Shima Zamil
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Saudi FDA Clarifies Smart Rings Cannot Diagnose Diseases
The Saudi FDA warns that wearable accessories cannot diagnose diseases, noting their role is limited to tracking general wellness indicators.
Apple Introduces New Mac mini Featuring M6 and M5 Pro Processors
Apple has announced its updated Mac mini desktop featuring M6 and M5 Pro chips, offering faster AI performance and improved connectivity starting at SAR 4,299.
Saudi Communications and Space Authority Holds Session to Develop Space Startups
CST, MCIT, and NTDP hosted a workshop in Riyadh highlighting government initiatives to support capability development for Saudi space startups.
Google Introduces AI Educational Tools for Search Engine Users
Google launched AI educational tools within its search engine to provide students with interactive simulations, 3D graphics, and instant practice tests.
Priceline Co-Founder Jeff Hoffman to Share Startup Scaling Insights at Leap26
Priceline co-founder Jeff Hoffman will speak at Leap26, sharing insights on building startups, international scaling, and creating sustainable economic impact.
Etidal and Telegram Remove 34 Million Extremist Posts in H1 2026
Etidal and Telegram removed over 34.2 million extremist materials and closed 1,275 channels in H1 2026, bringing total deletions to 292 million since 2022.
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SDAIA Academy Trains Over 500 Specialists in Data Engineering and AI
SDAIA Academy has trained more than 500 specialists in modern data engineering, lakehouse architectures, and advanced artificial intelligence applications.
Meta Launches Dedicated Desktop Assistant for Mac Users
Meta launched a dedicated Mac desktop app for its AI assistant, introducing window sharing, system-wide dictation, and business analytics integration.
Investigation Links Amazon Facility to Destructive Scanning of Rare Books for Model Development
An investigative report reveals Amazon is buying and destructively scanning rare books at a Nevada facility to train language models.
OpenAI Launches Dedicated ChatGPT Mode for Teenagers with Enhanced Safety Controls
OpenAI has launched a dedicated ChatGPT mode for teenagers aged 13 to 17, featuring automatic enrollment, stricter content filters, and parental controls.
Google Introduces Option to Disable Visible AI Watermarks on Gemini Media
Google has introduced a toggle option to disable visible AI watermarks on Gemini-generated media, giving creators more flexibility while maintaining backend security.
Apple Partners with Alibaba to Train AI Model for Chinese Market
Apple has partnered with Alibaba to develop a localized AI model for the Chinese market, marking a shift in its regional software strategy.
Tawakkalna Leads Digital Experience Maturity Index 2026
Tawakkalna has ranked first in beneficiary satisfaction in the 2026 Digital Experience Maturity Index, placing fifth overall among Saudi government platforms.
Etmad Platform Secures Second Place in Digital Experience Maturity Index
The Saudi government platform Etmad ranked second in the 2026 Digital Experience Maturity Index, scoring 94.36% overall.
Saudi Informatics Team Secures Three International Awards in Uzbekistan
The Saudi informatics team won three awards at the 38th International Olympiad in Informatics in Uzbekistan, including a historic first silver medal.
OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Desktop App for Linux Systems
OpenAI has launched a preview version of its ChatGPT desktop application for Linux, expanding its availability to major open-source distributions.
Meta Tests On-Device AI to Detect WhatsApp Scams
Meta is testing an optional Scam Alert feature on WhatsApp that uses on-device machine learning to flag suspicious messages and protect users from fraud.
Zain Kuwait Launches AI-Powered Real-Time Call Translation Service
Zain Kuwait has launched an AI-powered real-time translation service for mobile calls, allowing users to translate Arabic and English conversations directly.
Apple Reference Image Discovered in iOS 27 Beta Code
Apple is reportedly developing a new Reference Image feature in iOS 27 to verify the authenticity of iPhone photos and combat AI deepfakes.
du Releases First 6G Whitepaper on Autonomous Telecom Networks
du has published its first 6G whitepaper in collaboration with Khalifa University, detailing a blueprint for autonomous, AI-native telecom networks.
Saudi Arabia Launches Digital Platform to Automate 85,000 Mosques
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Islamic Affairs has launched a digital platform to automate services across 85,000 mosques, improving administrative oversight and field monitoring.
Microsoft Merges Consumer and Commercial Copilot Apps into Unified Interface
Microsoft is combining its consumer and commercial Copilot applications into a single unified interface, removing several unsuccessful features in the process.