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.
Help AG Receives Dubai AI Seal Tier E Certification
Help AG has been awarded the Dubai AI Seal Tier E certification, validating its secure artificial intelligence and cybersecurity operations.
Middle East M&A Activity Reaches 272 Deals in H1 2026
Middle East M&A activity reached 272 transactions in H1 2026, with Saudi Arabia and the UAE accounting for 65% of the total regional deal volume.
HAVELSAN Validates Four Software Capabilities in NATO CWIX 2026 Exercise
HAVELSAN has successfully validated four of its software capabilities during the NATO CWIX 2026 exercise, ensuring compliance with alliance interoperability standards.
Zain Saudi Arabia Reports 5.3 Billion Riyals Revenue for H1 2026
Zain Saudi Arabia announced its H1 2026 financial results, recording 5.3 billion riyals in revenue and an 84 percent increase in net profit.
Cisco Launches Antares AI Models for Local Code Security
Cisco has released Antares, a family of compact, open-weight AI models designed to detect software vulnerabilities locally on-premises.
Google AI Overviews Now Appear in 43% of Global Searches
New data shows Google AI Overviews are rapidly becoming the default search experience, appearing in 43% of queries globally.
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NVIDIA and Microsoft Launch Open Secure AI Alliance to Combat Digital Threats
NVIDIA and Microsoft have established a new global alliance to develop open-source security tools for artificial intelligence systems.
HONOR X7e Plus 5G Officially Launched in Saudi Arabia with 8100mAh Battery
The HONOR X7e Plus 5G smartphone is now officially available in Saudi Arabia, featuring an 8100mAh battery and advanced AI tools.
Fipera Launches neofashion.ai Self-Serve Platform for Fashion Brands
Fipera has launched neofashion.ai, a self-serve AI photography platform allowing fashion brands to generate studio-quality product images directly from their catalogs.
VAST Data and AMD Expand Collaboration to Advance AI Infrastructure
VAST Data and AMD have expanded their collaboration to deliver high-performance AI infrastructure, integrating the VAST AI OS with 6th Gen AMD EPYC CPUs and Instinct GPUs.
Anthropic Opus 5 Released as a Strategic Step Down in AI Capability
Anthropic has launched its new Opus 5 model, representing a strategic step backward in capability to optimize high operational serving costs.
Gemini Approaches One Billion Monthly Users Milestone Following Rapid Growth
Google’s Gemini AI assistant has reached 950 million monthly users, tripling its user base from last year and closing in on the one-billion-user milestone.
Saudi Arabia Integrates AI and Esports into School Student Activities
Saudi Arabia has officially integrated AI, cybersecurity, and esports into school student activities for the academic year 1448 AH to develop digital skills.
Saudi Arabia Ranks First in MENA for Digital Government Services
Saudi Arabia has maintained its top ranking in the MENA region for digital government services for the fourth consecutive year, scoring 99 percent on the 2025 GEMS index.
Google Introduces Selfie Video Authentication for Account Recovery
Google has launched a selfie video verification feature to help users recover locked accounts when passwords or two-factor devices are unavailable.
Vertiv Expands Manufacturing and Testing Capacity at Tognana Campus in Italy
Vertiv has announced plans to double its chiller production capacity at the Tognana campus by 2026 and build a new testing laboratory by 2027.
HONOR Announces Open Sale of HONOR X7e Plus 5G in Saudi Arabia
The HONOR X7e Plus 5G has officially launched in Saudi Arabia, featuring an 8,100mAh battery and certified 2.5-meter drop resistance.
Acer Launches New TravelMate Laptops with Intel Core Series 3 Processors
Acer has unveiled its latest TravelMate business laptops, featuring Intel Core Series 3 processors, lightweight designs, and advanced AI capabilities.
OMODA & JAECOO to Debut Mass-Produced AI Smart Cockpit Globally
OMODA & JAECOO will debut its mass-produced AI Smart Cockpit on July 27, 2026, in Indonesia, with plans to expand the technology to the UAE.
IBM Lowers 2026 Revenue Growth Target Amid Enterprise Shift to AI Infrastructure
IBM has adjusted its 2026 revenue growth forecast to 4-5% as enterprise clients prioritize investments in artificial intelligence infrastructure over traditional software.
Saudi Internet Report 2025 Reveals Key Digital Growth Indicators
The Saudi Internet Report 2025 highlights key digital indicators, showing that AI adoption in Saudi Arabia has reached 45.2% while mobile data usage is three times the global average.
SDAIA Academy to Launch 18 Specialized Bootcamps in August
The SDAIA Academy is launching 18 specialized training bootcamps this August to develop national capabilities in data and artificial intelligence.