Apps & Software
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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.
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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.
Reddit Tests AI Audio and Video Conversions for Text Posts
Reddit is testing a new feature that converts text posts into AI-narrated audio and video content on its mobile applications.
Saudi Arabia Launches National Cybersecurity Awareness Campaign for Students
Saudi Arabia has launched the second edition of its student safety campaign to promote secure digital practices for the new school year.
Tawakkalna Leads Digital Experience Maturity Index 2026
Tawakkalna has ranked first in beneficiary satisfaction in the 2026 Digital Experience Maturity Index, placing fifth overall among Saudi government platforms.
Etmad Platform Secures Second Place in Digital Experience Maturity Index
The Saudi government platform Etmad ranked second in the 2026 Digital Experience Maturity Index, scoring 94.36% overall.
Saudi Arabia’s Wasfati Platform Processes 141 Million Prescriptions Annually
Saudi Arabia’s Wasfati platform served 17 million patients and processed 141 million prescriptions last year, reducing waiting times across healthcare facilities.
Insta360 Unveils X6 Action Camera with Compact Design and Larger Sony Sensors
Insta360 has launched the X6 action camera, featuring larger Sony sensors, 8K video at 50fps, and a more compact design with an OLED screen.
Al-Zahed Group Selects Snowflake Platform for Data and AI Initiatives
Al-Zahed Group has selected the Snowflake data platform to centralize its corporate data and accelerate its artificial intelligence initiatives.
Ford Smart App Receives New Updates in Saudi Arabia for 2026
The Ford smart app has received new updates in Saudi Arabia for 2026, introducing advanced digital services and improved features for vehicle owners.
GLM-5.3 Model Released with Advanced Coding and Cyber Capabilities
The newly released GLM-5.3 model introduces advanced coding and emergent cybersecurity capabilities developed entirely through post-training scaling.
Saudi Informatics Team Secures Three International Awards in Uzbekistan
The Saudi informatics team won three awards at the 38th International Olympiad in Informatics in Uzbekistan, including a historic first silver medal.
Meta Releases Lightweight Muse Glimmer AI Model for Single Computers
Meta has launched Muse Glimmer, a lightweight open-source AI model optimized to run on single computers, reducing infrastructure costs for regional developers.
Tech Giants Face Thousands of Social Media Lawsuits After Failed Appeal
Meta, TikTok, Snapchat, and Google must face thousands of consolidated user addiction lawsuits after a US appeals court rejected their Section 230 defense.
OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Desktop App for Linux Systems
OpenAI has launched a preview version of its ChatGPT desktop application for Linux, expanding its availability to major open-source distributions.