Artificial Intelligence
xAI Releases Grok Build 0.1 Coding Model in Public Beta
xAI has launched its Grok Build 0.1 coding model in public beta, offering high-speed code generation and low-cost API access for developers.
Xiaomi Permanently Reduces MiMo API Pricing by Up to 99 Percent
Xiaomi has permanently reduced its MiMo-V2.5 Series API pricing by up to 99% and upgraded its token plans to offer more value to developers.
Humain and Accenture Partner to Accelerate AI Adoption in Saudi Arabia
Humain and Accenture have partnered to accelerate artificial intelligence adoption across Saudi Arabian government and enterprise sectors, spanning from pilot to production.
Google I/O 2026: Gemini Omni, AI Search, and Gemini 3.5 Flash Unveiled
Google I/O 2026 introduced Gemini Omni, an AI model for video creation, a revamped AI Search box, and the faster Gemini 3.5 Flash, with many updates rolling out to the Arab World.
Digital Entrepreneurship Council Discusses Technology for Hajj and Umrah Services
The Digital Entrepreneurship Council hosted Saudi ministers and entrepreneurs to discuss AI and digital solutions for improving Hajj and Umrah services.
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China Launches Offshore Underwater Data Center Powered by Wind
China’s first commercial underwater data center, powered by offshore wind and cooled by seawater, has begun operations 30 feet beneath the East China Sea.
Qiddiya and Google Cloud Partner to Power Saudi Entertainment Megacity with AI
Qiddiya Investment Company and Google Cloud have expanded their partnership to power one of the world’s largest entertainment projects using artificial intelligence and cloud technology.
UiPath Integrates Coding Agents into Enterprise Automation Platform
UiPath launches platform-wide integration for coding agents, enabling enterprises to deploy AI-generated automations with built-in governance and orchestration across departments.
Nokia and AWS Launch Agentic AI Network Slicing for 5G-Advanced with du and Orange
Nokia and AWS unveiled the first agentic AI-powered 5G-Advanced network slicing solution, with du and Orange set to demonstrate the technology at MWC26 Barcelona.
Phoenix Group Partners with DC Max on $8 Billion European AI Data Center Platform
Abu Dhabi-based Phoenix Group partners with DC Max to develop an 18MW AI data center in Lyon, France, launching a $8 billion European expansion platform targeting over 1GW of capacity.
AMD Announces Advancing AI 2026 Event in San Francisco
AMD will host Advancing AI 2026, its flagship global AI event, on July 23 in San Francisco. The in-person and livestreamed event will showcase AMD’s end-to-end AI solutions for developers, customers and enterprise leaders.
Saudi Arabia Launches Free AI and Cloud Computing Training Program for 20,000 Professionals
Saudi Arabia and Amazon Web Services launched a free online training program targeting 20,000 professionals in artificial intelligence and cloud computing, supporting national digital workforce development under Vision 2030.
OpenAI and AWS Launch Bedrock Managed Agents for Enterprise AI Workflows
OpenAI and AWS unveiled Bedrock Managed Agents, integrating frontier models with enterprise-grade runtime controls for cloud-based AI agent deployment. The managed service eliminates custom engineering for enterprises building autonomous workflows within AWS infrastructure.
Study Reveals Growing AI Interest Among Children in Middle East
Kaspersky research reveals that AI interest children is growing rapidly, with AI-related apps accounting for a quarter of children’s Google searches in the Middle East, as artificial intelligence tools become central to young people’s digital lives alongside social media and streaming platforms.
CargoTech Uses AI and Real-Time Data to Help Air Cargo Companies Navigate Middle East Crisis
CargoTech member companies are deploying AI-powered tools to help air cargo firms manage Middle East disruptions through real-time data access and scenario planning capabilities.
Bosch Strategy 2030 Targets Growth Through Innovation and Cost Competitiveness
Bosch Strategy 2030 positions the company for profitable growth through innovation investments in sensor technology, artificial intelligence, and electromobility while improving cost competitiveness. The company projects 2026 sales growth of 2–5 percent with EBIT margins of 4–6 percent.
Open Accelerator Joins Google for Startups Cloud Program
The Open Accelerator partners with Google for Startups Cloud Program to provide early-stage AI founders access to cloud credits, expert training, and enterprise-grade resources. The initiative aims to transform prototypes into production-ready, secure, and compliant solutions.
Saudi Government Agencies Exceed 76% Adoption of Emerging Technologies
Saudi government agencies have achieved 76.04% readiness in emerging technologies adoption, driven by active deployment across 54 entities. The Digital Government Authority reports significant progress in research, communication, and integration capabilities.
Demis Hassabis Says One or Two Breakthroughs Stand Between Humanity and AGI
Google DeepMind chief Demis Hassabis stated that one or two technical breakthroughs separate humanity from artificial general intelligence, marking a rare definitive statement on AGI timeline.
Tesla $25 billion spending surge to expand beyond electric vehicles
Tesla $25 billion spending plan announced by CEO Elon Musk for 2026, shifting the company’s focus toward robotics, autonomous vehicles, and artificial intelligence chip development. The investment marks a departure from Tesla’s historically lean spending approach.
Saudi Arabia Presents AI Governance Model at UN Commission on Science and Technology
Saudi Arabia’s AI authority presented its governance model at a UN commission in Geneva, outlining the Kingdom’s approach to regulating artificial intelligence and building reliable systems.
OpenAI Releases GPT-5.5, New AI Model for Complex Work Tasks
OpenAI released GPT-5.5 on April 23, 2026, a new AI model designed for complex work tasks with improved reasoning and autonomy. The model matches previous generation speed while delivering higher intelligence and greater token efficiency.