 11, 2026, Omantel unveiled Otech at the Royal Opera House Muscat, marking a strategic transformation from telecom operator to comprehensive technology provider. The platform becomes the first in the Middle East to deliver AWS-accredited sovereign cloud services.
By Editorial Team
From OpenAI's advertising push to DeepSeek's cost-efficient breakthroughs, here's how the global AI landscape is shifting and what it means for Oman's tech ecosystem.
By Zaheer Al-Lawati
On February 11, 2026, Omantel unveiled Otech at the Royal Opera House Muscat, consolidating cloud, AI, and cybersecurity services while becoming the first company in the Middle East accredited by AWS to deliver sovereign cloud solutions.
By Ahmed Al-Hinai
Omantel's new technology platform Otech, launched February 11, 2026, consolidates cloud, AI, and cybersecurity services while becoming the first Middle East company accredited by AWS to deliver sovereign cloud solutions.
By Ahmed Al-Hinai
From government-sponsored AI programs to international certifications, discover the data science, machine learning, and artificial intelligence courses you can enroll in across Oman this month.
By Editorial Team
From data scientists to DevOps engineers, Oman's tech sector is actively hiring across AI, machine learning, cybersecurity, and cloud computing roles as the Sultanate advances toward Vision 2040 goals.
By Zaheer Al-Lawati
Oman's second Suhar Investment Forum drew investors from over 30 countries, showcasing RO 300 million in projects with a strong focus on digital transformation, AI-driven solutions, and smart industrial development.
By Fatima Al-Hashmi
On November 20, 2025, Oman unveiled an groundbreaking AI-powered platform that transforms how citizens and visitors experience the nation's cultural heritage, featuring personalized historical narratives and AI-generated traditional greetings.
By Layla Al-Zadjali
On November 19, 2025, the Central Bank of Oman approved a groundbreaking fee structure for the Maal Card, setting new standards for digital payments and financial inclusion across the Sultanate.
By Omar Al-Riyami
Ooredoo Oman's sponsorship of the Mulhim Generative AI Hackathon on October 29 brings together Oman's brightest minds to develop cutting-edge AI solutions, with winning projects set to transform key sectors of the economy.
By Samir Al-Balushi
The Oman Research & Education Network Technology Summit (OTS25) wrapped up on October 21, showcasing groundbreaking initiatives in educational technology, research collaboration, and digital infrastructure that will transform Oman's academic landscape.
By Dr. Khalid Al-Rashdi
As 700,000 students return to school this August, they're walking into AI-powered classrooms, VR labs, and personalized learning systems. Inside Oman's $400 million education technology transformation.
By Layla Al-Zadjali
The Ministry of Transport, Communications & IT launches Oman's comprehensive AI strategy, targeting 30,000 AI jobs, $5B economic impact, and positioning the Sultanate as the Gulf's AI innovation hub by 2030.
By Dr. Khalid Al-Rashdi
Discover how growing technology ties between Oman and India are creating new opportunities, from joint AI projects to IT talent exchange and beyond.
By Omar Al-Shamsi
From massive 5G rollout to Vision 2040 investments, explore five factors propelling Oman to the forefront of Middle Eastern tech and why businesses should take note.
By Surah Al-Balushi
