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.

Ministry of Justice Launches Early Settlement Service on Najiz
The Saudi Ministry of Justice has launched a new digital service on Najiz to resolve financial disputes through flexible, automated settlement options.

Saudi Central Bank Raises US Investments 61% to Focus on AI
The Saudi Central Bank increased its US investments by 61.4% to $7.63 billion in Q2 2026, focusing heavily on artificial intelligence and semiconductor stocks.

Azm Saudi Launches AI Employee Agents Across Five Job Roles
Azm Saudi has launched AI employee agents across five job roles, boosting operational efficiency by over 30% on its private infrastructure.

Apple Leaks Camera-Equipped AirPods in macOS Update
Apple has accidentally revealed its upcoming camera-equipped AirPods in a video embedded within the macOS Tahoe 26.7 release candidate update.

OpenAI Launches Dedicated ChatGPT Mode for Teenagers with Enhanced Safety Controls
OpenAI has launched a dedicated ChatGPT mode for teenagers aged 13 to 17, featuring automatic enrollment, stricter content filters, and parental controls.

Microsoft Arabia President Outlines Strategic AI Priorities for Saudi Arabia
Microsoft Arabia President Ayman Al-Ghamdi outlines the company’s strategic priorities to transition Saudi organizations from AI experimentation to practical business outcomes.

Cisco Outlines Three Core Principles for Operationalizing AI at Scale
Cisco has identified three essential principles to help organizations transition from isolated AI pilots to secure, scalable enterprise operations.

Google Introduces Option to Disable Visible AI Watermarks on Gemini Media
Google has introduced a toggle option to disable visible AI watermarks on Gemini-generated media, giving creators more flexibility while maintaining backend security.

Apple Partners with Alibaba to Train AI Model for Chinese Market
Apple has partnered with Alibaba to develop a localized AI model for the Chinese market, marking a shift in its regional software strategy.

Nvidia Reduces Financial Commitment for OpenAI Ohio Project
Nvidia has scaled back its financial guarantee for OpenAI’s Ohio data center project to under $120 billion following investor concerns over large infrastructure commitments.
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Nvidia has disclosed a $21 billion stake in SpaceX, revealing deep financial and technical ties between the two technology giants.

Saudi Education Minister Announces Curriculum Updates and AI Integration
The Saudi Ministry of Education has announced updates to 22 school subjects and the integration of 50 AI units for the upcoming academic year.

Reddit Tests AI Audio and Video Conversions for Text Posts
Reddit is testing a new feature that converts text posts into AI-narrated audio and video content on its mobile applications.

Princess Nourah University AI Center Reviews Annual Research and Training Achievements
The PNU AI Center supported over 2,600 researchers and students, executing 10 research projects and 22 training workshops during the past academic year.

AI Opens New Growth Avenues for Saudi Enterprises
Artificial intelligence is opening new growth avenues for Saudi enterprises, helping small and medium-sized businesses improve operational efficiency.

Hyundai Motor Secures Ten Honors at Red Dot Design Award 2026
Hyundai Motor secured ten awards at the Red Dot Design Award 2026, highlighting its transition to smart mobility solutions.

Wamdah Tech Expands Applied Technology Programs for Saudi Women Graduates
Wamdah Tech is expanding its applied technology programs for Saudi women graduates to Madinah, Hail, and the Northern Borders with support from Agility.

Help AG Achieves CyberForce SOC Certification for Managed Security
Help AG has achieved the CyberForce SOC certification from DESC, making it one of the first companies to complete all three CyberForce standards.

Burson Acquires Cognitive AI Company Limbik to Integrate Decipher Platform
Burson has acquired cognitive AI company Limbik, bringing the Decipher predictive intelligence platform fully in-house to accelerate global communications technology.

Al-Zahed Group Selects Snowflake Platform for Data and AI Initiatives
Al-Zahed Group has selected the Snowflake data platform to centralize its corporate data and accelerate its artificial intelligence initiatives.

Q and Margolis Healy Partner for Regional Data Center Infrastructure
Q and Margolis Healy Architecture have partnered to develop advanced data centers in Saudi Arabia, the Gulf, and Europe to meet growing AI demands.

Saudi IT Leader Warns AI Adoption Outpaces Security Frameworks
A Saudi IT leader warns that rapid AI integration is outpacing cybersecurity frameworks, creating significant security vulnerabilities for organizations.
