SSICT News

Straive Acquires NextGen Invent to Expand AI Capabilities
Straive has acquired NextGen Invent to integrate specialized AI engineering expertise and expand its global data operationalization capabilities.

LG Electronics Launches LG MAGNIT Micro LED for Control Rooms
LG Electronics has launched its new LG MAGNIT Micro LED display, designed specifically for professional control rooms and mission-critical environments.

Robo.ai Announces Proposed Acquisition of QC Capital for $60 Million
Robo.ai has entered into an agreement to acquire 100% of QC Capital for US$60 million in Class B ordinary shares.

Arabian Ethicals Achieves ISO 31000:2018 Certification for Risk Management
Arabian Ethicals has achieved the ISO 31000:2018 certification, establishing a structured risk management framework to secure healthcare supply chains in the UAE.

Athar Festival 2026 Announces New Content Streams and Refreshed Awards in Riyadh
Athar Festival 2026 returns to Riyadh this November with four new content streams and a updated awards framework for the creative marketing industry.

Global Investment Summit 2026 Launches in Paris
The Global Investment Summit 2026 will launch in Paris this September, targeting USD 28.59 billion in European investments into the GCC region.

Rosie Stancer Completes Historic 2,000 km Saudi Desert Crossing
British explorer Rosie Stancer and her all-female team have successfully completed a 2,000 km walk across the Saudi desert along the historic Incense Route.

Emircom and Ciena Launch New Optical Networking Hub in Riyadh
Emircom and Ciena have opened a new optical networking hub in Riyadh to support Saudi Arabia’s digital infrastructure and high-capacity connectivity demands.

Kaspersky CTF 2026 Registration Opens Following SAS Qualifier Results
Kaspersky has opened registration for its 2026 CTF competition following the conclusion of the SAS CTF qualifiers, which saw eight teams advance to the Bali finals.

OMODA JAECOO Previews SIVP Intelligent Parking Technology for Saudi Arabia
OMODA JAECOO has highlighted its AI-powered SIVP system in Saudi Arabia, offering autonomous parking capabilities to address urban mobility challenges.

AIM Talks China 2026 Drives UAE-China Economic and Smart Mobility Alignment
The UAE delegation concluded strategic meetings in Guangzhou during AIM Talks China 2026, focusing on smart mobility, AI, and trade alignment.

Vertiv Completes Acquisition of ThermoKey to Expand Data Center Cooling Portfolio
Vertiv has completed its acquisition of ThermoKey to expand its thermal management capabilities and support high-density computing in AI data centers.

Saudi Arabia Secures Advanced Global Rankings in 2026 Competitiveness Report
Saudi Arabia ranked 13th globally in the IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook 2026, driven by SDAIA’s national initiatives and AI adoption frameworks.

Unifonic and Ideem Partner to Deploy Passwordless Authentication in GCC
Unifonic and Ideem have partnered to launch secure passwordless authentication solutions for enterprises across the GCC region.

Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University Rises in QS World University Rankings
Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University has advanced 50 positions in the 2027 QS World University Rankings, securing 677th place globally.

Madkhol Capital Partners with anb Capital and Derayah Financial
Madkhol Capital has announced strategic partnerships with anb Capital and Derayah Financial to expand digital investment opportunities for Saudi investors.

Microsoft Selects Checkout.com to Power EMEA Transactions
Microsoft has partnered with Checkout.com to manage digital transactions across the EMEA region, integrating AI-powered optimization for Xbox, Azure, and Microsoft 365.

HONOR Magic V6 Adopted by Saudi National Football Players
Saudi national football players have adopted the HONOR Magic V6 foldable phone to manage their busy training and travel schedules.

Snapchat Research Reveals Shift in Football Fandom Across Saudi Arabia and UAE
A new Snapchat research study shows that football fandom in Saudi Arabia and the UAE is shifting toward mobile engagement and digital group chats.

TikTok Removes 11.7 Million Violative Videos in MENA Region
TikTok removed over 11.7 million violative videos across the MENA region in Q4 2025, achieving a 99.9% proactive removal rate in key markets.

HPE Unifies Channel Operations with Juniper Networks Under Single Program
HPE is consolidating its channel operations with Juniper Networks under the unified HPE Partner Ready Vantage program starting November 2026.

OMODA JAECOO SHS Showcased to Support Summer Travel and Outdoor Activities in the UAE
OMODA & JAECOO showcased its Super Hybrid System in the UAE, offering over 1,300 km of range and V2L technology for summer travel.
