SSICT News

HONOR Launches X7e Plus 5G Smartphone in Saudi Arabia
The HONOR X7e Plus 5G smartphone has launched in Saudi Arabia for 949 SAR, bringing premium durability and an 8100mAh battery to the budget segment.

LG Launches 2026 Micro and Mini RGB evo AI TVs
LG Electronics has launched its 2026 Micro and Mini RGB evo AI TVs, featuring advanced color purity and AI-powered picture processing.

SAL Becomes First Saudi Company to Obtain IATA SeMS Certification
SAL Logistics Services has become the first Saudi company to receive the IATA SeMS Level 1 certification for cargo security.

HUAWEI MatePad Air Pre-Orders Open in Saudi Arabia Starting at 3299 SAR
The HUAWEI MatePad Air is now available for pre-order in Saudi Arabia starting at 3299 SAR, featuring advanced AI tools and a 12-inch OLED display.

SEVEN ABHA Welcomes Visitors Following Opening Festival
SEVEN ABHA continues to welcome visitors following its successful five-day opening festival, offering Formula E Karting, bowling, and cinemas.

Almajdouie Changan Launches Youth Initiative in Saudi Arabia
Almajdouie Changan has partnered with LYNX STEM Racing Team to launch the ‘خلك مبدع’ initiative, supporting young Saudi entrepreneurs and showcasing local talents.

Kyndryl Launches Agentic Modernization Services-as-Software via Kyndryl Bridge
Kyndryl has launched its new Agentic Modernization services-as-software, designed to automate enterprise technology updates through Kyndryl Bridge.

Daikin Interactive Center Opens in Dubai for Sustainable Cooling
Daikin Middle East and Africa has opened its new interactive center in Dubai, showcasing advanced HVAC-R technologies and precision cooling solutions.

Kaspersky Survey Highlights Security Gap and Higher Infection Rates for Apple Users
A Kaspersky survey reveals that 12% of macOS users experienced malware infections compared to 9% of Windows users, highlighting a significant security protection gap.

Stolen Cookies: NordVPN Identifies 52.4 Billion Compromised Records
A new study by NordVPN reveals that over 52.4 billion stolen cookies were identified in a single year, marking a major shift toward session hijacking.

Globant Launches Glob.AI to Redefine Enterprise Technology Services
Globant has launched Glob.AI, a new tech services model utilizing AI Pods and outcome-based pricing to improve enterprise software development productivity.

CHERY Saudi Arabia Outlines Direct Operations and Expansion Strategy in Riyadh
CHERY Saudi Arabia hosted a media briefing in Riyadh to announce direct management of its operations and outline its local expansion strategy.

Riyadh to Host Fourth UNESCO Global Forum on AI Ethics in September
Riyadh will host the fourth UNESCO Global Forum on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence from September 14 to 17, 2026, bringing together global tech leaders.

Si-Ware Systems and SEMC Partner to Advance MEMS Sensing Technologies in Saudi Arabia
Si-Ware Systems and SEMC have signed an MoU to advance MEMS sensing technologies in Saudi Arabia, supporting Vision 2030 semiconductor goals.

PMI and Sobha Group Partner to Enhance Project Management Capabilities
The Project Management Institute and Sobha Group have signed an MoU to strengthen project management capabilities and professional development.

LG Electronics Expands Commercial Air Care Business Across Asia
LG Electronics expands its commercial air care business in Asia, securing major supply contracts in Taiwan and Thailand to meet growing demand.

Cyber Resilience Becomes Critical Priority for Manufacturing Sector
A joint report by Kaspersky and VDC Strategy reveals that 60% of manufacturers expect to achieve full digitalization within two years, making cyber security a business priority.

The Space 14 Estate Launches New Warehousing Project in Dubai Investments Park 2
The Space 14 Estate has launched a new warehousing project in Dubai Investments Park 2, offering 14 flexible units scheduled for completion in September 2027.

Cisco Outlines Need for New AI Cyber Defense Playbook as Threat Windows Shrink
Cisco urges organizations to adopt continuous security models as artificial intelligence reduces the time attackers need to exploit software vulnerabilities.

AliExpress Launches Back-to-School Campaign in Saudi Arabia
AliExpress has launched its seasonal campaign in Saudi Arabia, offering technology, home, and automotive products from August 17 to 26.

Cultural Development Fund Launches AI Incentives for Cultural Projects
The Cultural Development Fund has launched a new funding track offering up to SAR500,000 for cultural projects adopting artificial intelligence.

Four Points by Sheraton Riyadh Wins Marriott’s 2026 EMEA New Hotel Opening Award
Four Points by Sheraton Riyadh has won the 2026 EMEA New Hotel Opening Award from Marriott International, recognizing its operational excellence.
