Economy & Business
Business news, economic analysis, fintech innovations, startup ecosystems, and market trends shaping Saudi Arabia's digital economy and Vision 2030.
Red Sea Global Opens Equinox Resort AMAALA in Saudi Arabia
Red Sea Global has opened Equinox Resort AMAALA in Saudi Arabia, marking the brand’s first international location outside the United States.
SAL and Elm Launch CargoGate Services to Improve Station Operations
SAL Logistics Services and Elm have launched CargoGate services during LEAP 2026 in Riyadh following a successful trial phase across four main stations.
TAWAL and Huawei Sign Indoor Building Solutions Agreement at LEAP 2026
TAWAL and Huawei signed an Indoor Building Solutions partnership agreement at LEAP 2026 to deploy 5G and all-fiber networks across Saudi Arabia.
AGIBOT Hosts Partner Conference in Riyadh to Expand Robotics Presence
AGIBOT convened industry partners in Riyadh to accelerate commercial robotics deployment across six major industrial sectors in Saudi Arabia.
LEAP 2026 Concludes Fifth Edition in Riyadh With 1 Million Dollars in Startup Prizes
LEAP 2026 concluded its fifth edition in Riyadh, awarding 1 million dollars in startup prizes and confirming over 15 billion dollars in tech deals.
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NTT DATA and Red Sea Global Form Strategic Partnership for AI and Smart Cities
NTT DATA and Red Sea Global have signed a strategic partnership to develop AI-driven smart city, infrastructure, and hospitality solutions in Saudi Arabia.
MCIT and Snap Launch Initiative to Train 20,000 Saudi Talents by 2030
MCIT and Snap partner at LEAP 2026 to train over 20,000 Saudi talents in digital marketing, augmented reality, and technical skills by 2030.
General Motors Recognized in Saudi Arabia for Advancing Connected Vehicles
Saudi authorities recognized General Motors for advancing connected vehicle technologies through its OnStar platform across Chevrolet, GMC, and Cadillac models.
Syria Signs Digital Cooperation Organization Charter in Riyadh
Syria has signed the Digital Cooperation Organization Charter in Riyadh, advancing its process toward becoming a full member state.
Forum Outlines AI and Digital Initiatives to Expand Arab-Brazil Economic Ties
Proposals presented at the Brazil and Arab Countries Economic Forum outline digital platforms, AI trade tools, and fintech partnerships to expand bilateral commerce.
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Nammos Resort AMAALA Welcomes First Guests on Saudi Red Sea Coast
Nammos Resort AMAALA has officially welcomed its first guests in Saudi Arabia, featuring 110 rooms and villas on the Red Sea coast.
AMD and Saudi PIF Entity HUMAIN Launch $10 Billion AI Computing Venture
AMD and Saudi PIF-backed HUMAIN announced a $10 billion joint venture to build 500MW of AI infrastructure across Saudi Arabia and the United States.
PayTabs Group Acquires Amazon Payment Services MENA Operations for Over $100 Million
PayTabs Group agrees to acquire Amazon Payment Services MENA operations in a deal valued above $100 million, processing over SAR 150 billion annually.
Al Majdouie DEEPAL Serves as Official Transport Partner at LEAP 2026, Debuting DEEPAL S09 in Saudi Arabia
Al Majdouie DEEPAL served as the official transportation provider at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh, providing transport fleets and launching the six-seater DEEPAL S09 SUV.
Huawei Retains Global Wrist-Worn Device Market Leadership in H1 2026
Huawei secured over 20% global market share in wrist-worn devices during H1 2026 according to IDC, driven by updates across its Watch and Fit series.
Salam Concludes LEAP 2026 Participation with 29 Strategic Technology Partnerships
Salam concluded its participation at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh, signing 29 strategic partnerships spanning cloud computing, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence.
CEER and Salam Sign SAR 22.5 Million Connectivity Agreement at LEAP 2026
Salam signed a SAR 22.5 million contract with CEER at LEAP 2026 to deliver DWDM fiber connectivity for national electric vehicle manufacturing.
Webook.com Launches Tour Package Visa Integration for Seven Countries
Webook.com has launched the tour package visa service for travelers from seven countries, bundling flights, hotels, and entry permits in one booking.
Ghaia Investment Holding and Chicago Global to Showcase AI Investment Tools at Money20/20 Middle East
Ghaia Investment Holding and Chicago Global will present their AI investment platform Parallax at Money20/20 Middle East in Riyadh this September.
Cyberani and Nutanix Form Technical Cooperation Agreement at LEAP 2026
Cyberani and Nutanix have signed a cooperation agreement at LEAP 2026 to develop advanced cybersecurity and hybrid cloud capabilities in Saudi Arabia.
Nutanix Launches NC2 on Google Cloud in Dammam Region
Nutanix launched NC2 on Google Cloud in the Dammam region, allowing Saudi enterprises to extend on-premises workloads without rearchitecting applications.
LEAP 2026 Day Three Yields Billions in Data Centre, Cloud, and AI Capital
Day three of LEAP 2026 in Riyadh secured billions in tech funding, including the SAR 3.3B Khuzam Digital Valley project and a $20M regional AI fund.