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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.
New AI King: Google’s Gemini 1114 Experimental Model Outperforms GPT-4 and Claude 3.5 Sonnet
Google’s latest AI model, Gemini 1114, is making waves in the tech world by securing the top spot in the Chatbot Arena benchmark, surpassing established models like GPT-4 and Claude 3.5 Sonnet.
AMD Accelerates Exascale Computing to New Heights Powering the Fastest Supercomputer Ever, El Capitan
─ El Capitan, powered by the AMD Instinct MI300A APU, becomes the second AMD supercomputer to surpass the Exascale barrier, placing #1 on the Top500 list — ─ AMD continues setting the standard for HPC, powering 50 percent of the top ten fastest and 40 percent of the ten most energy efficient supercomputers in the world— […]
Dell Technologies Expands AI Innovations at the Edge
Dubai, UAE – November 18, 2024: Dell Technologies announces advancements to its Dell NativeEdge edge operations software platform to simplify how organizations can deploy, scale and use AI at the edge. According to Gartner®, “by 2025, more than 50% of enterprise-managed data will be created and processed outside the data center or cloud.”1 As organizations increasingly move data toward […]
SAS acquires Hazy synthetic data software to boost generative AI portfolio
Strategic move reinforces SAS leadership in data and AI, enhancing customer innovation and data security CARY, NC (Nov. 13, 2024) – SAS, a global leader in data and AI, today announced the acquisition of the principal software assets of Hazy, a pioneer in synthetic data technology. This strategic acquisition aims to enhance SAS’ robust data and AI […]
88% of Saudi Arabia and UAE organizations investing in AI report big business boost – IDC whitepaper
AWS and IDC whitepaper states embracing AI early is driving innovation and growth, but companies still in the planning stages of AI adoption show ‘considerably weaker results’ RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, November 13, 2024—Amazon Web Services (AWS), in collaboration with International Data Corporation (IDC), today released a new whitepaper that reveals that early artificial intelligence (AI) […]
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University of Jeddah Hosts SAS Forecasting Hackathon, Showcasing Remarkable Female Leadership in AI
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (Nov.,12, 2025) – The SAS Forecasting Hackathon, held on November 4-5, 2024, and hosted by the University of Jeddah in collaboration with SAS, a global leader in analytics, was a resounding success. The event showcased exceptional student talent and innovation, with all three winning teams composed entirely of female students, highlighting the […]
Google Cloud Celebrates First Anniversary of Dammam Cloud Region in Saudi Arabia with Inaugural Summit, Showcasing Growth and AI Innovation
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – November 12, 2024 – Google Cloud today marked the first anniversary of the Dammam Cloud Region launch in Saudi Arabia with the inaugural Google Cloud Saudi Arabia Summit. Held at the Four Seasons Hotel Kingdom Tower in Riyadh, the event brought together over 1,500 attendees, including Google Cloud partners, customers, government officials, […]
New Murabba Showcases Vision for Sustainable Urban Innovation at Smart Cities Expo World Congress
7 November 2024: New Murabba, A Public Investment Fund (PIF), participated in the Smart City Expo World Congress 2024, held in Barcelona, Spain, from November 5-7 in its 14th edition. At the conference, New Murabba showcased plans to redefine urban development, bringing together prominent leaders, companies, and experts worldwide to discuss current challenges facing smart cities. Michael […]
IDC and Sprinklr Unveil New Research on 2025 AI Priorities
Report surveyed 500 contact center and 500 marketing leaders on their goals for AI-led CX transformation. United Arab Emirates, Dubai — November 04, 2024 – Sprinklr (NYSE:CXM), the unified customer experience management (Unified-CXM) platform for modern enterprises, today unveiled the results of new research on the 2025 AI priorities for enterprise marketing and contact center leaders. Research findings are compiled […]
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 […]
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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 […]