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AliExpress Ramadan Sale 2026 Offers Up to 80% Off with Enhanced Shipping in Saudi Arabia
AliExpress launches its annual Ramadan Sale in Saudi Arabia with up to 80% off, enhanced shipping, and AI-powered shopping features from February 8-26, 2026.
WAM Saudi 2026 to Transform Kingdom’s Industrial Future with Global Manufacturing Leaders
WAM Saudi 2026 brings global manufacturing leaders to Riyadh February 15-17, showcasing advanced technologies and investment opportunities in Saudi Arabia’s industrial transformation.
Snap Inc Signs Strategic MoUs with Qatar to Advance Creator Economy at Web Summit 2026
Snap Inc signs two strategic MoUs with Qatar’s Government Communications Office at Web Summit Qatar 2026, advancing creator economy and media ecosystem development.
Saudi Interior Ministry Completes Entry and Exit Procedures for World Defense Exhibition Visitors at Malham Airport
Saudi Ministry of Interior completes streamlined immigration procedures for World Defense Exhibition visitors at Malham Airport, deploying specialized passport control platforms from February 8-12, 2026.
TikTok LIVE Fest MENAT Celebrates Creator Community with 1.4M Participants in Dubai
TikTok LIVE Fest MENAT celebrated 1.4 million creators in Dubai, showcasing the power of livestreaming community with electrifying performances and groundbreaking innovations.
Third World Defense Show Opens in Riyadh Under Royal Patronage
Saudi Arabia hosts the third World Defense Show in Riyadh from February 8-12, 2026, under royal patronage, advancing Vision 2030’s defense localization goals.
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MBRF Unveils Sadia Visual Identity at Gulfood 2026, Reinforcing Halal Market Leadership
MBRF unveils new Sadia visual identity at Gulfood 2026, showcasing innovation in halal food products and reinforcing its leadership position across the Middle East market.
SAMI Returns as National Strategic Partner for World Defense Show 2026
SAMI returns as National Strategic Partner for World Defense Show 2026, showcasing over 60 national defense products and capabilities in Riyadh from February 8-12.
Assistant Minister of Media Visits FOMEX Exhibition at Saudi Media Forum
Assistant Minister of Media tours FOMEX exhibition at Saudi Media Forum, exploring innovations from 250+ organizations and witnessing strategic media agreements.
LEAP East Launches in Hong Kong with Strong Government and Tech Industry Support
LEAP East debuts in Hong Kong July 8-10, 2026, with strong backing from HKSAR Government and regional tech leaders, connecting Asia and Middle East innovation ecosystems.
Saudi Artist Shalimar Sharbatly Praises Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s Vision 2030 Leadership
Saudi artist Shalimar Sharbatly praises Crown Prince Mohammed Salman’s visionary leadership, highlighting the Kingdom’s unprecedented transformation under Vision 2030 and women’s empowerment reforms.
Snap Inc. Establishes Specs Inc. as Standalone Subsidiary for Revolutionary AR Eyewear
Snap Inc. establishes Specs Inc. as a standalone subsidiary, preparing to launch revolutionary AR eyewear that integrates digital experiences into the real world while keeping users present in the moment.
Snapchat and Business of Fashion Unveil Strategic Report on GCC Fashion Trends at Shop Talk Luxe
Snap Inc. and Business of Fashion unveil groundbreaking report on GCC fashion and beauty trends, highlighting how AR and cultural storytelling are reshaping luxury consumer engagement.
IFAT Saudi Arabia Opens in Riyadh with Record 450+ Exhibitors Showcasing Environmental Innovation
IFAT Saudi Arabia opens in Riyadh with record 450+ exhibitors, marking the biggest launch in the event’s 60-year history and showcasing environmental innovations supporting Vision 2030.
Snap Inc.’s AR Ramadan Mall Reaches 16.8 Million Users in 2025 Edition
Snap Inc.’s AR Ramadan Mall reached 16.8 million users in its 2025 edition, generating 250 million impressions and marking four consecutive years of culturally inspired AR shopping experiences.
WePlay Social App Reaches Times Square After 800 Million Downloads Milestone
WePlay social app reaches Times Square after surpassing 800 million downloads, revolutionizing social interaction through game-based features and local operations across 15+ regions.
Snap’s AR Ramadan Mall Reaches 16.8 Million Users in 2025
Snap Inc.’s AR Ramadan Mall achieved remarkable success in 2025, reaching 16.8 million users and generating 250 million impressions across the MENA region.
TikTok Ad Awards 2025: GCC’s Most Creative Campaigns Celebrated
TikTok celebrated the most creative campaigns of 2025 at the TikTok Ad Awards in Riyadh, honoring brands that leveraged the platform’s unique tools to build community connections and drive business impact. KFC Arabia’s “Om Bdr – 12th Ingredient” won the top G.O.A.T. award, while campaigns from du, Experience Abu Dhabi, Lux, and Pizza Hut earned recognition across multiple categories.
ICAN 2026 AI Conference: Saudi Arabia’s Roadmap for Youth
The ICAN 2026 AI Conference in Riyadh, organized by SDAIA, aims to empower Saudi youth and redefine the labor market through advanced data and artificial intelligence technologies.
Gulfood Startups 2026 Launches as Global Gateway for Food Innovation
Gulfood 2026 launches Gulfood Startups, a dedicated platform connecting food-tech innovators with global investors and markets. The initiative features a USD 135,000 startup challenge and positions Dubai as the global headquarters for food innovation.
ICAN 2026 AI Conference Features Workshops from Global Tech Giants
SDAIA announces ICAN 2026, featuring workshops from Google Cloud, IBM, AWS, Stanford University, and 50 global organizations. The conference runs January 28-29 in Riyadh, focusing on AI capacity building and practical applications.
Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi Launches AR Experience with Snap Inc.
Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi partners with Snap Inc. to launch immersive augmented reality experiences that bring 13.8 billion years of natural history to life through Snapchat’s AR technology and next-generation Spectacles.