Health & Technology
Health technology news covering digital health, telemedicine, medical devices, health apps, and innovations transforming healthcare in Saudi Arabia.
ZTE and China Telecom Win Three GSMA Foundry Awards with Two 5G-A Proposals
ZTE and China Telecom won three GSMA Foundry Awards at MWC 2026 in Barcelona with two joint 5G-Advanced proposals covering robotics and smart healthcare.
Tech Leaders at MWC26 Call for AI Guardrails in Health and Gaming
Executives from Netcracker, Exponential View, and Blizzard called for stronger AI governance at MWC26 Barcelona, warning that oversight must keep pace with rapid deployment across health, telecoms, and gaming.
QCY Announces Launch of Track S10 Sports Smartwatch
QCY Track S10 sports smartwatch offers precise tracking for athletes. The device features a bright AMOLED screen and long battery life, launching in March.
Hikma Pharmaceuticals Posts 7% Revenue Growth in 2025, Launches Share Buyback and Leadership Changes
Hikma Pharmaceuticals achieved 7% revenue growth to $3.349 billion in 2025. The firm announced a $250 million share buyback and key leadership changes.
Emirates Health Services Launches Amal AI Physician Assistant in UAE
Emirates Health Services launched Amal AI Physician Assistant with Boston Health AI at WHX Dubai 2026. The platform enhances patient intake and clinician efficiency across UAE health network.
King’s College Hospital London – Jeddah Completes One Year of Full Operations
King’s College Hospital London – Jeddah marks one year of full operations on Saudi Founding Day. The facility advances healthcare with specialized services and British expertise under Vision 2030.
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KFSH Advances to 12th Place in Brand Finance Global Hospital Rankings
King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre climbed to 12th place globally in Brand Finance’s 2026 rankings, maintaining its lead in the Middle East and North Africa region.
Qassim Health Cluster Showcases Care Link Initiative at Saudi Healthcare Model Forum 2026
Qassim Health Cluster presents Care Link initiative at Saudi Healthcare Model Forum 2026, transforming patient care through integrated healthcare journey coordination.
New Study Links 4+ Hours Daily Screen Time to 61% Higher Depression Risk in Children
New research reveals children spending 4+ hours daily on screens face 61% higher depression risk. Physical activity emerges as key protective factor.
LG KSA Partners with Saudi German Hospital for Blood Donation Drive
LG Electronics Saudi Arabia launches blood donation drive with Saudi German Hospital and Central Blood Bank to address critical supply gaps in the Kingdom.
LG Unveils Revolutionary 11MP Diagnostic Displays and 3D Surgical Screens at Arab Health 2026
LG Electronics unveils revolutionary 11-megapixel diagnostic displays and 3D surgical screens at Arab Health 2026 in Dubai, setting new standards for clinical precision and efficiency.
Sanofi Wins Nationalization Award for Health Sector in Saudi Arabia
Sanofi receives prestigious Nationalization Award for Health Sector from Saudi Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development, recognizing excellence in localization and Vision 2030 alignment.
Amplifai Health Selected for World Economic Forum’s MINDS Programme for AI Healthcare Innovation
Amplifai Health joins World Economic Forum’s MINDS programme for advancing AI-powered thermal imaging in diabetic foot screening, achieving 80% cost reduction in Saudi Arabia.
KFSHRC Achieves Global First with Fully Robotic Living-Donor Liver Transplant
KFSHRC makes history with world’s first fully robotic living-donor liver transplant using two donors. The groundbreaking procedure marks a new era in transplant surgery.
Umm Al Houl Desalination Plant Achieves Two Million Safe Man-Hours Without Incidents
Qatar’s Umm Al Houl desalination plant achieves two million safe man-hours without incidents, reinforcing its commitment to safety while supplying water to 1.1 million people.
King Faisal Specialist Hospital Achieves World-First Dual-Donor Robotic Liver Transplant
KFSHRC achieves world-first fully robotic dual-donor liver transplant, marking a breakthrough in transplant surgery with exceptional patient outcomes and recovery.
GORE VIATORR TIPS Endoprosthesis Receives CE Mark for Expanded Diameter Range
GORE VIATORR TIPS Endoprosthesis receives CE mark for expanded 6-10mm diameter range, offering physicians enhanced control in portal hypertension treatment with proven long-term performance.
King Faisal Specialist Hospital Signs MoU on Rare Diseases with Servier Arabia
King Faisal Specialist Hospital signs strategic MoU with Servier Arabia to advance rare disease research and treatment, focusing on gliomas and digital health innovation.
Zain Clinic Launches Telehealth Service for Saudi Arabia’s
Zain Clinic launches as a revolutionary telehealth service integrated into the Zain mobile app, providing Saudi subscribers with instant access to 240+ licensed physicians and digital prescriptions in under two minutes.
PioCreat Showcases 3D Dental Printing Solutions at AEEDC Dubai 2026
PioCreat debuts at AEEDC Dubai 2026, showcasing its innovative 3D dental printing solutions including the compact PioNext Mini system designed for in-clinic use. The company presents a comprehensive portfolio of dental printing technology to the Middle Eastern market.
Japan Develops Stem Cells Biosensors for Chronic Inflammation
Japanese scientists have developed an innovative technique that transforms skin stem cells into living biosensors that emit light when detecting chronic inflammation. This breakthrough eliminates the need for invasive monitoring methods and enables long-term health tracking.
Clinical Research Transformation Conference Opens in Riyadh
The Clinical Research Transformation: Future Outlook 2026 conference opened in Riyadh, organized by King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre. The event brings together global experts to advance Saudi Arabia’s clinical research ecosystem and align with Vision 2030 healthcare goals.