Economy & Business
Business news, economic analysis, fintech innovations, startup ecosystems, and market trends shaping Saudi Arabia's digital economy and Vision 2030.
Esports World Cup Concludes 2026 Paris Edition with All Gamers Victory
The Esports World Cup concluded its 2026 Paris edition with All Gamers taking the club championship title ahead of Team Falcons.
Saudi Communications Minister Meets Riot Games CEO in Paris to Discuss Gaming Sector Growth
Saudi Minister Eng. Abdullah Alswaha met with Riot Games CEO Dylan Jadeja in Paris to discuss game development and expanding player experiences.
stc Group Concludes Esports World Cup 2026 Partnership as Paris Hosts Grand Final
stc group concludes its third year as Founding Partner of the Esports World Cup 2026 as the Paris grand final draws over 2,000 players and 200 clubs.
Ericsson Presents 5G Advanced and AI Network Solutions at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh
Ericsson will showcase 5G Advanced, AI automation, and mission-critical connectivity at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh from August 31 to September 3.
Tourism Development Fund Names Mashail Mohammed Alkarni as Official Spokesperson
The Tourism Development Fund has named Mashail Mohammed Alkarni as official spokesperson to oversee media engagement and strengthen institutional communications.
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SharkNinja Launches Shark ChillPill 3-in-1 Cooling System in Saudi Arabia
SharkNinja has launched the Shark ChillPill personal cooling device in Saudi Arabia, featuring three cooling modes and up to 11 hours of battery life.
Global Investors Managing $14.3 Trillion Gather for LEAP 2026 in Riyadh
More than 1,000 investors representing $14.3 trillion in assets under management will convene in Riyadh for the fifth edition of the LEAP tech conference.
Budget Saudi Launches Auto World Into Short-Term Car Rental Market
Budget Saudi has launched short-term car rental services for individuals through Auto World, expanding its fleet operations ahead of major international events.
Communications, Space and Technology Commission Releases Fifth Edition of Sustainability Report
Saudi Arabia’s Communications, Space and Technology Commission has published the fifth edition of its sustainability report covering telecom and space sectors.
Saudi Minister of Communications Discusses AI with Sony Leadership in Paris
Saudi Minister Eng. Abdullah Alswaha met Sony Group CEO Hiroki Totoki in Paris to discuss AI tools for digital creators.
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DataFlow Partners With MediLearning to Distribute Accredited Healthcare Courses Across GCC
DataFlow and MediLearning have partnered to deliver 70+ DHA-accredited CPD and CME courses to healthcare professionals across the GCC via TrueProfile.io.
Chargebacks911 Report Highlights Internal Fraud Risks Across Global Merchants
A study by Chargebacks911 shows that nearly one in four merchants experiences internal fraud, while over half fail to monitor internal dispute actions.
Priceline Co-Founder Jeff Hoffman to Share Startup Scaling Insights at Leap26
Priceline co-founder Jeff Hoffman will speak at Leap26, sharing insights on building startups, international scaling, and creating sustainable economic impact.
ACWA Power Signs Battery Storage Contracts with Saudi Power Procurement
ACWA Power signed agreements with the Saudi Power Procurement Company to develop three battery storage facilities with 2,000 MWh capacity each.
Saudi Passports Outlines 23 Services Available for Absher Electronic Delegation
Saudi Passports has outlined 23 government services available for electronic delegation through the Absher platform, covering visas, IDs, and permits.
AmiViz to Showcase AI Security and Digital Tech at LEAP 2026
AmiViz will showcase AI security, sovereign cloud, and data resilience technologies at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh to support Saudi digital infrastructure.
stc and Huawei Complete First Commercial MB² Deployment in Saudi Arabia
stc Group and Huawei have completed the world’s first commercial deployment of MB² microwave antennas in Riyadh, reducing tower antenna counts by up to 90 percent.
Saudi Minister Discusses Game Development AI Applications with Ubisoft in France
Saudi Communications Minister Abdullah Al-Sawaha met with Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot in France to discuss artificial intelligence tools in video game production.
Robo.ai Reports Business Restructuring and Sets Financial Filing Schedule
Robo.ai announced it will release its H1 2026 financial results on August 24 following key acquisitions and the formation of Alif Holding in the UAE.
SDAIA Highlights Role of Systematic Risk Management in Responsible AI
SDAIA emphasized the importance of continuous risk management to support responsible AI deployment during Saudi Arabia’s Year of AI initiatives.
SDAIA Honors GAMI for Distinguished Data Management Compliance
SDAIA honored GAMI for distinguished data management compliance and governance standards, reflecting commitment to international data handling practices.
Saudi FDA Grants Marketing Authorization for Dual Glucose and Ketone Monitoring Device
The Saudi FDA has authorized a continuous glucose and ketone monitoring device, marking one of the first regulatory approvals worldwide for the biosensor tool.