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Keeta Releases White Paper on Saudi Digital Economy at LEAP East
Keeta released a white paper at LEAP East in Hong Kong, detailing the growth of the Saudi digital economy and food delivery trends.

ZATCA Detects Tax Violations in 61,000 Inspections
ZATCA detected multiple tax violations during 61,000 inspections in Q2 2026, targeting retail, gold, and tobacco sectors.

Savi Launches Mobile App to Protect Consumers From AI Scams and Voice Cloning
Savi Security has launched a new mobile app on iOS and Android to protect consumers from AI-powered voice cloning and deepfake scams.

Growth-Stage Bridge Connects Global Fintechs with Saudi Market
An analysis of the strategic initiatives connecting international growth-stage financial technology companies with expanding opportunities in Saudi Arabia.

Waze Integrates Gemini AI for Personalized Navigation and Voice Controls
Waze has integrated Google Gemini to offer personalized route suggestions, conversational voice commands, and a new Less Chatty mode for drivers.

Saudi Arabia Launches AI-Powered Insights Tool for National Data Analysis
Saudi Arabia has launched the AI-powered Insights tool to simplify national data analysis and support decision-making across government entities.

European Committee Proposes Social Media Ban for Children
A European expert committee is set to recommend a social media ban for children across the EU, reflecting a growing global trend of digital age restrictions.

Nuclear Authority Launches Uboor Digital Platform for Transit Permits
Saudi Arabia’s Nuclear and Radiological Regulatory Authority has launched a new digital system to automate transit permits for radioactive materials.

Google Search settings updated with new media privacy controls
Google has introduced a new setting allowing users to control whether their uploaded images and files are saved and used for AI training.

Google Launches Video Remix Feature for AI Subscribers
Google has introduced a new Video Remix tool for Google Photos, allowing AI subscribers to edit and transform videos using the Gemini Omni model.
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Meta Halts AI Image Generation Tool After Brief Launch
Meta has suspended its newly launched AI image generation tool just days after release, highlighting the regulatory and legal hurdles facing major tech firms.

Microsoft Teams Rolls Out Workplace Check-in Feature
Microsoft Teams has introduced a new Workplace Check-in feature that automatically tracks employee locations via Wi-Fi, raising privacy concerns.

Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Launches Street Fighter 6 Collaboration
Mobile Legends: Bang Bang has launched its first-ever collaboration with Capcom’s Street Fighter 6, introducing iconic characters as playable hero skins.

Microsoft Integrates AI to Expand Monthly Security Updates
Microsoft is incorporating artificial intelligence into its update process to identify vulnerabilities earlier and deliver more security fixes for Windows 11.

OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Work Agent to Automate Business Tasks
OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Work, a powerful new agent powered by GPT-5.6 that automates complex multi-step business tasks and integrates with your daily apps.

Meta Launches Muse Spark 1.1 AI Coding Model with Developer API
Meta has launched Muse Spark 1.1, an updated AI coding model now available to US developers via a public API preview with free credits.

OpenAI Launches GPT-5.6 Model Family with Sol, Terra, and Luna
OpenAI has launched its GPT-5.6 model family, featuring Sol, Terra, and Luna, offering high performance and cost efficiency.

Ollama Secures $65 Million Series B Funding to Expand Local AI Development Platform
Ollama has raised $65 million in Series B funding led by Theory Ventures, growing its local AI model execution platform to 8.9 million monthly developers.

OpenAI Launches GPT-Live to Power Next-Gen ChatGPT Voice
OpenAI has launched GPT-Live, a new full-duplex voice model that allows ChatGPT to listen and speak simultaneously for natural conversations.

Lahint Completes Unified Digital Execution Infrastructure
Lahint has completed its unified digital execution infrastructure, launching 10 automated social insurance services for businesses in Saudi Arabia.

FedEx Launches FedEx Surround Platform in Saudi Arabia
FedEx has launched its FedEx Surround platform in Saudi Arabia, introducing advanced monitoring and intervention systems to enhance logistics and shipping services.

PUBG Mobile Update Launches Naruto Shippuden Collaboration
The version 4.5 PUBG Mobile update brings a Naruto Shippuden collaboration, voice-activated ninjutsu, and a new PC editor.
