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.
Infobip Projects 7.3 Billion Black Friday Interactions as Shoppers Adopt AI Tools
Infobip estimates holiday communications will exceed 7.3 billion interactions this season, with research showing 63% of shoppers now use AI tools.
VDURA Releases V12 Storage Architecture for AI Infrastructure
VDURA released its V12 data platform to support multi-tenant storage across AI GPU clusters with automated tiering between flash and disk drives.
Cequence Identifies Hidden Meta Muse Agent Traffic Across Client Networks
Cequence Security reported that Meta’s Muse assistant reached over half of surveyed clients without identifying as automated traffic. The company launched Agent Trust to manage incoming bot actions.
eXp Realty Connects Agent Data to AI Assistants via Open Protocol
eXp Realty has launched a protocol connecting internal real estate data directly to Claude and ChatGPT, serving as the first stage of its AGNT OS rollout.
Google Cloud Introduces Autonomous Gemini Agent for Enterprise Workflows
Google Cloud introduced the Gemini agent at Gemini at Work 2026, offering autonomous task execution, Workspace integration, and governance controls.
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HAVELSAN EYEMINER Deployed for Video Analytics and Surveillance Tracking
HAVELSAN has deployed its AI-powered video analytics tool EYEMINER at TEKNOFEST and started a school safety pilot in Şanlıurfa to track movement and detect risks.
Global Trade Accelerates as AI Demand Drives Record Levels in DHL Report
The DHL Globalization Tracker reports that AI infrastructure demand drove trade growth in early 2026, offsetting tariffs and regional conflicts.
GEMS Education Launches GR8 School Model Integrating AI and Human Mentors
GEMS Education unveiled GR8 School, combining adaptive software, dedicated mentorship, and industry access. The new model will soft launch in January 2027.
Saudi ICT Deals and Policy Roundup for Week 41 of 2026
A weekly overview of Saudi tech investments, enterprise data centre awards, EV developments, and connectivity initiatives for October 2026.
Desert Technologies Sustainability and Digital Transformation Highlighted at Riyadh CSR Forum
Desert Technologies highlighted the role of digital transformation and sustainability during the Global Corporate Social Responsibility Forum 2026 in Riyadh.
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Deloitte Showcases Agentic AI for Government at AI Everything Abu Dhabi 2026
Deloitte Middle East showcases agentic AI tools and workforce strategies for public sector services at AI Everything Abu Dhabi 2026.
etisalat Launches Major Expansion to Boost Global Connectivity to 500 Tbps by 2030
etisalat has launched an infrastructure project to expand international connectivity to over 500 Tbps by 2030, multiplying current capacity by 25 times.
Kaspersky Integrates AI Summarization and MCP Protocol into Threat Intelligence Portal
Kaspersky has added AI summarization and Model Context Protocol connectivity to its Threat Intelligence Portal to accelerate security operations workflows.
Ecoryx Launches Climedge AI Platform to Track Corporate Sustainability in Saudi Arabia
Ecoryx has launched Climedge, an AI-driven platform designed to track corporate emissions and streamline sustainability reporting across Saudi Arabia.
iOS 27 Siri AI: Apple Launches Redesigned Assistant with Onscreen Awareness
Apple released iOS 27 with an overhauled Siri assistant offering personal context, onscreen awareness, and cross-app actions. Here is how to use it.
IGIC 2026 to Address Ground Engineering for Major Middle East Projects
IGIC 2026 will convene over 700 geotechnical experts in Riyadh to discuss ground engineering, AI modeling, and mining infrastructure on 14–15 October 2026.
DNV Report Shows Energy-Importing Nations Scale Clean Power Three Times Faster Than Exporters
DNV reports that energy-importing nations are adopting renewables three times faster than fossil fuel exporters as energy security priorities reshape global markets.
Robo.ai Projects $600 Million Full-Year Revenue Following Strong September Performance
Robo.ai reported preliminary September revenue above $100 million and projects approximately $600 million for full-year 2026 across its AI and manufacturing units.
World Bank AI Report: Automation to Boost Productivity for 20% of Regional Jobs
A World Bank study finds AI could raise productivity for up to 20% of regional jobs, with Saudi Arabia and the UAE leading digital infrastructure.
SDAIA Releases Frameworks for Responsible AI Principles Across Saudi Sectors
SDAIA has introduced frameworks for responsible AI principles to guide the Kingdom’s sectors following the designation of 2026 as the Year of AI.
Google Ends Free Access to Gemini Flash and Pro Starting October 9
Google will restrict free Gemini access to the Flash Lite model on October 9, moving standard Flash and Pro behind paid tiers.