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.

Bain & Company expands OpenAI partnership to boost AI client solutions
Riyadh: Bain & Company announced an expanded partnership with OpenAI, the maker of ChatGPT, and frontier AI models, such as GPT 4o and the new OpenAI o1, to accelerate AI’s transformative impact in the world’s top companies. Bain and OpenAI have been collaborating closely since 2022, with the public announcement of a global services alliance in […]

Thai Airways Soars to New Heights with the AI-Native Networking Platform from Juniper Networks, Fueling the Airline’s Digital Transformation and Growth
The airline has deployed wired and wireless network upgrades from Juniper across its headquarters, leveraging purpose-built AIOps capabilities to enable its continued expansion BANGKOK, 30 October, 2024 – Juniper Networks® (NYSE: JNPR), a leader in secure, AI-Native Networking, today announced that Thai Airways has modernized the network infrastructure of its headquarters in Thailand, by deploying Juniper’s AI-Native Networking Platform to deliver the right data, […]

Nokia and Lenovo join forces to drive advancements in data center solutions for the AI era
24 October 2024Espoo, Finland – Nokia today announced a strategic partnership with Lenovo to create comprehensive data center networking and automation solutions that support the massive and highly precise compute, storage and transit needs for Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning (AI/ML) and other compute-intensive workloads. These solutions will be jointly marketed to enterprises, telcos, and digital […]

PIF and Google Cloud to create advanced AI hub in Saudi Arabia
PIF and Google Cloud today announced a strategic partnership to create a new global artificial intelligence (AI) hub. The new AI hub will be based near Dammam, in Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province. The landmark partnership, which was signed at the Future Investment Initiative 8th Edition (FII8), further establishes Saudi Arabia as a global hub and […]

Global MBBF 2024: Accelerating 5.5G and AI Convergence to Lead the Mobile AI Era
[Istanbul, Türkiye, October 30, 2024] The Global Mobile Broadband Forum 2024 (MBBF 2024) has kicked off in Istanbul, Türkiye, with the theme “5.5G Leads Mobile AI Era”. More than 1,000 guests from mobile network carriers, ecosystem players, and leaders from vertical industries have gathered to discuss various topics, from business model innovation to industry development and […]

KFSHRC Enhances Mental Health By Utilizing Digital Platforms & AI
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, October 27, 2024 – King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) continues its commitment to the mental and physical well-being of its employees and the broader community through its Department of Mental Health (DMH), which aims to contribute to mental health service provision in Saudi Arabia. A key priority of the […]

HONOR Redefines Smartphone Experience with MagicOS 9.0
Ushering in a new era of autopilot AI Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, October 27, 2024: Global technology brand HONOR today unveiled the launch of MagicOS 9.0 in China, the industry’s first all-scenario personalized AI operating system. This groundbreaking operating system integrates its new proprietary MagicLM line-up, while YOYO Assistant has been upgraded to a […]

As Attackers Embrace AI, Every Organization Should Do These 5 Things
By Derek Manky AI benefits our society at large in numerous ways, but cybercriminals are using this new technology for nefarious purposes. From gathering data more efficiently to using large language models to craft phishing communications, experienced and novice threat actors are relying on AI to streamline their efforts. Organizations worldwide are taking notice, and […]

PROVEN Robotics Launches First Robotics Club in the Kingdom to Revolutionize STEM Education
Students will learn how to design and program robots while enhancing their technical skills in advanced technologies.Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (21 October, 2024): PROVEN Robotics, a leading provider of robotic solutions worldwide, announced the launch of its first PROVEN Robotics Club in the Kingdom. The Robotics Club will forge partnerships with schools to provide state-of-the-art robotics […]

Globant Unveils Report to Tackle AI Myths in Healthcare to Unleash Potential Across the GCC
Riyadh, October 22, 2024 — Globant (NYSE: GLOB), a digitally native company focused on reinventing businesses through innovative technology solutions, has launched its new ‘Move Your But’ report to drive AI adoption in the healthcare industry, showcasing AI’s potential to transform patient care and operational efficiency. The report’s findings have significant implications for the GCC region, where […]

Gupshup launches in Saudi Arabia to bring advanced conversational AI solutions to the Kingdom
Strategic entry into the Kingdom aims to revolutionize customer engagement and support Vision 2030’s digital goals October 21st, Riyadh, KSA: Gupshup, a global leader in Conversational AI Engagement, is excited to announce its entry into the Saudi Arabian market, marking a significant milestone in the company’s international growth journey. With the launch of Gupshup Technology Gulf […]

Elm concludes participation in GITEX Global 2024; Reiterates commitment to advancing digital transformation
20 October 2024- Elm, a pioneer in digital solutions, concluded its participation at GITEX Global 2024, which was recently held in Dubai. During the event, Elm showcased its exceptional offerings, including advanced digital solutions ranging from smart platforms, business support solutions, AI-based digital services to security systems and solutions for multiple industries, and project management and […]

KFSHRC Leads the Way in AI-Powered Diagnostics and Minimally Invasive Surgeries
Riyadh, 20 October King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) continues to advance healthcare through pioneering advancements in AI-driven diagnostics and minimally invasive surgeries, advancing precision and outcomes while contributing to global innovation. At the core of these advancements is KFSHRC’s Centre for Healthcare Intelligence (CHI), which has developed numerous AI applications and predictive […]

GITEX GLOBAL concludes, reinforcing its status as the world’s largest and most dominant technology event
Dubai, UAE, 19 October 2024: GITEX GLOBAL 2024 concluded on Friday, underscoring AI’s pivotal role as a transformative tool that will continue to reshape industries and drive business and economic growth globally. For the final time this week, 6,500 exhibitors, 1,800 startups, and 1,200 investors, along with governments from more than 180 countries—marking the highest-ever international […]

Moro Hub and DataRobot to Advance AI and Machine Learning Capabilities in the UAE
This collaboration aims to deliver innovative, data-driven solutions across various industries Dubai, UAE, 19 October 2024: Moro Hub, a subsidiary of Digital DEWA, the digital arm of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (PJSC), signed a Partnership with DataRobot. The agreement was signed by Mohammed Bin Sulaiman, CEO of Moro Hub, and Venky Veeraraghavan, Chief Product Officer […]

Logitech Presents MeetUp 2, the AI-Driven, Sustainably Designed Next-Generation Video Bar for Huddle Rooms, at GITEX Global 2024
New bar offers AI-driven intelligent AV, sustainable design with recycled plastics, and easy deployment to huddle, USB-based conference rooms DUBAI, UAE – October 15, 2024 – Logitech brings its latest innovation, MeetUp 2, to GITEX Global 2024. This next-generation video conferencing solution is an AI-powered USB camera designed for bring-your-own device (BYOD) and PC-based setups in huddle […]

Avaya helps Transcom eliminate language barriers in customer service with an AI-powered real-time translation solution
GITEX Global – Dubai, United Arab Emirates — October 16, 2024 – Transcom, a leading global customer service provider, has partnered with Avaya, a global leader in enterprise CX, and Sabio Group to create an AI-powered, real-time translation solution that can enable contact center agents from anywhere in the world to converse with customers in over […]

Huawei Cloud Summit UAE 2024: Leap into Intelligence with a Better Cloud Across Middle East
[Dubai, UAE, October 16, 2024] During the GITEX Global 2024, Huawei Cloud Summit UAE 2024 was held, where Huawei Cloud demonstrated how its industry-leading AI-native cloud drives digitalization and intelligence across various industries in line with the visions of regional governments. Senior Huawei executives also revealed Huawei Cloud’s significant progress in the Middle East and North Africa […]

Huawei Showcases an Innovative AI-Ready Cloud at GITEX 2024
Dubai, October 14, 2024—Huawei Cloud is set to demonstrate its commitment to intelligent upgrades at GITEX 2024 through its innovative AI-ready cloud to meet the industry-specific requirements, including carrier, government, finance, media and entertainment, Web3, and e-commerce & retail. Alan Qi, President of Huawei Cloud Middle East and Central Asia, stated, “Huawei Cloud brings global […]

Deloitte to introduce AI Factory in the Middle East as a Service, Powered by NVIDIA and Oracle
· Cloud-interoperable solutions suite offers organizations seamless access, maintaining edge on Generative AI deployments Dubai, United Arab Emirates, October 12th, 2024—Deloitte Middle East announces the rollout of the ‘AI Factory’ as a Service, a scalable suite of Generative AI (GenAI) capabilities built on the NVIDIA AI platform, including NVIDIA AI Enterprise software, NVIDIA NIM Agent […]

SAS Empowers Organizations to Navigate the Complexities of AI at GITEX 2024
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 9 October 2024: SAS, a global leader in data and AI joins GITEX Global 2024 in Dubai from October 14th to 18th. As the 44th edition of the world’s most established tech exhibition explores the significance of global collaboration in forging a future artificial intelligence (AI) economy, SAS shows how Viya and its latest […]

New Capabilities in MicroStrategy ONE Help Enterprises Strengthen GenAI Reliability, Accessibility, and Explainability for Faster, More Accurate Decision-Making
Close collaboration with customers has enabled MicroStrategy to continuously innovate, empowering enterprises to overcome the GenAI “trough of disillusionment” TYSONS CORNER, VA – October 8, 2024 – MicroStrategy® Incorporated (Nasdaq: MSTR), a pioneer in AI-powered business intelligence, today announced the latest release of MicroStrategy ONE®, the fully cloud-native AI/BI platform that’s trusted by the world’s leading […]
