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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.
BanmeGo T6: Chinese Brand Launches LEGO-Style Driverless Delivery Robot in Shanghai
Chinese brand BanmeGo debuts its first intelligent delivery robot, the T6, in Shanghai with a revolutionary LEGO-style modular approach designed for the embodied intelligence era.
Vertiv Launches AI Innovation Roadshow in Riyadh to Advance Data Center Infrastructure
Vertiv launches its 2026 AI Innovation Roadshow in Riyadh, partnering with Uptime Institute to showcase advanced infrastructure solutions for AI and high-performance computing deployments.
SDAIA Launches Second Edition of National Academic Framework for Data and AI Programs at ICAN 2026
SDAIA unveils the second edition of its National Academic Framework for Data and AI programs at ICAN 2026, establishing unified standards for higher education excellence.
SDAIA and King Saud University Launch Data and AI Excellence Center
SDAIA and King Saud University launch the Data and AI Excellence Center (DAICE) to prepare specialized national cadres and bridge the gap between academia and industry needs.
SDAIA Launches Athka X Platform for AI and Data Capacity Building at ICAN 2026
SDAIA unveils Athka X, Saudi Arabia’s first national platform for AI and data training, during ICAN 2026 conference with partnerships from Microsoft, IBM, and leading global tech firms.
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Oracle Launches Global AI World Tour from Riyadh, Reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s AI Leadership
Oracle launches its global AI World Tour 2026 from Riyadh, highlighting Saudi Arabia’s emergence as a leading AI economy and supporting Vision 2030 objectives.
Human Capacity Development Program Enhances Knowledge Content at ICAN 2026 Conference on Artificial Intelligence
Human Capacity Development Program partners with SDAIA to enhance knowledge content at ICAN 2026, the international conference on AI and data capacity building in Riyadh.
Saudi Arabia Launches SMAI2 Initiative to Empower 11 Ministries in AI and Data
Saudi Arabia launches SMAI2 Initiative involving 11 ministries to empower government workforce with AI and data capabilities, building on the success of SMAI1 which trained over 1.1 million citizens.
Data Sovereignty and AI Agent Strategy Set to Define Saudi Enterprise Resilience in 2026
SAP outlines AI adoption priorities for Saudi enterprises as data sovereignty and governance frameworks become critical for responsible scaling aligned with Vision 2030 goals.
IKEA Saudi Arabia Partners with HITEK AI for Advanced Safety Platform Deployment
IKEA Saudi Arabia signs three-year agreement with HITEK AI to deploy SAFETEK digital platform, advancing HSSE governance across Kingdom and Bahrain operations.
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Global tech giants including Amazon, IBM, and PWC led specialized AI workshops at ICAN 2026 in Riyadh, focusing on capacity building, agentic AI, and national talent development.
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MBZUAI launches K2 Think V2, a 70-billion parameter AI reasoning system representing UAE’s first fully sovereign, open-source next-generation reasoning platform with complete transparency.
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EY Studio+ Launches in MENA to Transform Customer Experience with AI
EY launches Studio+ in MENA with plans to grow team by 500% by 2030, combining AI-powered technology and human-centered design to transform customer experiences across the region.
Vertiv Showcases AI-Ready Portfolio at Data Center Nation Riyadh 2026
Vertiv showcases its AI-ready portfolio including the 360AI solutions and OneCore infrastructure at Data Center Nation Riyadh 2026, supporting Saudi Arabia’s gigawatt-scale AI ambitions.
Amplifai Health Selected for World Economic Forum’s MINDS Programme for AI Healthcare Innovation
Amplifai Health joins World Economic Forum’s MINDS programme for advancing AI-powered thermal imaging in diabetic foot screening, achieving 80% cost reduction in Saudi Arabia.
Cisco 360 Partner Program Launches to Accelerate AI Transformation for Businesses
Cisco launches its new 360 Partner Program after 15 months of co-design, offering partners clearer incentives and tools to deliver AI-ready solutions to customers.
Sungrow Concludes WFES 2026 with Grid-Forming Technology and AI Data Center Power Solutions
Sungrow concludes WFES 2026 showcasing grid-forming technology and AI data center power solutions, advancing renewable energy integration and grid stability.
IBM Enterprise Advantage Launches to Scale Agentic AI for Businesses
IBM launches Enterprise Advantage, a first-of-its-kind consulting service that helps businesses build and scale their own AI platforms using proven tools and expertise.
Why AI Trust Matters More Than Speed in Enterprise Automation
AI Trust has emerged as the critical factor determining successful enterprise AI adoption, surpassing speed and technical capability as organizations transition from insight generation to automated decision-making.
Huawei: Automation, Digitalization, and AI Drive Power Grid Modernization
Huawei highlights automation, digitalization, and AI as key drivers for power grid modernization at Mobile World Congress, addressing global energy challenges.
HUMAIN and Infra Announce $1.2 Billion AI Infrastructure Framework in Saudi Arabia
HUMAIN and Infra announce $1.2 billion financing framework to develop 250 MW of hyperscale AI data centers in Saudi Arabia, advancing the Kingdom’s digital infrastructure.