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.
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.
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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.
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Saudi Arabia approved Naver’s digital twin platform as the national standard for municipal planning and infrastructure management across the Kingdom.
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Uber and Baidu Launch Fully Driverless Apollo Go Service in Dubai
Uber and Baidu have launched fully driverless Apollo Go robotaxis in Dubai, allowing riders in Jumeirah and Umm Suqeim to book autonomous trips.
Najm and Solera Form Strategic Partnership to Modernize Motor Insurance Claims in Saudi Arabia
Najm for Insurance Services and Solera have partnered to deploy automated claims processing and digital vehicle management tools across Saudi Arabia.
AMD Reports Fourfold Increase in AI Energy Efficiency Toward 2030 Target
AMD achieved a 4x gain in AI energy efficiency through 2026, putting the chipmaker ahead of its roadmap toward a 20x rack-scale improvement by 2030.
SDAIA Academy Qualifies Over 500 Specialists in Advanced Data Engineering for AI
SDAIA Academy has qualified over 500 specialists in advanced data engineering to support national digital transformation and artificial intelligence infrastructure.
Saudi Startup AILA Secures $3 Million Seed Round to Expand AI Learning Platform
Saudi EdTech startup AILA has secured $3 million in seed funding led by Rua Growth Fund to expand its AI learning software across the region.
LG Accelerates Robotics Collaboration With NVIDIA at New Seoul Data Factory
LG Electronics met with NVIDIA officials at its new Seoul Data Factory to accelerate joint robotics development and expand its physical AI learning infrastructure.
HeyBreez Secures $2.5 Million in Seed Funding to Scale Enterprise Voice AI Infrastructure
HeyBreez has raised $2.5 million in seed funding led by Lunara Partners. The investment will accelerate development of its operational enterprise voice AI platform.
Saudi Digital Economy Expands Through Infrastructure and Global Tech Partnerships
Saudi Arabia has expanded its data center capacity to over 467 megawatts and attracted major cloud providers, driving national digital economy goals.
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.
SDAIA Forum Examines Impact of Generative AI on Creative Production
SDAIA hosted an open forum in Riyadh to discuss the growing role of generative AI in creative content and artistic production.