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.

HONEYWELL UNVEILS INNOVATIVE AI ASSISTANT FOR INDUSTRIAL OPERATORS IN HONEYWELL FORGE PRODUCTION INTELLIGENCE
New generative AI capabilities provide insights that can help industrials streamline, automate and enhance tasks to achieve their production goals Dubai, Feb. 18, 2025 – Honeywell (NASDAQ: HON) today announced the latest release of Honeywell Forge Production Intelligence,which seamlessly integrates performance monitoring with a new generative AI assistant to help operators and production managers automate tasks and troubleshoot problems. By […]

Alinma Bank launches new platform powered by IBM Hybrid Cloud & AI technology to fuel innovation for Digital Banking
The new platform stimulates innovation in Saudi Arabia’s fintech ecosystem and unlocks new possibilities for businesses Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 19 February 2025: IBM and Alinma Bank announce that Alinma Bank, a leading financial institution in Saudi Arabia, has adopted IBM’s advanced hybrid cloud and AI integration technologies. This move aims to enhance Alinma Bank’s IT infrastructure […]

Databricks to invest up to $300 million in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia over the next five years
Data intelligence pioneer announces investment in KSA and commitment to data engineering and data and AI upskilling programs at LEAP 2025 Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – February 17, 2025 – At LEAP 2025, Databricks, the data and AI company, announced its plans to invest up to USD 300 million in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) over the next […]

Saudi Arabia Shows High Levels of Container and GenAI Adoption
Nutanix study reveals that GenAI is changing organizations’ priorities, with security and privacy being a primary concern RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, 17 February, 2025 – Nutanix (NASDAQ: NTNX), a leader in hybrid multicloud computing, today announced the findings of its seventh annual Enterprise Cloud Index (ECI) survey and research report, which measures global enterprise progress with cloud adoption. This year’s report sheds […]

stc Group and SambaNova launch world’s largest Sovereign AI Cloud Platform in Saudi Arabia
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 17 February 2025: Saudi Arabia’s leading digital enabler, stc Group, through its AI arm, stc.AI, launched a Large Language Model (LLM) sovereign cloud platform, which will run the world’s largest open-source frontier model. Powered by the fastest inference speeds for Llama 405B, one of the most powerful AI large language models in the world, the […]

Why Daily Food Company Relies on Huawei Cloud for Scalable, Secure, and Localized Cloud Infrastructure
Daily Food’s partnership with Huawei Cloud has driven significant advancements in digital transformation, enhancing operational efficiency and customer experience in Saudi Arabia through localized, scalable cloud solutions.

KSIADC and Huawei Join Forces to Revolutionize Smart Aviation in KSA
Collaboration to drive innovation in AI, 5G-A, and smart airport technologies, aligning with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, February 13, 2025 – The King Salman International Airport Development Company (KSIADC) and Huawei have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during LEAP 2025 to drive innovation and digital transformation in the aviation sector. This […]

AI Revolutionizing Design: R/GA’s Vision of Personalization, Creativity, and the Future of Digital Engagement
AI is reshaping design by enabling hyper-personalized experiences, but ethical and creative challenges remain. Nick Pringle of R/GA shares insights on innovation, privacy, and digital transformation at LEAP 2025 in Riyadh.

Etihad Salam Telecom Company Partners with Elm at LEAP 2025 to Pioneer Next-Gen Smart City Solutions and Expand Digital Transformation Services
Collaboration combines Elm’s smart city solutions and Etihad Salam Telcome Company’s infrastructure to expand their market share, enhance portfolios, and provide tailor-made digital transformation services. Riyadh, 10 February 2025: Etihad Salam Telecom Company, a leading provider of telecommunications services in Saudi Arabia, and ELM, a leading digital solutions company, today announced a partnership at LEAP 2025, where Salam is showcasing cutting-edge […]

Elm signs partnership agreement with Klues.AI to drive digital transformation across KSA
Riyadh, KSA, 10 February 2025– Elm, a pioneer in digital solutions, signed a collaboration agreement with Klues.AI, a company that specialises in AI and machine learning solutions, to foster meaningful cooperation and facilitate exchange of expertise in emerging technologies, AI and machine learning, further advancing digital transformation in this field. The signing took place during Elm’s participation in LEAP 2025, which is taking place from February 9 to […]
Huawei Cloud Enables Saudi Arabia’s Path to AI Leadership at LEAP 2025
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, February 9, 2025 — As artificial intelligence reshapes the global economy, Huawei Cloud today showcased how its Riyadh Region enables Saudi Arabia to chart its path to AI leadership while maintaining data sovereignty. At LEAP 2025, the company highlighted how its sophisticated infrastructure and AI capabilities empower the Kingdom to build locally relevant […]

AMD and Aramco to Explore Potential Collaboration to Help Accelerate Industrial AI Deployment
Dhahran, Saudi Arabia – February 9, 2025: AMD, a global leader in high-performance and adaptive computing, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Aramco, one of the world’s leading integrated energy and chemical companies. The MoU relates to potential collaboration and discussion with respect to the evaluation and use of AMD’s products and technology to, among other things, accelerate […]

Esri Saudi Arabia to Showcase GIS Tech Innovations at LEAP 2025
Esri Saudi Arabia To Unveil latest utilities modeling tools included in Its Utility Network, aimed at optimizing resource management and operational efficiency Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — Sunday 09th February, 2025 – Esri Saudi Arabia is excited to announce its participation as an exhibitor at LEAP 2025, a premier technology event aimed at driving advancements in the tech landscape, representing a global […]

AMD participates at Leap 2025 and opens KSA branch office in Riyadh
AMD, the leader in high-performance and adaptive computing, will participate at Leap 2025 to demonstrate its leadership performance data center and AI portfolio alongside Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE). Furthermore, AMD has opened a branch office in Riyadh to support better customers and partners in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). “Saudi Arabia is one of […]

Infobip and Lucidya partner to transform customer experience in the Middle East
Unlocking the future of personalized customer interactions with AI-driven solutions and advanced communication APIs Dubai, UAE – 6 February 2025 – Infobip, a global cloud communications platform, and Lucidya, a leader in AI-powered customer intelligence and engagement, announced a strategic partnership to elevate customer experience across the Middle East. This collaboration will enable businesses to create more personalized and […]

Mindware to Showcase AI and Cloud Solutions at LEAP Saudi Arabia, Reinforcing Strategic Partnerships with Industry Giants
RIYADH, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 2nd February, 2025: Mindware, a leading value-added distributor (VAD) in the Middle East and Africa, is set to make a powerful statement at LEAP, the global platform for the most disruptive technology professionals, taking place in Riyadh between 09 – 12 February 2025. Mindware’s participation at LEAP will focus on its leadership in providing […]

Deloitte Middle East’s Tax Genie 2.0 recognized for innovation in Tax and Legal services
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, February 3rd, 2025: Deloitte Middle East’s in-house pioneering AI-powered solution, Tax Genie 2.0, has been recognized by the Business Intelligence Group at the 2025 BIG Innovation Awards and the Stevie® Awards, the world’s premier business awards. These prestigious accolades reflect the game-changing impact of this cutting-edge technology solution, innovated and developed […]

Dynatrace Advances AI Observability to Support Generative AI Initiatives
With more than a decade of AI leadership, Dynatrace provides customers with unrivaled insight into their AI-native applications to drive reliability, cost-effectiveness, and compliance WALTHAM, Mass., January 29, 2025 – Dynatrace (NYSE: DT) today announced extended capabilities to observe customers’ GenAI initiatives. These advancements provide teams with comprehensive insights into their AI applications to drive reliability, performance, security […]

Imdaad Unveils AI Center of Excellence to Revolutionize Operational Excellence
Dubai, 29 January 2025: Imdaad, a Dubai-based group of companies providing integrated and sustainable facilities management services that enhance the operational efficiency of physical assets, has announced the launch of its AI Center of Excellence (AICoE), marking a pivotal step toward driving innovation and digital transformation. Established under the IT department and managed by a team […]

GoDaddy Airo: An AI-Powered Revolutionary Solution for Saudi Entrepreneurs
With 93% of Saudi Entrepreneurs Ready to Embrace AI, GoDaddy Airo Delivers the Solutions They Need to Stay Ahead JEDDAH 29 January 2025 – GoDaddy, a global leader in empowering entrepreneurs, unveiled GoDaddy Airo, an innovative AI-powered experience set to transform the Kingdom’s small and medium-sized businesses (SMB) sector. This groundbreaking solution enables local entrepreneurs to […]

Torry Harris to introduce AI-powered ‘SMART Souq’ solution at LEAP 2025
With the aim of transforming KSA’s digital landscape KSA, January 28, 2025- Torry Harris Business Solutions Private Limited (THBS), a global leader in digital transformation and API-driven solutions, is set to introduce its AI-powered digital marketplace platform ‘SMART Souq’at the upcoming LEAP 2025, Saudi Arabia’s premier tech event. This initiative aligns with the company’s vision to […]

KSA Organizations Have Defined AI Strategies with Rising Investments and Urgency Amid Ongoing Deployment Challenges
Cisco Reveals Local Insights from its AI Readiness Index ahead of LEAP 2025 in Saudi Arabia: Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 28 January 2025: Ahead of LEAP 2025 conference in Riyadh, Cisco announced findings from its latest AI Readiness Index, that reveals that 72% of organizations in KSA have a strategy to deploy AI powered solutions in […]
