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.

Cisco Highlights Digital Infrastructure Readiness as Key to Saudi AI Success
Cisco has emphasized that digital infrastructure readiness is the fundamental element for artificial intelligence success in Saudi Arabia, highlighting the importance of advanced network investments.

OMODA & JAECOO Introduce Super Hybrid System for UAE Summer Driving Conditions
OMODA & JAECOO have introduced their Super Hybrid System in the UAE, offering a 1200km range and 6L/100km fuel efficiency for summer driving.

Fire Protection Summit to Address Infrastructure Resilience and AI Safety Systems in Riyadh
The Fire Protection Summit will take place in Riyadh this November, focusing on AI-enabled safety systems and infrastructure resilience.

New HalluSquatting Attack Exploits Popular AI Coding Tools to Build Botnets
Security researchers have uncovered a new vulnerability called HalluSquatting that allows attackers to hijack AI coding assistants and build massive botnets.

Google Search settings updated with new media privacy controls
Google has introduced a new setting allowing users to control whether their uploaded images and files are saved and used for AI training.

Google Launches Video Remix Feature for AI Subscribers
Google has introduced a new Video Remix tool for Google Photos, allowing AI subscribers to edit and transform videos using the Gemini Omni model.

Infrastructure Financing Reshaped by AI and Sovereign Funds
AIIB Chief Investment Officer Konstantin Limitovskiy outlines how AI and sovereign wealth funds will drive the next decade of regional infrastructure development.

AI Enrichment Program Launches in Dammam for 180 Students
Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University and Mawhiba have launched an AI enrichment program in Dammam for 180 middle and secondary students.

Saudi-Jordanian AI Partnership Secured with $5M Investment
A new $5 million investment from Jordan’s Innovative Startups Fund into Saudi VC fund STV establishes a strategic technology corridor between the two nations.

Meta Halts AI Image Generation Tool After Brief Launch
Meta has suspended its newly launched AI image generation tool just days after release, highlighting the regulatory and legal hurdles facing major tech firms.

GCC Asset Management Reaches $2.7 Trillion as AI Reshapes Competition
The GCC asset management sector reached $2.7 trillion in 2025. Discover how artificial intelligence and retail investors are reshaping regional competition.

Apple Sues OpenAI Over Alleged Trade Secret Theft and Hardware Data Leaks
Apple has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, accusing the company of using leaked trade secrets from former employees to develop competing consumer hardware.

CHERY SIVP Technology to Launch in Saudi Arabia in Q4
CHERY will introduce its Super Intelligent Valet Parking (SIVP) technology in Saudi Arabia in Q4 2026, offering autonomous parking and summoning features.

SDAIA and ITU Launch Global AI Readiness Hackathon for University Students
SDAIA and the ITU have opened registration for a global hackathon targeting university students to develop AI solutions in education, health, agriculture, and finance.

OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Work Agent to Automate Business Tasks
OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Work, a powerful new agent powered by GPT-5.6 that automates complex multi-step business tasks and integrates with your daily apps.

Meta Launches Muse Spark 1.1 AI Coding Model with Developer API
Meta has launched Muse Spark 1.1, an updated AI coding model now available to US developers via a public API preview with free credits.

OpenAI Launches GPT-5.6 Model Family with Sol, Terra, and Luna
OpenAI has launched its GPT-5.6 model family, featuring Sol, Terra, and Luna, offering high performance and cost efficiency.

Ollama Secures $65 Million Series B Funding to Expand Local AI Development Platform
Ollama has raised $65 million in Series B funding led by Theory Ventures, growing its local AI model execution platform to 8.9 million monthly developers.

OpenAI Launches GPT-Live to Power Next-Gen ChatGPT Voice
OpenAI has launched GPT-Live, a new full-duplex voice model that allows ChatGPT to listen and speak simultaneously for natural conversations.

Lahint Completes Unified Digital Execution Infrastructure
Lahint has completed its unified digital execution infrastructure, launching 10 automated social insurance services for businesses in Saudi Arabia.

Elm and Huawei Sign MoU at LEAP East 2026 to Advance Digital Infrastructure
Elm and Huawei signed a memorandum of understanding at LEAP East 2026 in Hong Kong to collaborate on artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure.

Unifonic Repositions as AI-Native CX Platform for Emerging Markets
Unifonic has transitioned into an AI-native CX platform, integrating autonomous agents and achieving up to 85% automation for enterprise customer experiences.
