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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.
Almosafer Becomes First Saudi App on ChatGPT Platform, Offering AI-Powered Travel Planning
Almosafer has launched on the ChatGPT platform, becoming the first Saudi app to offer travel services through OpenAI’s AI interface. Users can now search over 1.5 million hotels via natural conversation in Arabic and English.
Private 5G System XCOM RAN Launched by Globalstar Targeting Industrial AI and Automation
Globalstar has launched the XCOM RAN private 5G system for industrial enterprises, targeting AI-driven automation, warehouse robotics, and demanding IoT environments.
5G Coverage Is No Longer the Goal: GSMA Intelligence Declares a Capability Era in 2026
GSMA Intelligence’s 5G Connectivity Index benchmarks 46 markets and finds that coverage alone no longer defines 5G leadership. Advanced capabilities, from standalone networks to industrial IoT, now separate the leaders from the rest.
HONOR 600 Lite Goes on Sale in Saudi Arabia with 108MP Camera and 6520mAh Battery
HONOR has launched the HONOR 600 Lite in Saudi Arabia at 1,299 SAR, featuring a vacuum-forged aluminum frame, 108MP camera, and a 6520mAh battery with 48-hour endurance certification.
AI in Media Conference Day Two: Saudi Experts Call for New Business Models and Digital Verification Skills
The second day of the 10th International Conference on AI in Media in Riyadh featured six sessions on automation, deepfakes, and digital verification. Speakers called for new business models aligned with Vision 2030.
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Siemens Expands Private 5G Networks to 15 Countries, Targeting Industrial AI Demand
Siemens is expanding its private 5G offering to 15 countries, adding the US, Canada, and six European markets to support industrial AI workloads with licensed-spectrum connectivity.
Huawei Techco2.0 Framework Targets Telecom-to-Techco Shift at SAMENA Summit 2026
Huawei unveiled its Techco2.0 framework at the SAMENA Leaders’ Summit 2026 in Dubai, outlining a three-layer AI model to help telecom operators generate new revenue and automate operations.
SANS Report: Cybersecurity Skills Gap Now Outweighs Headcount Shortages as 27% of Organizations Report Breaches
The 2026 SANS | GIAC Cybersecurity Workforce Report finds 60% of organizations cite skills gaps over headcount shortages, while 27% report breaches tied directly to capability gaps.
US DoJ Appeals Court Ruling That Blocked Anthropic’s National Security Designation
The US Department of Justice appealed a court ruling that blocked the Trump administration’s national security designation against AI company Anthropic. The dispute stems from a $200 million contract cancellation over military AI deployment rights.
OpenAI Proposes Public Wealth Fund and Grid Expansion in New AI Policy Plan
OpenAI has released a policy document calling for a public wealth fund, grid expansion, and tax reform to address the societal effects of advanced AI. The company warns that without clear guidelines, AI could displace workers and concentrate wealth.
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Infobip gathered more than 1,000 engineers at DevDays 2026 to mark its 20th anniversary and deepen AI integration across its global communications platform.
Marc Andreessen Says AI Is an 80-Year Overnight Success, Not Another Hype Cycle
Marc Andreessen joined the Latent Space podcast at a16z’s Sand Hill Road office to argue that AI represents decades of compounding progress, not a repeat hype cycle. He covered agents, open source, chip shortages, and why proving human identity online may soon require biometrics.
Apple at 50: Former Insiders Say the Company Blew a Five-Year AI Lead, but Can Still Recover
Apple marks its 50th anniversary under pressure to prove its AI strategy can catch up with rivals. Former insiders say the company lost a significant early lead with Siri.
Ex-Sandsoft CTO Launches Think AI Startup in Riyadh, Targeting GPU Efficiency and AI Infrastructure Costs
Ahmed AlSharif, former CTO of Sandsoft and veteran of PlayStation, EA, and Meta, has launched Think, a Riyadh-based AI infrastructure startup targeting GPU efficiency and rising hardware costs.
Anthropic’s Claude Mythos Preview Finds Thousands of Zero-Day Vulnerabilities Across Major Operating Systems and Browsers
Anthropic’s Claude Mythos Preview has found thousands of critical vulnerabilities across major operating systems and browsers, prompting a coordinated industry patching effort under Project Glasswing.
Saudi Media Conference Examines AI’s Impact on Communication Models and Journalism
The 10th International Conference of the Saudi Association for Media and Communication examined how AI is transforming communication theory and journalism practice. Media expert Dr. Hamza Bayt Al-Mal called for interdisciplinary knowledge integration across media, computer science, and AI.
Saudi Conference Examines Four Scenarios for Media Education in the Age of AI
A scientific session at the 10th International Conference of the Saudi Association for Media and Communication presented four future scenarios for integrating AI into media education at Saudi universities.
SDAIA Issues Vibe Coding Guide to Support AI Adoption Across Saudi Sectors
SDAIA has issued a specialized guide on Vibe Coding, offering a systematic framework for integrating generative AI tools into software development across Saudi government and private sector organizations.
UAE Launches World’s First Commercial U6GHz Network, Targeting 10Gbps Connectivity
The UAE launched the world’s first commercial U6GHz network at the SAMENA Council Leaders’ Summit 2026, targeting 10Gbps speeds and laying early groundwork for 6G.
LG Electronics Expands LG SIGNATURE and SKS Lineups at KBIS 2026 with AI-Powered Home Solutions
LG Electronics showcased expanded LG SIGNATURE and SKS lineups at KBIS 2026, introducing AI-powered kitchen and laundry solutions alongside new builder-focused appliance packages.
HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro Launches in Saudi Arabia with AI Composition Camera and 5750 mAh Battery
The HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro goes on sale in Saudi Arabia from 3,699 SAR, bringing AI Composition photography, second-generation Kunlun Glass, and a 5,750 mAh battery to the flagship segment.
Only 11% of Banks Have Achieved Trustworthy AI, SAS Report Finds
A new SAS and IDC report finds only 11% of banks have achieved trustworthy AI, while nearly half struggle with a “trust dilemma” that limits effective deployment.