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World Economic Forum Names Two Saudi CEOs to 2026 Young Global Leaders Class
The World Economic Forum has named two Saudi CEOs to its 2026 Young Global Leaders class, recognizing their contributions to innovation and regional business development.
iCAUR Hosts 2026 International Business Summit in China with Global Partners
The iCAUR International Business Summit hosts its 2026 event in Wuhu, China, featuring immersive driving experiences and lifestyle engagement rather than traditional presentations. The event brings together global partners to experience new energy mobility through real-world scenarios.
AI and Employment: Study Maps Automation Risk Across Global Occupations
A Coface and OEM study maps how AI-driven automation targets cognitive and skilled occupations globally, with exposure varying from 12% in Turkey to 20% in the UK.
AVIXA Postpones InfoComm EDGE Dubai to October 2027, Plans Q4 2026 Preview Event
AVIXA postpones its flagship InfoComm EDGE Dubai conference to October 2027 and plans a curated preview event in Q4 2026 to address regional priorities.
ZTE Calls for Shift From Network Metrics to User Experience in Broadband Strategy
ZTE argues that fiber network speed alone does not guarantee revenue growth. Operators must shift focus to user experience and customer behavior through intelligent networks and home-centric strategies.
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ZincFive Surpasses 2 GW Milestone in Nickel-Zinc Battery Adoption
ZincFive reaches 2 GW milestone in global nickel-zinc battery deployments, signaling accelerating adoption of the technology in data center infrastructure as an alternative to lead-acid and lithium-ion systems.
LG PuriCare AeroMini Compact Air Purifier Launches in Saudi Arabia
LG Electronics launches the compact PuriCare AeroMini air purifier in Saudi Arabia, featuring 360-degree purification, 26dB quiet operation, and smart app control.
Deepal G318 Arrives in Saudi Arabia with 850km Range and Off-Road Capabilities
Deepal G318 Saudi Arabia launch brings Range-Extended Electric Vehicle technology to the Kingdom with 850km driving range, advanced off-road features, and premium interior technology.
OMODA&JAECOO Marks Third Anniversary With Exclusive UAE Financing Deals
OMODA&JAECOO anniversary offers exclusive UAE financing deals featuring 0% interest for up to five years, fuel vouchers, and complimentary insurance as the brand celebrates its third anniversary and approaches one million global sales.
Mashreq Launches Digital Loan Solution for UAE Healthcare Services with Toothpick Partnership
Mashreq and Toothpick launch embedded financing for UAE healthcare, enabling patients to finance dental and aesthetic treatments up to AED 150,000 through a fully digital process.
KnowBe4 Launches Agent Risk Manager to Secure AI Workforce
KnowBe4 unveiled Agent Risk Manager, a new defense system for securing autonomous AI agents. The platform monitors agent behavior and prevents unauthorized actions as workflows shift to agent-managed operations.
Saudi Arabia Launches Digital Transformation Index 2026 for Government Entities
Saudi Arabia’s Digital Government Authority launched the Digital Transformation Index 2026 to help government entities improve digital performance and service quality, with 2,800 specialists from 249 entities participating in the initial workshop.
Investor Warns of Rising Drone Threats to Private Infrastructure Across Middle East and NATO Region
Investor warns that drone threats infrastructure are escalating across the Middle East and NATO’s eastern flank, with recent attacks on cloud operations signaling that private companies must invest in defence systems.
Gupshup Launches Superagent AI Agent for Customer Conversations at Scale
Gupshup Superagent AI launches as an autonomous agent managing customer conversations across messaging and voice channels. The platform reduces operational costs by up to 90 percent while increasing conversions beyond 25 percent.
IATA Ground Handling Conference 2026 to Address AI Integration in Airport Operations
IATA will host its 38th Ground Handling Conference in Cairo from May 19-21, 2026, examining how artificial intelligence and automation will reshape airport operations while maintaining human expertise.
Nutanix Agentic AI Expands With Multitenant Capabilities for Neocloud Providers
Nutanix Agentic AI gains multitenant capabilities and enhanced cloud management tools to help neocloud providers deliver secure, scalable AI services. New features arrive in H2 2026.
Sony INZONE H6 Air Gaming Headset Launches in Saudi Arabia
Sony launches the INZONE H6 Air open-back gaming headset in Saudi Arabia, featuring lightweight aluminum construction and spatial audio tuning. New Fnatic Edition peripherals and Glass Purple INZONE Buds also arrive in the region.
Anthropic Redesigns Claude Code Desktop App for Multi-Session Development
Anthropic redesigned Claude Code’s desktop app with a new sidebar for managing multiple AI sessions, drag-and-drop workspace customization, and integrated tools. The update also introduces routines, a feature that automates AI tasks on schedules or GitHub events.
Hyundai Boulder Concept SUV Debuts at New York Auto Show, Previews 2030 Pickup Truck
Hyundai Boulder Concept SUV debuts at New York Auto Show, previewing the company’s first body-on-frame midsize pickup truck arriving by 2030. The design emphasizes off-road capability and American manufacturing.
NVIDIA Launches Ising Open-Source AI Models for Quantum Computing Development
NVIDIA releases Ising, the first open-source family of quantum AI models designed to accelerate practical quantum computing development. The models deliver 2.5x faster decoding speed and 3x higher accuracy than existing industry standards.
PayTabs Completes Acquisition of TAPn’GO to Expand Contactless Payment Services Across MENA
PayTabs Group completed its acquisition of TAPn’GO, integrating contactless payment capabilities into its Super App platform. The move targets merchants across retail, hospitality, and healthcare sectors in the MENA region.
E-commerce Scams Account for 85% of Financial Phishing in Middle East, Kaspersky Report Finds
Kaspersky’s latest report reveals e-commerce scams phishing attacks account for 85% of financial phishing in the Middle East, with over one million banking accounts compromised by infostealers in 2025.