Artificial Intelligence
Latest news and developments in artificial intelligence, machine learning, generative AI, and large language models transforming industries across Saudi Arabia and the Middle East.

Global Investors Managing $14.3 Trillion Gather for LEAP 2026 in Riyadh
More than 1,000 investors representing $14.3 trillion in assets under management will convene in Riyadh for the fifth edition of the LEAP tech conference.

LinkedIn Reports Over One Million Clicks on Its New Content Feedback Tool
Over one million users clicked LinkedIn’s new feedback option to flag machine-generated posts, reducing low-quality feed views by 40 percent.

Saudi Minister of Communications Discusses AI with Sony Leadership in Paris
Saudi Minister Eng. Abdullah Alswaha met Sony Group CEO Hiroki Totoki in Paris to discuss AI tools for digital creators.

Chargebacks911 Report Highlights Internal Fraud Risks Across Global Merchants
A study by Chargebacks911 shows that nearly one in four merchants experiences internal fraud, while over half fail to monitor internal dispute actions.

AmiViz to Showcase AI Security and Digital Tech at LEAP 2026
AmiViz will showcase AI security, sovereign cloud, and data resilience technologies at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh to support Saudi digital infrastructure.

Saudi Minister Discusses Game Development AI Applications with Ubisoft in France
Saudi Communications Minister Abdullah Al-Sawaha met with Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot in France to discuss artificial intelligence tools in video game production.

OpenAI Launches Apple Messages Plugin for ChatGPT on Mac
OpenAI has launched an Apple Messages plugin for ChatGPT on Mac, allowing users to draft, search, and send texts via local device processing.

Robo.ai Reports Business Restructuring and Sets Financial Filing Schedule
Robo.ai announced it will release its H1 2026 financial results on August 24 following key acquisitions and the formation of Alif Holding in the UAE.

SDAIA Highlights Role of Systematic Risk Management in Responsible AI
SDAIA emphasized the importance of continuous risk management to support responsible AI deployment during Saudi Arabia’s Year of AI initiatives.

SDAIA Honors GAMI for Distinguished Data Management Compliance
SDAIA honored GAMI for distinguished data management compliance and governance standards, reflecting commitment to international data handling practices.

Humain Teases Horizon Ultra AI Laptop Featuring Snapdragon X2 Elite
Humain has teased its Horizon Ultra laptop powered by Snapdragon X2 Elite silicon, featuring a dedicated operating system for agentic artificial intelligence.

Saudi Arabia Records 124% AI Spending Growth as Enterprise Investment Surges
Saudi Arabia recorded 124% growth in enterprise AI spending according to ServiceNow data, as organizations advance digital maturity and infrastructure modernization.

Saudi AI Spending Surges 124 Percent as Governance Defines Value Realization
Saudi organizations expanded AI spending by 124% year-on-year, though operational and data governance gaps remain critical barriers to scaling value.

Humain to Unveil Specialized Laptop Built for Artificial Intelligence Agents
Humain developed a specialized laptop with Qualcomm to run AI agents locally. The device will debut at the upcoming LEAP conference in Riyadh.

Oracle to Present Enterprise and Sovereign AI Technologies at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh
Oracle will present its sovereign AI and cloud technologies at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh, highlighting national digital skills training and enterprise adoption.

GLM 5.3 Launches with Major Coding Upgrades and Cyber Defense
GLM 5.3 arrives on the API at GLM 5.2 pricing, boosting coding task completion by 50% while uncovering over 2,400 open-source vulnerabilities.

Riyadh to Host Fourth UNESCO Global Forum on AI Ethics in September 2026
Saudi Arabia will host the fourth UNESCO Global Forum on the Ethics of AI in Riyadh from September 14 to 17, 2026, gathering global tech ministers and leaders.

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.

Google Introduces New AI Study Tools Across Search and Gemini
Google has launched dedicated AI study tools across Search and Gemini, featuring automated flashcards, 3D simulations, and deep research tools for students.

World Bank Highlights Saudi Arabia’s Data and AI Infrastructure in 2026 Study
A World Bank study highlights Saudi Arabia’s data integration model across 60 government bodies and ranks the Kingdom among the top 10 for AI investment.

Saudi Arabia Approves Naver Digital Twin Platform as National Standard for Municipalities
Saudi Arabia approved Naver’s digital twin platform as the national standard for municipal planning and infrastructure management across the Kingdom.
