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.
OpenClaw 2.0 Launches with Rebuilt Browser App and Multiplayer Workspaces
OpenClaw 2.0 launches with over 16,000 pull requests, featuring a rebuilt browser interface, simplified installation, and multiplayer team workspaces.
42Maru Targets Saudi AI Market Through South Korean Agency Support Program
42Maru joins the KOSME support program to deliver on-premise language models and retrieval tools to Saudi government and enterprise sectors.
Korean AI Firms Present Full-Stack Solutions at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh
Korean AI firms are showcasing full-stack artificial intelligence solutions, semiconductors, and digital twin systems at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh.
Saudi Digital Economy Value Reaches SAR 522 Billion as AI Expansion Accelerates
Saudi Arabia’s digital economy reached SAR 522 billion, with tech sector jobs expanding to 410,000 and the Kingdom hosting nine regional unicorn companies.
Adobe CEO Highlights Artificial Intelligence and Digital Creativity at LEAP26
Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen discussed how artificial intelligence shapes digital creativity and modern enterprise software during his keynote address at LEAP26.
Saudi Arabia Hosts First International xAI Data Center Outside US
Saudi Arabia has been selected to host xAI’s first international data center outside the US, alongside new hardware manufacturing and server export projects.
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Human Talent Drives Digital Transformation at Aramco According to Executive at LEAP 2026
Sami Alajmi of Saudi Aramco highlighted at LEAP 2026 how human talent drives enterprise digital initiatives.
LEAP 2026 Opens in Riyadh with Global Tech Leaders and Major Showcases
LEAP 2026 opens in Riyadh featuring 1,289 investors managing $14.5 trillion, robotics demos, and executive speakers from AMD, Cisco, and NVIDIA.
Meta Tests Data Center Robots to Automate Server Maintenance and Infrastructure Tasks
Meta is testing specialized robots to handle cable replacement, server restarts, and rack maintenance across its growing infrastructure network.
Salam Announces Strategic Sponsorship of LEAP 2026 and Unveils AI Connectivity Solutions
Etihad Salam Telecom Company has announced its strategic sponsorship of LEAP 2026, unveiling its Connectivity+ portfolio and AI solutions in Riyadh.
Sony Music and Warner Chappell File Major Copyright Lawsuit Against Anthropic
Sony Music and Warner Chappell have sued Anthropic over alleged copyright infringement in training its Claude AI model, seeking significant statutory damages.
Technical Report Demonstrates Qwen3.8-27B Running on RTX 4070 Ti Super
A technical report confirms the Qwen3.8-27B model runs on a 16GB RTX 4070 Ti Super GPU, achieving up to 50 tokens per second across 100,000 context tokens.
OpenAI Demonstrates Astra AI Agent Capable of Operating for Weeks
OpenAI demonstrated Astra, an autonomous AI agent capable of continuous operation for weeks within ChatGPT and its programming interface.
AI Tools Roundup: Latest Model Benchmarks, Agents, and Hardware Tests
A daily briefing covers open model milestones, agent integrations, GitHub updates, and local Qwen execution on an RTX 4070 Ti Super.
Venture Capitalist Chibo Tang Joins LEAP 2026 in Riyadh to Discuss Tech Ecosystems
Venture capital investor Chibo Tang joins LEAP 2026 in Riyadh to share insights from managing over $200M across Asian technology startups.
SAMI Advanced Electronics Showcases Local Defense and Digital Tech at LEAP 2026
SAMI Advanced Electronics will present its portfolio of locally built software, cybersecurity tools, and smart systems at the LEAP 2026 conference in Riyadh.
Plaud Launches The One Earbuds for Automated Meeting and Call Recording
Plaud has introduced the Plaud One AI earbuds, featuring standalone 4G connectivity, automatic call recording, and integration with productivity platforms.
Nutanix Showcases Hybrid Multicloud and Agentic AI at LEAP 2026
Nutanix presents its unified cloud platform and AI solutions at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh, announcing NC2 cluster availability and bare-metal Kubernetes tools.
Monsha’at Showcases SME Programs and Innovation Support at LEAP 2026
Monsha’at participates in LEAP 2026 to offer direct consulting, startup gate services, and smart city innovation programs for SMEs in Saudi Arabia.
Riyadh to Host UNESCO Global Forum on AI Ethics in September 2026
Riyadh will host the UNESCO Global Forum on AI Ethics from September 14 to 17, 2026, bringing delegates from 194 countries.
Takamol Holding Showcases Artificial Intelligence and Smart City Technologies at LEAP 2026
Takamol Holding showcased its digital platforms, smart city systems, and award-winning AI tools at LEAP 2026 as an economic transformation partner in Riyadh.
Nvidia DLSS 5 Leaks as Modders Test Neural Rendering in Games
An early build of Nvidia DLSS 5 leaked through NBA 2K27 files, allowing modders to apply neural rendering to older PC titles.