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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.
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.
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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.
HUMAIN and Cohere Partner to Expand AI Compute and Sovereign Models in Saudi Arabia
HUMAIN and Cohere have partnered to deploy 50MW of AI compute capacity in Saudi Arabia, focusing on the development of secure sovereign AI models.
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Cohere Launches Open-Source Speech Recognition Model for Arabic Dialects
Cohere has released a new open-source speech recognition model designed to transcribe 30 Arabic dialects and bilingual speech for enterprise applications.
How to Stop Meta From Using Your Instagram Photos for AI Training
Instagram users can opt out of Meta AI photo training by adjusting privacy settings. Learn the steps to protect your personal data from machine learning datasets.
Acer Launches Swift Air 14 and Swift Spin 14 AI Laptops with Intel Core Series 3
Acer introduced the Swift Air 14 and Swift Spin 14 AI laptops in Dubai, both featuring dedicated NPUs, Intel Core Series 3 processors, and AI productivity tools.
Nutanix Report Highlights AI Driving Container Adoption in Saudi Arabia
The eighth annual Nutanix Enterprise Cloud Index reveals that AI is accelerating container adoption in Saudi Arabia amid data sovereignty priorities.
Saudi Arabia Expands Digital Infrastructure to Support Global AI Growth
Saudi Arabia is expanding its digital infrastructure to support AI technologies, aiming to build 6.9 GW of data center capacity by 2034.
SDAIA Highlights AI Role in Smart Cities Development
SDAIA has showcased the role of artificial intelligence in enabling smart cities, emphasizing its contribution to digital infrastructure.
AI Travel Planning Risks in KSA
A new Kaspersky survey reveals that 75% of Saudi travelers using AI tools for trip planning have data security concerns, despite appreciating the time-saving benefits.
DCO Launches Ethical AI Guidebook for Global Policymakers in Geneva
The Digital Cooperation Organization has launched a new guidebook in Geneva to help global policymakers establish safe and trustworthy AI governance frameworks.
Saudi Arabia Builds Strongest AI Infrastructure to Connect East and West
Saudi Arabia is building its strongest AI infrastructure to connect the East and West, supporting the goals of Vision 2030.
OpenAI to Release GPT-5.6 Models to the Public on July 9
OpenAI has secured regulatory approval to launch GPT-5.6 on July 9, bringing the Sol, Terra, and Luna models to global users.
Meta Launches Muse Image AI Model for Photo Generation
Meta has launched its new Muse Image AI model, integrating advanced photo generation tools directly into Instagram and Meta AI platforms.
DeepSeek Initiates Development of Proprietary AI Chip to Enhance Infrastructure Independence
DeepSeek is developing its own proprietary AI chip to reduce supplier dependence and improve model efficiency, reflecting a global trend toward infrastructure independence.