Mohamed Ghamdi
Saudi Arabia Joins Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence at India AI Impact Summit
Saudi Arabia joined the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence at the India AI Impact Summit. The Kingdom became the first Arab nation in the 46-member coalition.
Ericsson Forms Partnership with Mistral AI for Telecom Applications
Ericsson and Mistral AI announced a partnership to develop AI solutions for telecom networks. The collaboration targets automation and 6G research.
AMD and TCS Expand Collaboration to Deploy Helios Rack-Scale AI Architecture in India
AMD and TCS have expanded their strategic collaboration to deploy the AMD Helios rack-scale AI architecture in India, targeting a 200 MW AI-ready data center capacity.
Radisson Hotel Madinah Opens with Tourism Development Fund Support
Radisson Hotel Madinah officially opened on February 18, 2026, backed by the Tourism Development Fund. The four-star, 165-room property sits near Quba Mosque in Madinah.
Saudi Arabia Records 312% Surge in Generative AI Skills as Vision 2030 Drives Workforce Shift
Coursera’s Job Skills Report 2026 shows Generative AI skills enrollment in Saudi Arabia surged 312% year-over-year, with Business Management and Product Management also seeing rapid growth.
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Lantern Fest 2026 Brings 8-Player Reload Teams and MENA Developer Spotlight to Fortnite
Epic Games launches Lantern Fest 2026 in Fortnite, introducing 8-player Reload teams and a MENA developer showcase running through March 18.
SDAIA Deploys AI and Data Technologies to Support Umrah Performers During Ramadan 2026
The Saudi Data and AI Authority is deploying AI and data technologies across the Kingdom’s ports and holy sites during Ramadan 2026 to support Umrah performers. The Tawakkalna app and crowd management algorithms are central to this effort.
IFA Berlin 2026 Opens Call for Session Proposals with Five Content Tracks
IFA Berlin 2026 opens call for session proposals with five content tracks until March 27, featuring diverse formats from talks to masterclasses for the September event.
NTT DATA and Saal.ai Form Partnership to Deploy Enterprise AI Solutions
NTT DATA and Saal.ai announced a strategic collaboration to deliver Enterprise AI Solutions and infrastructure for organizations in the region, combining UAE-developed AI products with global delivery capabilities.
RH Aero Dubai Service Center Opens at Mohammed bin Rashid Aerospace Hub
RH Aero opens 2,800-square-meter service center at Dubai South’s aerospace hub, providing Ground Support Equipment and tooling services across Middle East, Africa, and India.
Saudi Non-Oil Economy Enters Export-Driven Growth Phase, PwC Report States
PwC Middle East report states Saudi Arabia’s non-oil economy, now 56% of GDP, is entering an export-driven growth phase focused on competitiveness and productivity.
Moody’s Establishes Regional Headquarters in Riyadh
Moody’s Corporation establishes regional headquarters in Riyadh, expanding its presence in Saudi Arabia to support capital market development and Vision 2030 initiatives.
Kaspersky Signs Cooperation Agreement with Qassim University to Develop Cybersecurity Skills
Kaspersky signed a cooperation agreement with Qassim University to enhance cybersecurity education and professional training for students and faculty members in Saudi Arabia.
Mastercard Enables Google Pay for Cardholders in Saudi Arabia
Mastercard and Google launched Google Pay for cardholders in Saudi Arabia, enabling contactless payments via Android smartphones with tokenization security technology.
EY KSA and Microsoft Collaborate on Consulting Services Through EY Studio+
EY KSA and Microsoft announced a collaboration to deliver consulting services through EY Studio+ in Saudi Arabia, combining industry expertise with AI and cloud technologies.
Cultural Integration Hospitality Operations Boost Revenue by 5%, Arthur D. Little Study Shows
Arthur D. Little study reveals culturally integrated hotels achieve 5% higher occupancy rates and superior guest satisfaction scores, with cultural tourism now representing 40% of global tourism revenues.
sarcc Signs Agreement with MAWREF for 12,000-Bed Worker Accommodation in Riyadh
sarcc and MAWREF signed an agreement to develop a 12,000-bed worker accommodation project in North Riyadh with operations starting in Q1 2029.
Middle East M&A Activity Surges 33% in 2025 with 635 Completed Deals
Middle East M&A activity surged 33% in 2025 to 635 completed deals, driven by intra-regional transactions and renewed foreign investment confidence.
Cisco Launches Silicon One G300 Switching Silicon for AI Data Centers
Cisco launches Silicon One G300, a 102.4 Tbps switching silicon for AI data centers, featuring liquid cooling and Intelligent Collective Networking technology.
Supy Restaurant Software Triples Revenue in 2025, Expands to 42 Countries
Dubai-based Supy tripled revenue in 2025 while expanding to 42 countries. The AI-powered platform reduces restaurant food costs by 20% through automated inventory management.
JETOUR PHEV Combines Hybrid Technology with Off-Road Capability
JETOUR introduces PHEV models combining hybrid efficiency with off-road capability through 3DHT transmission technology and dual-motor architecture.
MBRF Sponsors Makkah Halal Forum as Diamond Partner Supporting Saudi Food Security
MBRF joins Makkah Halal Forum 2026 as Diamond Sponsor, reinforcing 50-year commitment to Saudi food security through expanded HPDC partnership and local production capabilities.