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 launches Flow & Gemini’s photo-to-video capability in MENA
Flow is AI-powered filmmaking with Veo 3 Dubai, UAE – July 10 – Google launches today a new photo-to-video capability in Gemini, allowing creators and artists to transform their favorite photos into dynamic eight-second video clips with sound. The new capability is available to Google AI Ultra and Pro subscribers across the Middle East and […]
ELEVATE Expands Worldwide as ICAIRE Aims to Empower 25,000 Women in AI
The International Center for Artificial Intelligence Research and Ethics (ICAIRE), a UNESCO Category II Center based in Riyadh, has officially launched the second phase of its global initiative, ELEVATE, aimed at training 25,000 women worldwide in artificial intelligence and emerging technologies. Developed in collaboration with Microsoft, the initiative provides women across the globe with access […]
US Export Controls on AI Chips Boost Domestic Innovation in China
The discussion around advanced chips for artificial intelligence, driven by billions in investment, dreams of artificial general intelligence, and marred by political concerns over security, has entered a stage of intense competition between nations. NVIDIA achieved revenues of over US$80 billion from data center GPUs alone in 2024; however, with significant stock going to nations […]
Ericsson and Mobily harness AI-powered solutions to enhance the Hajj season connectivity experience
Mobily has collaborated with Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) to leverage advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered capabilities to enhance the connectivity experience for millions of pilgrims during the 2025 Hajj season in Makkah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This collaboration aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Pilgrim Experience Program, enhancing digital services by leveraging Ericsson’s technology to support social and national […]
“Just ask Factory Genius!”: How AI helps maintain manufacturing equipment
Munich. 7 July 2025, Whenever vehicle production equipment fails at a BMW Group plant, every minute counts. The maintenance team must work quickly to identify and resolve the cause of the fault. Now, employees can ask the new digital AI assistant, “Factory Genius”, for help: It can suggest solutions for the specific system problem within […]
Teammates.ai Launches Sara, the AI Interviewer — Hire in a Few Days and Cut Screening Costs by 85%
AI Teammate that interviews for any role, in 50+ languages, surfaces 5X more high-performers, and delights 92% of candidates. Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 7 July 2025 – Teammates.ai, the company building an AI workforce of Autonomous AI Teammates, today introduced Sara, its latest AI Teammate and the first AI Interviewer fluent in 50+ languages, including […]
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Major Industry’s Shift: Infrastructure is Critical for the AI era as KSA Advances Vision 2030
Cisco Unveils Saudi Arabia Findings from its Global Networking Research Showing: Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – July 6, 2025 – Ahead of its flagship event in Riyadh “Cisco Connect – CXO Edition”, Cisco has revealed key local findings from its global networking study, highlighting how AI and modernized networks are driving fundamental changes in […]
Robin Launches from Cairo to Lead the Region’s Advanced Data Science and AI Landscape
Cairo – 06 July 2025: Beltone Holding has officially launched Robin, it’s a wholly owned subsidiary specializing in data science and artificial intelligence (AI). This launch reflects Beltone’s belief in the transformative power of data science and AI to drive impactful business growth and enable informed decision-making. The launch of Robin comes as part of […]
Pangaea X reports improved hiring accuracy with launch of AI-based tool for data analysts
United Arab Emirates, Dubai– 1 July 2025: Data workforce platform Pangaea X has reported a 65 percent improvement in screening accuracy following internal trials of AuthenX, its AI-powered interview and verification platform purpose-built for assessing data analysts. Developed in-house and specifically refined for the data and analytics field, AuthenX addresses a persistent gap in hiring […]
ADLINK Launches New 3.5” Single Board Computers for Scalable Edge AI and Rugged Embedded Applications
Compact yet powerful SBCs designed for flexible AI deployment and reliable performance in demanding environments ADLINK Technology Inc., a global leader in edge computing solutions, announces the launch of two new 3.5” single board computers: SBC35-MTL, powered by Intel® Core™ Ultra processors with integrated NPU, and SBC35-ASL, based on the energy-efficient Intel® Atom® x7000RE Series. […]
Google launches Veo 3 on Gemini in the Middle East and North Africa
Google AI Pro subscribers can now create videos using the latest model on Gemini Riyadh, KSA – July 3 – Google announced today the launch of Veo 3, Google’s state-of-the-art video generation model that enables people to bring their creative vision to life through a mesmerising combination of visuals and sound. Veo 3 is now […]
AI-Powered Road Inspection Boosts Hajj Road Safety
To enhance safety for pilgrims traveling to holy sites, the Saudi Roads General Authority (RGA) has launched an advanced fleet for AI-powered road inspection. This initiative introduces the world’s largest fleet of its kind, featuring 18 state-of-the-art vehicles. They will scan and monitor road conditions in real time, securing key routes during the Hajj season. […]
CODE Framework for LLMs: Better AI Responses
Discover the CODE framework for LLMs to get better AI responses. Learn how context, objective, details, and expectations enhance your prompts.
DeepSeek R1 Update Boosts Reasoning, Challenges OpenAI
DeepSeek releases its R1 reasoning model upgrade, cutting hallucinations by 45-50% and enhancing coding/creative tasks. See how it challenges US AI dominance.
SambaNova Launches Its AI Platform in AWS Marketplace
PALO ALTO, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– SambaNova, the AI inference company delivering fast, efficient AI chips and high-performance models, today announced that its AI platform is now available in AWS Marketplace, a digital catalog that helps you find, buy, deploy, and manage software, data products, and professional services from thousands of vendors. This availability allows organizations to seamlessly purchase […]
Cisco Study: An Impressive 93% of Organizations in KSA Leverage AI in Strengthening Security Strategies, yet Cybersecurity Complexity and Skills Availability Remain a Challenge
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – May 26, 2025 — According to Cisco’s 2025 Cybersecurity Readiness Index, a total of 25% of organizations in Saudi Arabia have achieved the ‘Mature’ or ‘Progressive’ levels of readiness required to effectively withstand today’s cybersecurity threats. This represents an improvement from last year’s Index, however further efforts are required to address cybersecurity […]
Stargate UAE Launch: OpenAI’s Global AI Expansion
OpenAI has announced the groundbreaking Stargate UAE launch, marking a significant milestone in global AI infrastructure development. This initiative represents the first international deployment of Stargate, OpenAI’s advanced AI infrastructure platform. It’s a crucial step towards building frontier-scale compute capacity worldwide, aiming for safe, secure, and broadly beneficial AGI. This partnership is also the inaugural […]
MBZUAI Launches Institute of Foundation Models and Establishes Silicon Valley AI Lab
San Francisco, US, May 23, 2025 – Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) has expanded its global footprint with today’s launch of its Institute of Foundation Models (IFM). The IFM is a multi-site initiative consisting of a newly established Silicon Valley Lab in Sunnyvale, CA, combined with previously announced lab facilities in Paris […]
Dell AI Factory Powers Enterprise AI Innovation
Dell AI Factory delivers powerful AI infrastructure, solutions and services to accelerate enterprise AI deployments. Discover the latest advancements today.
Google I/O 2025: Unveiling the Future of AI and Tech Innovation
Discover Google’s game-changing announcements at I/O 2025, including Project Astra, Android 16, and revolutionary AR glasses. Explore how these ten innovations will transform AI, productivity, and everyday technology.
Claude 4 Release: Exciting New AI Model
Anthropic announces the Claude 4 release! Explore its improved capabilities, new features, and enhanced performance. Read on to learn more!