Education & Training
Education technology news, e-learning platforms, digital skills training, and academic developments shaping the future of learning in Saudi Arabia.

Wadi Jeddah Joins the International Association of Science Parks (IASP) during the 42nd World Conference in Beijing
[Beijing, China – 22 September 2025] – Wadi Jeddah, the investment arm of King Abdulaziz University, announced its official membership in the International Association of Science Parks and Areas of Innovation (IASP) during the Association’s 42nd World Conference, held in Beijing, China, from September 16 to 19, 2025. The membership shield was received on behalf […]

Safea Participates in Abroad Edu2025 to Advance Education and Training Opportunities
[Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – September 16, 2025] – Safea, a subsidiary of Wadi Jeddah, took part in the Abroad Edu2025 Forum held in Jeddah on September 9–10, 2025. The forum is recognized as a leading platform for showcasing global opportunities in education and training. The event brought together a large number of students with leading […]

Coursera Launches Skill Tracks to Accelerate Workforce Growth
Role-based skill development powered by labor market insights, connecting skills, jobs, and real-world impact Abu Dhabi, September 10, 2025 — Coursera, Inc. (NYSE: COUR), a leading global online learning platform, today announced the launch of Skill Tracks, a data-backed learning solution mapped to specific occupations that guides learners from foundational knowledge to expert proficiency through verified […]

Free One-Year Subscription to Google Gemini Pro for Uni Students in Saudi Arabia
For an annual subscription valued at 860 Saudi Riyal per person Riyadh, September 7 – University students in Saudi Arabia can now get a complimentary one-year subscription to the Pro version of Google Gemini to get the most out of the generative AI tool and its related features for learning and discovery. All university students […]

Batterjee Medical College Accelerates Global Growth with Veeam, Achieving 80% Faster Data Recovery
Pioneering medical institution leverages Veeam to boost data resilience, drive digital transformation and power national and international expansion plans. Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – 07 September, 2025 – Batterjee Medical College (BMC), one of Saudi Arabia’s leading private medical colleges, has dramatically enhanced its data resilience and operational effectiveness by deploying Veeam Data Platform, Veeam Backup for […]

Saudi Future Leaders Take Center Stage From KAEC to Oxford
[Oxford, UK – September 02, 2025] — In a bold step that reaffirms Saudi Arabia’s expanding global educational footprint, Prince Mohammed Bin Salman College (MBSC) brought 108 of its top graduate students to visit Oxford University as part of an intensive leadership and strategy program — signaling the Kingdom’s interest in global business education. Hosted […]

Huawei Cloud in Partnership with Tuwaiq Academy empowering Saudi Arabia’s Talent in Digital Transformation
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 1 September 2025: Huawei Cloud, in partnership with Tuwaiq Academy, has concluded a five-day executive training programme designed to equip leaders across government and industry with essential knowledge in cloud technologies. The initiative reflects both organisations’ commitment to accelerate the advancement of Saudi Arabia’s national talent development. Held from 24 to 28 […]

Acer unveils back-to-school lineup featuring AI-powered Aspire series and gaming laptops with Copilot+
Dubai, UAE (August 28, 2025) Acer has announced its new back-to-school lineup of laptops in the UAE, designed to give students the ultimate toolkit for learning, creating, and gaming. Designed to empower students with everyday productivity and creativity tools, the range includes the latest Copilot+ AI-powered PCs alongside high-performance gaming devices. The cutting-edge technology offering, […]

Huawei Qatar Hosts Innovation in Education and Talent Excellence Awards
In Collaboration with Ministry of Education and Higher Education and Leading Universities, the Event Celebrates Student Achievements and Showcases Future Tech in Education Doha, Qatar – 28 August 2025– Huawei Qatar successfully hosted the “Innovation in Education and Talent Excellence Awards”, an event dedicated to honoring the accomplishments of students from Qatar in the global […]

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Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence begins new academic year with largest-ever cohort of 400+ students
Abu Dhabi, 16 August 2025: Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) has welcomed its largest cohort for its Fall 2025 intake, enrolling 403 new students. This includes its inaugural undergraduate class, new graduate cohorts in existing programmes in Computer Science, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, and Robotics, and the first intakes […]

Udemy Launches AI-Powered Platform in Arabic, Fueling Skills Acceleration Across the Middle East
New expansion aims to empower over 300 million Arabic-speaking professionals with personalized, adaptive upskilling SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE/AETOSWire)– Udemy (Nasdaq: UDMY), a leading AI-powered skills acceleration platform, announced the recent launch of its platform in Arabic. This milestone reflects the global technology company’s continued expansion across the Middle East, reinforcing Udemy’s mission to empower learners and organizations worldwide […]

MBSC Students Begin Transformative Summer@Babson Program in the United States
Wellesley, MA – August 6, 2025 — Prince Mohammed Bin Salman College (MBSC) has launched the seventh edition of its acclaimed Summer@Babson program, bringing together 162 master-level students from its Executive MBA (EMBA), Master in Finance (MiF), and Master in Management (MiM) programs for an intensive academic and entrepreneurial experience at Babson College in Massachusetts, sponsored […]

Google launches ‘Storybook’ feature on Gemini, available in Arabic
Riyadh, August 4 – For all story lovers, Google today launches a new feature called Storybook in its AI assistant, Gemini. This feature transforms complex ideas or important societal principles into a ten-page story filled with rich illustrations. Storybook is now available on the Gemini website in over 45 languages, including Arabic, and will be […]

Huawei Cloud Hosts Developer Conference 2025 in Collaboration with CODE and NAUATECH to Empower Local Talent
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – July 31, 2025 – In a strategic move to drive innovation and empower local digital talent, Huawei Cloud, in collaboration with the Center for Digital Entrepreneurship (CODE) and NAUATECH, hosted the Saudi Arabia 2025 Huawei Cloud Developer Conference. Held at CODE’s headquarters in Riyadh, the event brought together a distinguished group […]

FedEx and INJAZ UAE Equip Over 1,100 Students with Future-Ready Skills
Practical skills built through hands-on workshops and mentoring sessions across the UAE Dubai, UAE, July 28, 2025 – Federal Express Corporation (FedEx), the world’s largest express transportation company, and INJAZ UAE, a member of Junior Achievement (JA) Worldwide, are empowering youth in the UAE with the skills needed to succeed in an evolving professional landscape. […]

Huawei and Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology Inaugurate Future Skills Center to Support 2030 Digital Transformation Agenda
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 28 July 2025: Huawei and the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) reinforced their commitment to empowering national talent and advancing Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation agenda with the grand opening of the Future Skills Center in Riyadh. The ceremony was attended by high-level dignitaries, including H.E. Haytham AlOhali, Vice Minister of […]

Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence NextGen Summer Program empowers future generations of advanced technology leaders
Abu Dhabi, 22 July 2025: The Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) has launched its NextGen Summer Program, a week-long initiative designed to introduce high school students in Grades 10–12 to the fast-evolving world of artificial intelligence, innovation, and emerging technologies. Hosted at the MBZUAI campus in Abu Dhabi, the immersive programme brings together 38 high-performing […]

Social Development Bank Launches “Education Financing” Product to Empower Students on Their Academic Journey
Riyadh – 16 July 2025: The Social Development Bank (SDB) has launched the “Education Financing” product, aimed at empowering students to pursue their post-secondary education through digital financing solutions. The product seeks to expand access to knowledge and provide financial support to ambitious students at the diploma, bachelor’s, and master’s levels. This initiative aligns with […]

JoAcademy Partners With Truecaller to Deliver Trusted, Contextual Communication Experience for the Student Ecosystem in Jordan
AMMAN, Jordan–(BUSINESS WIRE)– JoAcademy, Jordan’s leading e-learning platform, has joined hands with Truecaller, the leading global communications platform to enhance how it connects with its student community. The collaboration focuses on strengthening trust and clarity in customer communication by integrating Truecaller Customer Experience Solution. In a digital learning environment, seamless and credible communication is essential. JoAcademy is […]

ELEVATE Expands Worldwide as ICAIRE Aims to Empower 25,000 Women in AI
The International Center for Artificial Intelligence Research and Ethics (ICAIRE), a UNESCO Category II Center based in Riyadh, has officially launched the second phase of its global initiative, ELEVATE, aimed at training 25,000 women worldwide in artificial intelligence and emerging technologies. Developed in collaboration with Microsoft, the initiative provides women across the globe with access […]

MBZUAI’s Undergraduate Research Internship Program draws record global interest with projects for real-world impact
Abu Dhabi, UAE, July 10, 2025: Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) has successfully concluded the 2025 edition of its flagship Undergraduate Research Internship Program (UGRIP) – its largest and most diverse cohort to date. The fully funded, four-week residency brought together 57 top-performing undergraduate students from 24 countries and leading global institutions, […]
