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 GPU Market Projected to Reach $252.4 Million by 2030
The Saudi GPU market is projected to grow from $77.3 million in 2025 to $252.4 million by 2030, driven by digital transformation and cloud investments.

OMODA & JAECOO Introduces SIVP Smart Parking and Prepares OMODA 4 Launch in Saudi Arabia
OMODA & JAECOO is introducing its SIVP smart parking technology and preparing to launch the OMODA 4 smart SUV with an AI cockpit in Saudi Arabia.

GLM-5.3 Model Released with Advanced Coding and Cyber Capabilities
The newly released GLM-5.3 model introduces advanced coding and emergent cybersecurity capabilities developed entirely through post-training scaling.

Researchers Extract Hidden Reasoning Traces From Leading AI Models
Researchers have uncovered a method to extract hidden reasoning steps from major AI models, raising security and data distillation concerns.

Meta Releases Lightweight Muse Glimmer AI Model for Single Computers
Meta has launched Muse Glimmer, a lightweight open-source AI model optimized to run on single computers, reducing infrastructure costs for regional developers.

OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Desktop App for Linux Systems
OpenAI has launched a preview version of its ChatGPT desktop application for Linux, expanding its availability to major open-source distributions.

AI Newsrooms Break Technology Stories Faster Than Traditional Media
AI newsrooms are breaking major technology stories hours ahead of traditional journalists, signaling a shift in how digital news is produced and distributed.

Ooredoo Kuwait Deploys 5G Network Analytics for Smarter Operations
Ooredoo Kuwait has deployed the Network Data Analytics Function (NWDAF) to integrate advanced 5G network analytics into its core infrastructure.

DeepSeek Launches V4-Pro Out of Preview with Major Agent Upgrades
DeepSeek V4 Pro launches out of preview with massive upgrades to autonomous agent capabilities, flexible reasoning settings, and native OpenAI API support.

Google Launches Gemini 3.7 Flash with Enhanced Coding Capabilities
Google has launched Gemini 3.7 Flash, featuring massive performance gains in coding and automation at half the price of the previous version.
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Middle East Organizations Lead Global AI Adoption Rates
A new study reveals that Middle East organizations are leading global rates of AI adoption as regional businesses accelerate their digital commerce strategies.

AI Reshapes Cybersecurity Threats and Attack Methods
A new report details how hackers use artificial intelligence to develop advanced attack tactics and exploit previously unknown vulnerabilities.

OpenAI Launches Ultrafast Mode for GPT 5.6 Sol
OpenAI has introduced a new Ultrafast mode for its GPT 5.6 Sol model, offering a 14x speed increase and delivering up to 750 tokens per second for enterprise workflows.

IBM Partners with OpenAI to Expand Enterprise AI Solutions Globally
IBM has partnered with OpenAI to train tens of thousands of consultants and integrate advanced models like GPT-5.6 into its enterprise consulting platforms.

Zain Kuwait Launches AI-Powered Real-Time Call Translation Service
Zain Kuwait has launched an AI-powered real-time translation service for mobile calls, allowing users to translate Arabic and English conversations directly.

Apple Reference Image Discovered in iOS 27 Beta Code
Apple is reportedly developing a new Reference Image feature in iOS 27 to verify the authenticity of iPhone photos and combat AI deepfakes.

du Releases First 6G Whitepaper on Autonomous Telecom Networks
du has published its first 6G whitepaper in collaboration with Khalifa University, detailing a blueprint for autonomous, AI-native telecom networks.

Zain KSA and Huawei Deploy Saudi Arabia’s First 800G Optical Network
Zain KSA and Huawei have deployed Saudi Arabia’s first 800G optical network to support 5G, cloud computing, and AI services.

Microsoft Merges Consumer and Commercial Copilot Apps into Unified Interface
Microsoft is combining its consumer and commercial Copilot applications into a single unified interface, removing several unsuccessful features in the process.

Google Gemini Reaches One Billion Monthly Active Users Globally
Google Gemini has officially crossed the milestone of one billion monthly active users, making it the fastest-growing product in the company’s history.

Majority of Saudi E-Commerce Stores Fail to Meet Data Protection Standards, Study Finds
A King Abdulaziz University study reveals that 60% of top-ranked Saudi e-commerce stores fail to meet personal data protection requirements.

Google Unveils Pixel 11 Series with Tensor G6 Processor
Google has launched its Pixel 11 series featuring the new Tensor G6 processor, upgraded cameras, and expanded RAM configurations for on-device AI tasks.
