Health & Technology
Health technology news covering digital health, telemedicine, medical devices, health apps, and innovations transforming healthcare in Saudi Arabia.

Smart Homes in Saudi Arabia and UAE Shift Toward Healthier Living
Smart homes in Saudi Arabia and the UAE are evolving to focus on health-centric technologies and immersive environments, enhancing the overall quality of residential life.

GCC People Pulse Tracker Reveals Strong Regional Workforce Sentiment
The inaugural GCC People Pulse tracker by EXE and Ipsos shows regional employee sentiment outperforming global benchmarks despite rising concerns over AI job security.

Opella Expands Investment in Saudi Arabia During First Year of Independence
Opella marks its first year of independence by expanding its presence in Saudi Arabia, reaching over 4,600 pharmacies and launching five new products.

Intercept Health Initiative Launches with $500 Million to Eliminate Respiratory Infections
The Intercept health initiative has launched with 500 million dollars in funding to eliminate common respiratory infections globally.

Valeo Health Crosses One Million Orders and Identifies Undetected Health Risks
Valeo Health has completed one million orders and released data showing that 68% of UAE residents face undetected health risks.

Researchers Release Proto Language to Integrate AI Models for Generative Biology
The Laboratory of Evolutionary Design has released Proto, an open-source programming language that integrates AI models to streamline generative biology.

Arabian Ethicals Achieves ISO 31000:2018 Certification for Risk Management
Arabian Ethicals has achieved the ISO 31000:2018 certification, establishing a structured risk management framework to secure healthcare supply chains in the UAE.

Meta Superintelligence Labs Launches Muse Spark Multimodal Reasoning Model
Meta Superintelligence Labs has launched Muse Spark, a natively multimodal reasoning model featuring parallel agent orchestration and advanced health data integration.

Midjourney Medical Unveils Revolutionary 60-Second Full-Body Scanner
Midjourney Medical has announced a revolutionary 60-second full-body ultrasonic scanner and plans to launch luxury health spas starting in 2027.

Huawei Leads Global Wrist-Worn Device Shipments in Q1 2026
Huawei secured the top spot in global wrist-worn device shipments for Q1 2026, capturing a 20.2% market share with 9.5 million units shipped.
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Zoya Technologies Launches Offline Clinical AI Terminal for Remote Healthcare
Zoya Technologies has launched ZoyeMed 3.0 Resilience Edition, an offline clinical AI terminal designed to deliver complete medical care without internet connectivity.

Kaiterra Opens Riyadh Office to Support Saudi Vision 2030 Projects
Kaiterra has opened a dedicated office in Riyadh following a 300% revenue growth in Q1 2026, aiming to support Saudi Arabia’s $1.3 trillion Vision 2030 projects.

Dr. Soliman Fakeeh Hospital Riyadh Receives Planetree Gold Certification
Dr. Soliman Fakeeh Hospital Riyadh has been awarded the Planetree Gold Certification for its person-centered healthcare model.

HUAWEI WATCH FIT 5 Pro Launches with Diabetes Risk Study Feature
The HUAWEI WATCH FIT 5 Pro has launched in Saudi Arabia, introducing a diabetes risk study feature and advanced cardiovascular tracking tools.

Checkout and Nahdi Partner to Enhance Digital Payment Performance Across the GCC
Nahdi Medical Company has partnered with Checkout to optimize its digital payment systems and improve transaction success rates across the GCC.

Arab Therapy Signs Agreement with King Abdulaziz University for Mental Health Research
Arab Therapy has signed an agreement with King Abdulaziz University to integrate digital mental health services and conduct joint scientific research.

Oura Launches Thinner Fifth-Generation Smart Ring with Advanced Health Tracking
Oura has unveiled its fifth-generation smart ring, featuring a titanium design that is 40 percent smaller and starts at $399.

Saudi Arabia Deploys Integrated Digital Services for Hajj 1447 AH Season
Saudi Arabia has deployed integrated digital services for the Hajj 1447 AH season, utilizing artificial intelligence and data analytics to assist millions of pilgrims.

CEL-SCI Partners with Amarox to Bring Multikine Cancer Therapy to Saudi Arabia
CEL-SCI and Amarox have signed a strategic partnership to develop and distribute Multikine Saudi Arabia cancer immunotherapy under a 50/50 revenue-sharing model, pending SFDA approval.

Huawei Watch FIT 5 Pro Brings Health Monitoring to Wearable Segment
The Huawei Watch FIT 5 Pro brings diabetes risk assessment and advanced health monitoring to a premium smartwatch. Available in Saudi Arabia from 599 SAR.

Google Launches Fitbit Air at $99.99 with Screenless Health Tracking Design
Google launches Fitbit Air, a $99.99 screenless health tracker featuring continuous heart rate monitoring, sleep analysis, and seven-day battery life. The device pairs with Google Health app for AI-powered health recommendations.

Emirates Drug Establishment Concludes Participation in Make it in the Emirates 2026
The Emirates Drug Establishment concluded a successful four-day exhibition participation, securing strategic partnerships and advancing pharmaceutical innovation across the UAE.
