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GLM 5.3 Launches with Major Coding Upgrades and Cyber Defense
GLM 5.3 arrives on the API at GLM 5.2 pricing, boosting coding task completion by 50% while uncovering over 2,400 open-source vulnerabilities.

Meta Launches Dedicated Desktop Assistant for Mac Users
Meta launched a dedicated Mac desktop app for its AI assistant, introducing window sharing, system-wide dictation, and business analytics integration.

Google Introduces New AI Study Tools Across Search and Gemini
Google has launched dedicated AI study tools across Search and Gemini, featuring automated flashcards, 3D simulations, and deep research tools for students.

Saudi Arabia Approves Naver Digital Twin Platform as National Standard for Municipalities
Saudi Arabia approved Naver’s digital twin platform as the national standard for municipal planning and infrastructure management across the Kingdom.

Vietnam’s Da Nang Tops Rising Saudi Summer Destinations with 117% Flight Search Growth
Wego data reveals a 117% increase in flight searches for Vietnam’s Da Nang as Saudi travellers turn toward secondary coastal cities for summer 2026.

UiPath Launches UiPath Maestro Flow for Developer-First Agent Orchestration
UiPath has introduced UiPath Maestro Flow, a developer-first orchestration canvas that allows teams to build and govern automated business processes using coding agents.

Uber and Baidu Launch Fully Driverless Apollo Go Service in Dubai
Uber and Baidu have launched fully driverless Apollo Go robotaxis in Dubai, allowing riders in Jumeirah and Umm Suqeim to book autonomous trips.

AMD Reports Fourfold Increase in AI Energy Efficiency Toward 2030 Target
AMD achieved a 4x gain in AI energy efficiency through 2026, putting the chipmaker ahead of its roadmap toward a 20x rack-scale improvement by 2030.

King Khalid International Airport Begins First Phase of Silent Airport Project in Riyadh
King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh has started phase one of its Silent Airport initiative at Terminal 5, shifting flight announcements to digital screens.

Kaspersky Records 4.7 Million Cyberattacks Disguised as Workplace Software
Kaspersky detected over 4.7 million cyberattacks disguised as workplace applications, with Zoom and Outlook representing the most frequently impersonated tools.
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Illumio earned top scores across Strategy and Current Offering categories in the Forrester Wave Q3 2026 report for microsegmentation technology.

Genetec Identifies Access Control as a Governance and Cybersecurity Priority in the Middle East
Genetec highlights how access control in the Middle East has evolved from door management into a core governance and cybersecurity priority.

Crytica Security Introduces RDAi Deterministic Threat Detection Software
Crytica Security has launched RDAi, a deterministic threat detection software that monitors instruction set integrity directly inside operational technology devices.

Apple Overhauls EU App Store Fees and Eases Rules for Alternative Stores
Apple restructured its EU App Store fees, replacing per-install charges with a 5% commission on outside distributions and easing marketplace rules.

Trendyol Introduces Expanded Program and Dedicated Page for Saudi Sellers
Trendyol launched an expanded support initiative for Saudi SMEs, providing a 40 percent commission discount, free ad credits, and field training teams.

Ministry of Justice Launches Early Settlement Service on Najiz
The Saudi Ministry of Justice has launched a new digital service on Najiz to resolve financial disputes through flexible, automated settlement options.

Apple Leaks Camera-Equipped AirPods in macOS Update
Apple has accidentally revealed its upcoming camera-equipped AirPods in a video embedded within the macOS Tahoe 26.7 release candidate update.

OpenAI Launches Dedicated ChatGPT Mode for Teenagers with Enhanced Safety Controls
OpenAI has launched a dedicated ChatGPT mode for teenagers aged 13 to 17, featuring automatic enrollment, stricter content filters, and parental controls.

Microsoft Arabia President Outlines Strategic AI Priorities for Saudi Arabia
Microsoft Arabia President Ayman Al-Ghamdi outlines the company’s strategic priorities to transition Saudi organizations from AI experimentation to practical business outcomes.

Google Introduces Option to Disable Visible AI Watermarks on Gemini Media
Google has introduced a toggle option to disable visible AI watermarks on Gemini-generated media, giving creators more flexibility while maintaining backend security.

YouTube Updates View Counting System to Match Competitors
YouTube will count views as soon as a video starts playing starting August 24, aligning its metrics with TikTok and Instagram.

Critical macOS Vulnerability Allows Remote Attackers to Gain Full Device Control
A critical macOS vulnerability allows remote attackers to gain full control of affected systems without passwords. Security experts urge immediate updates.
