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Latest news and developments in artificial intelligence, machine learning, generative AI, and large language models transforming industries across Saudi Arabia and the Middle East.
Google Introduces Gemini 3.8 Flash and Cyber Security Variant
Google has announced Gemini 3.8 Flash and a specialized Cyber edition, bringing updated reasoning and automated security patching capabilities.
Google Releases Gemini 3.8 Flash with Enhanced Coding at Previous Low Pricing
Google launched Gemini 3.8 Flash, delivering upgraded coding and multi-step reasoning at the same low cost and speed as its predecessor.
Desert Technologies and Swiss CTS Launch CTS-DT for 300 MW AI Data Centers
Desert Technologies and Swiss CTS establish CTS-DT to build AI data centers with an initial 300 MW annual capacity in Saudi Arabia.
Google DeepMind Launches Fairwind Program to Secure Critical Infrastructure
Google DeepMind opened its Fairwind Program, granting governments access to Gemini 3.8 Flash Cyber to secure critical national infrastructure.
Zain Saudi Arabia and Saudi Irrigation Organization Partner for Smart Dam Management at LEAP 2026
Zain Saudi Arabia and the Saudi Irrigation Organization signed an MoU at LEAP 2026 to develop an AI and IoT platform for smart dam management.
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HUMAIN and Applied Intuition Partner on Autonomous Trucks in Saudi Arabia
HUMAIN and Applied Intuition have joined forces to deploy thousands of autonomous trucks across freight corridors in Saudi Arabia by 2030.
Desert Technologies and CTS Group Launch Joint Venture for AI Data Centers in Saudi Arabia
Desert Technologies and Swiss CTS Group established CTS-DT at LEAP 2026 to build AI data centers with an initial 300 MW capacity in Saudi Arabia.
Marafiq and IBM Partner to Modernize Enterprise Service Delivery on ServiceNow Platform
Marafiq and IBM have announced a collaboration to modernize enterprise service delivery using the ServiceNow AI platform announced at LEAP 2026.
Aramco Digital and ServiceNow Sign AI Transformation Deal
Aramco Digital and ServiceNow have signed a collaboration agreement to standardise enterprise workflows across 50 countries using AI technologies.
Leap26 Day Three Secures 293 Million Dollars in Startup Funding
Leap26 witnessed 293 million dollars in startup funding across 11 investment deals on day three, solidifying Saudi Arabia’s venture capital position.
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Amazon Confirms $5.3B Cloud and AI Expansion in Saudi Arabia
Amazon confirms its $5.3 billion cloud region in Saudi Arabia is on track for December 2026, featuring three availability zones and expanded AI programs.
MIS and Humain Expand AI Data Center Capacity to 250 MW in Saudi Arabia
MIS and Humain partner at LEAP 2026 to build 250 MW AI data center capacity in Saudi Arabia alongside new cloud expansions with AWS and Together Compute.
Korean AI Consortium Completes Industrial Proof of Concept with Aramco Digital
A group of seven South Korean technology firms completed an industrial AI proof of concept with Aramco Digital, testing 3D modeling and unified infrastructure.
Saudi Arabia Secures $15 Billion in Tech Accords at LEAP 2026
Saudi Arabia unveiled over $15 billion in technology deals at LEAP 2026, targeting massive data center growth, advanced cloud systems, and high-performance computing.
Aramco Signs Cybersecurity and Industrial Artificial Intelligence Agreements at LEAP 2026
Saudi Aramco and Aramco Digital signed cybersecurity and AI agreements with global tech firms at LEAP 2026 to modernize energy operations.
Saudi Public Security Presents Back Bot Robot at LEAP 2026
Saudi Public Security showcased the Back Bot robot at LEAP 2026, highlighting remote reconnaissance and safe handling of suspicious objects.
Nintex Expands Saudi Partner Operations and Workflow Automation at LEAP 2026
Nintex has expanded its partner network and demonstrated the Nintex Automation K2 platform at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh.
VAST Data and CrowdStrike Integrate Security for AI Systems
VAST Data and CrowdStrike have introduced integrations bringing cybersecurity monitoring directly into enterprise AI operating systems and data pipelines.
Kaspersky Outlines Safety and Fact-Checking Guidelines for Children Using AI in School
Kaspersky has published verification guidelines and security recommendations for students and parents using artificial intelligence tools during the school year.
Adobe AI Tools Offered Free to 27 Million Users in Saudi Arabia at LEAP 2026
Adobe partners with Saudi Arabia’s MCIT and HUMAIN to provide free AI creative tools to 27 million users nationwide through 2026.