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.
Google DeepMind Launches Gemini Omni Video Generation Model
The Gemini Omni video model from Google DeepMind creates realistic video sequences from text descriptions while maintaining character consistency and logical narratives.
Claude Managed Agents Adds Self-Hosted Sandboxes and MCP Tunnels
Claude Managed Agents now supports self-hosted sandboxes and MCP tunnels, allowing organizations to control agent execution within their own infrastructure while maintaining security perimeters.
xAI Launches Grok Build Coding Agent for Beta Testing
xAI has launched Grok Build, a coding agent in early beta for SuperGrok Heavy subscribers paying $300 monthly, competing with similar tools from Anthropic and OpenAI.
Apple’s Siri Revamp to Feature Auto-Deleting Chats, Privacy Focus
Apple plans to unveil a revamped Siri at WWDC in June with privacy-focused features including auto-deleting chats, powered by Google Gemini technology.
Cisco Identity Intelligence Powered by Cisco-Built AI Model
Cisco Identity Intelligence becomes the first Cisco product powered entirely by a Cisco-built AI model, enhancing identity risk visibility for security teams. The advancement strengthens security capabilities across the Middle East.
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Telstra and Ericsson Collaborate on 6G Research with AI-Native Focus
Telstra and Ericsson collaborate on 6G AI-native architecture development, combining research facilities in Sweden and Australia to advance next-generation network technology.
China Launches Offshore Underwater Data Center Powered by Wind
China’s first commercial underwater data center, powered by offshore wind and cooled by seawater, has begun operations 30 feet beneath the East China Sea.
Elon Musk Loses Court Battle Against OpenAI CEO Sam Altman
A federal jury rejected Musk’s claims in under two hours, ruling the lawsuit was barred by the statute of limitations. The judge dismissed the case immediately.
Denodo Expands AWS Integrations to Support Agentic AI with Trusted Data Access
Denodo announced new integrations with AWS services including SageMaker, Bedrock AgentCore, and Quick to enable secure, governed data access for agentic AI across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
Nissan and Red Hat Partner to Build Software-Defined Vehicle Platform
Nissan Red Hat partnership announced to develop next-generation software-defined vehicle platform using Red Hat’s in-vehicle operating system as the foundation for Nissan’s open-source software architecture.
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CODE81 releases an e-book on autonomous and agentic applications, addressing how enterprises can adopt AI Agents responsibly within core systems as governance and scale become critical factors.
Rockwell Automation Report Shows Middle East Leading Digital Manufacturing Shift
Rockwell Automation’s annual smart manufacturing Middle East report reveals the region leads global digital transformation with 98 percent of manufacturers adopting artificial intelligence and allocating 30 percent of operating budgets to industrial technology.
Cursor Releases Composer 2.5, Doubling Usage for One Week
Cursor released Composer 2.5, an updated AI model offering 10x greater efficiency. The company doubles user access for one week and partners with SpaceXAI on a significantly larger model.
Anthropic Acquires Stainless to Strengthen Claude Agent Connectivity
Anthropic acquires Stainless to integrate SDK and MCP server tooling, strengthening Claude’s ability to connect AI agents with external systems and APIs across multiple programming languages.
Gradiant Closes $2 Billion Series E Funding Round for AI and Water Infrastructure
Gradiant secured $2 billion in Series E funding to expand water technology operations across AI data centers and semiconductor manufacturing. The round valued the Boston-based firm at $2 billion.
Research Team Breaks Apple’s M5 Memory Security in Less Than a Week
Researchers at Calif used Claude Mythos to break Apple’s Memory Integrity Enforcement on M5 chips in under a week. The breakthrough suggests that AI-powered security research is accelerating vulnerability discovery timelines across the industry.
ChatGPT Adds Personal Finance Features for Pro Users in the U.S.
ChatGPT personal finance features now let Pro users connect bank accounts, track spending, and get AI-powered financial guidance while maintaining full control over their data.
Saudi Aramco and Pasqal Launch First Quantum Computer in Kingdom
Saudi Aramco and Pasqal unveiled the Kingdom’s first quantum computer and the Middle East’s first commercial quantum computing platform on May 18, 2026. The system uses neutral atom technology with 200 programmable qubits and is available to regional organizations.
HONOR Robot Phone Set for Q3 2026 Launch Following Cannes Film Festival Debut
HONOR unveiled its Robot Phone at the Cannes Film Festival, featuring a collaboration with professional camera manufacturer ARRI. The device launches in Q3 2026.
M360 Eurasia Shifts Focus From AI Exploration to Implementation in Samarkand
M360 Eurasia AI conference moves to Samarkand to examine how artificial intelligence and connectivity drive regional economic growth. The event shifts focus from AI exploration to tangible implementation and scaled operations.
Qiddiya and Google Cloud Partner to Power Saudi Entertainment Megacity with AI
Qiddiya Investment Company and Google Cloud have expanded their partnership to power one of the world’s largest entertainment projects using artificial intelligence and cloud technology.
SAS Expands Viya Platform with AI Assistants and Agent Infrastructure
SAS Viya agentic AI platform launches with AI assistants and agent infrastructure, enabling organizations to move from experimental AI to governed, production-ready intelligence for analytics and decision-making.