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.

Microsoft Frontier Company – $2.5B AI Unit Launched
Microsoft has launched a new business division with a $2.5 billion investment and 6,000 engineers to help enterprise clients scale AI systems.

Vertiv Opens New Manufacturing Facility in Malaysia to Support AI Demand
Vertiv has opened a new manufacturing facility in Johor, Malaysia, to address the growing demand for AI and high-density computing infrastructure across Asia.

HAVELSAN Deploys BLUEVISION AI Maritime Solution on SANCAR USV
HAVELSAN has deployed its BLUEVISION AI-powered maritime awareness solution on the SANCAR USV, enhancing autonomous navigation and tracking capabilities.

HONOR Magic V6 Foldable Smartphone Launched with 6660mAh Battery
The HONOR Magic V6 foldable smartphone has been launched, featuring a 6660mAh battery and advanced AI capabilities to streamline travel productivity.

xAI Launches Voice Agent Builder: No-Code Platform for Grok Voice Agents
xAI’s new Voice Agent Builder lets businesses configure production voice agents on Grok Voice in under two minutes, no code required.

The Garage Challenge Concludes in Riyadh to Support Tech Startups
The Garage Challenge concluded its three-day program in Riyadh, helping entrepreneurs transform ideas into technology startups using artificial intelligence.

SDAIA Academy Launches Eight Summer Training Programs and Bootcamps for July 2026
SDAIA Academy has launched eight summer training programs and bootcamps for July 2026, targeting both professionals and beginners in AI fields.

SDAIA Supports AI Sandbox Initiative in Digital Learning
SDAIA has supported the AI Sandbox initiative in digital learning to advance responsible educational technology in Saudi Arabia.

HONOR Magic V6 Foldable Smartphone Launches in Saudi Arabia
The HONOR Magic V6 foldable smartphone is now officially available in Saudi Arabia, featuring a 6,660mAh battery and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5.

The AI Infrastructure Race Is Reshaping Chips, Pricing and Policy
A lifted export ban, a cheaper agent model, and rising chip prices reveal the same story: AI is becoming physical infrastructure.
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GCC People Pulse Tracker Reveals Strong Regional Workforce Sentiment
The inaugural GCC People Pulse tracker by EXE and Ipsos shows regional employee sentiment outperforming global benchmarks despite rising concerns over AI job security.

AI Network Traffic in UAE Projected to Triple Within Three Years
A new Cisco study reveals that AI network traffic in the UAE will triple by 2029, pushing 81% of enterprise networks to their capacity limits.

Anthropic Redeploys Claude Fable 5 Globally Following Lifted Export Controls
Anthropic is redeploying its Claude Fable 5 model globally on July 1, 2026, after the US government lifted temporary export controls.

Yanbu Cement Partners with Mastek to Modernize Production and Dispatch Operations
Yanbu Cement Company has partnered with Mastek to modernize its production and dispatch operations using Industrial IoT and Oracle Cloud ERP.

Cequence Security Launches AI-Native Platform 9.0 for API Protection
Cequence Security has released Platform 9.0, featuring a built-in AI Assistant and an open Model Context Protocol server to secure enterprise APIs.

Autonomous AI Agents Pose Security Risks in Saudi Arabia
A new KnowBe4 study reveals that 24% of organizations in Saudi Arabia and the UAE deploy autonomous AI agents without governance, increasing cybersecurity risks.

HITEK AI Launches CONDTEK for Automated Asset Management
HITEK AI has launched CONDTEK, an AI-powered solution that automatically creates verified digital asset registers to replace manual building surveys.

LG Electronics Establishes New Robotics Business Center to Drive Growth
LG Electronics has established a new Robotics Business Center to consolidate its core capabilities and accelerate growth in physical artificial intelligence.

Claude Sonnet 5 Launched with Advanced Agentic Capabilities
Claude Sonnet 5 has been released with advanced agentic capabilities, lower pricing, and enhanced safety features for developers worldwide.

Anthropic Prepares Claude Sonnet 5, Restricts Fable 5 Behind Identity Verification
Anthropic is preparing Claude Sonnet 5 for standard release while restricting the advanced Fable 5 model behind mandatory identity verification.

Cognition Launches Devin Fusion to Reduce AI Engineering Costs
Cognition has launched Devin Fusion, a multi-model routing system that reduces software engineering costs by 35% while maintaining high performance.

Mawhiba Training Program Launches with Huawei in China
The first joint Mawhiba training program with Huawei has launched in Shenzhen, China, to train Saudi university students in advanced artificial intelligence.
