Nour Elotaiby
IBM Partners with OpenAI to Expand Enterprise AI Solutions Globally
IBM has partnered with OpenAI to train tens of thousands of consultants and integrate advanced models like GPT-5.6 into its enterprise consulting platforms.
SDAIA Launches Ebram Platform for Government Digital Signatures
SDAIA has launched the Ebram platform to provide secure digital signature and seal services for Saudi government entities.
Google Gemini Reaches One Billion Monthly Active Users Globally
Google Gemini has officially crossed the milestone of one billion monthly active users, making it the fastest-growing product in the company’s history.
Apple Spyware Alerts Launched to Detect Government Hacking
Apple has launched direct lock screen push notifications to warn iPhone users in 110 countries about targeted mercenary spyware attacks.
PIF-Led Consortium Completes Acquisition of Electronic Arts
A consortium led by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund has completed the acquisition of Electronic Arts, delisting the publisher from NASDAQ.
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Saudi Artificial Intelligence Team Wins Three International Awards at IOAI 2026
The Saudi artificial intelligence team won three international awards at the IOAI 2026 in Astana, raising the Kingdom’s total tally to seven medals.
Dr. Al-Sayel Elected Co-Chair of UN-GGIM Committee
Dr. Mohammed bin Yahya Al-Sayel has been elected Co-Chair of the UN Committee of Experts on Global Geospatial Information Management in New York.
SDAIA Opens Registration for AI Professional Badges
SDAIA has opened registration for its AI Professional Badges program, offering specialized tracks for AI engineers and data scientists in Saudi Arabia.
China Warns of Retaliation Over Proposed US AI Sanctions
China has warned of necessary measures to protect its interests following US threats of sanctions against Chinese AI companies over model distillation allegations.
Zain Saudi Arabia Reports 5.3 Billion Riyals Revenue for H1 2026
Zain Saudi Arabia announced its H1 2026 financial results, recording 5.3 billion riyals in revenue and an 84 percent increase in net profit.
Google AI Overviews Now Appear in 43% of Global Searches
New data shows Google AI Overviews are rapidly becoming the default search experience, appearing in 43% of queries globally.
Saudi Arabia Integrates AI and Esports into School Student Activities
Saudi Arabia has officially integrated AI, cybersecurity, and esports into school student activities for the academic year 1448 AH to develop digital skills.
Saudi Arabia Integrates AI Literacy into National Strategy to Support Vision 2030 Goals
Saudi Arabia is embedding AI literacy into its national strategy to support economic growth and Vision 2030 goals, according to a new report by Coursera.
WhatsApp Username Feature Raises Security Concerns in Somalia and India
The upcoming WhatsApp username feature has sparked security worries in Somalia and India over potential difficulties in tracking cybercriminals and militants.
Moonshot AI Launches Kimi K3 Model to Challenge US Dominance
Moonshot AI has launched its Kimi K3 model with 2.8 trillion parameters, intensifying the global technology competition between China and the United States.
Saudi Researchers Develop Secure ICU Patient Monitoring System
Saudi and international researchers have developed a secure ICU monitoring system that achieves 98.04% accuracy while protecting patient data from cyberattacks.
Riyadh to Host World’s Largest Cybersecurity Challenge at Black Hat MEA 2026
Riyadh will host the world’s largest cybersecurity challenge at Black Hat MEA 2026, featuring over SAR 790,000 in prizes and the top 150 global teams.
Saudi Arabia and China Strengthen Strategic Technology and Space Partnerships
Saudi Minister Abdullah Alswaha led a high-level delegation to Beijing, meeting with Chinese officials and tech executives to expand bilateral cooperation.
ZATCA Detects Tax Violations in 61,000 Inspections
ZATCA detected multiple tax violations during 61,000 inspections in Q2 2026, targeting retail, gold, and tobacco sectors.
Saudi Arabia Expands Digital Infrastructure and AI Cooperation in China
Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Communications and Information Technology led a high-level delegation to Shenzhen to discuss AI, robotics, and cloud solutions.
Saudi Minister Meets Scholarship Students in China to Discuss Tech Future
The Saudi Minister of Communications met with scholarship students in China to discuss localizing advanced technologies and boosting the digital economy.
Waze Integrates Gemini AI for Personalized Navigation and Voice Controls
Waze has integrated Google Gemini to offer personalized route suggestions, conversational voice commands, and a new Less Chatty mode for drivers.