Digital Transformation

Saudi IT Leader Warns AI Adoption Outpaces Security Frameworks
A Saudi IT leader warns that rapid AI integration is outpacing cybersecurity frameworks, creating significant security vulnerabilities for organizations.

Saudi Arabia Launches Digital Platform to Automate 85,000 Mosques
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Islamic Affairs has launched a digital platform to automate services across 85,000 mosques, improving administrative oversight and field monitoring.

IBS Expands Digital Transaction Footprint Across Middle East
Infinite Business Solutions expands its digital transaction footprint across ten countries, with Saudi Arabia serving as its largest regional market.

Data Breach Cost in Saudi Arabia Reaches SAR 27 Million in 2026
The average data breach cost in Saudi Arabia reached SAR 27 million in 2026, with financial services facing the highest expenses.

Mannai Information Technology Opens New Riyadh Headquarters to Support Digital Economy
Mannai Information Technology Saudi Arabia has established its new regional headquarters in Riyadh to support local digital transformation and cybersecurity initiatives.

BHM Capital Launches New AI and Consulting Department
BHM Capital has established a new Consulting & AI-Enablement Department to provide specialized artificial intelligence advisory services to corporate and government clients.

Nuclear Authority Launches Uboor Digital Platform for Transit Permits
Saudi Arabia’s Nuclear and Radiological Regulatory Authority has launched a new digital system to automate transit permits for radioactive materials.

Saudi Arabia Builds Strongest AI Infrastructure to Connect East and West
Saudi Arabia is building its strongest AI infrastructure to connect the East and West, supporting the goals of Vision 2030.

Saudi Arabia Hosts 60+ Data Centers to Boost AI Position
Saudi Arabia has established over 60 data centers with investments exceeding $4.27 billion to strengthen its global position in artificial intelligence.

Ernst & Young Report Shows AI Reshaping Gulf Economies
A new Ernst & Young report highlights how artificial intelligence is reshaping Gulf economies by driving growth and innovation across the region.

Ernst & Young Report Shows AI Reshaping Gulf Economies
A new Ernst & Young report highlights how artificial intelligence is reshaping Gulf economies by driving growth and innovation across the region.

Al-Ghamdi Appointed to Lead Microsoft Arabia Ahead of Cloud Region Launch
Al-Ghamdi takes the helm at Microsoft Arabia as the company prepares to launch its dedicated cloud region in Saudi Arabia, expanding local digital services.

ACCIONA Deploys Plant Management System to Digitalise Desalination Assets
ACCIONA has deployed the Plant Management System to centralise operational data and improve efficiency across its desalination plants.

Saudi Arabia Launches National Qualifications Framework for Future Skills
Saudi Arabia has launched the National Qualifications Framework to develop digital and technical skills, supporting Vision 2030 and digital transformation.

Yanbu Cement Partners with Mastek to Modernize Production and Dispatch Operations
Yanbu Cement Company has partnered with Mastek to modernize its production and dispatch operations using Industrial IoT and Oracle Cloud ERP.

Hajj Data Center Completes 100% Cloud Migration
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has completed the 100% migration of its data center to a cloud-based infrastructure to support over 20 million pilgrims.

Kingston Highlights Industrial Memory Solutions for Middle East Digitalization
Kingston Technology has highlighted its latest industrial memory solutions designed to support the expanding digital infrastructure across the Middle East.

Bold Influence and MAZ NEXA Sign Strategic Digital and Communications MoU
Bold Influence and MAZ NEXA have signed a strategic MoU in Riyadh to deliver integrated communications and digital transformation services.

PMI Report Reveals 81% of Professionals Face Rising Project Complexity
A new PMI report reveals that 81% of project professionals face rising complexity, with successful teams being five times more likely to deliver projects effectively.

Air Cargo Digitalization Faces Unique Operational Challenges Despite Global Progress
Air cargo digitalization continues to face unique operational complexities, though global initiatives like IATA’s ONE Record are driving steady progress.

Arab Private Sector Faces Digital Shift Driven by Artificial Intelligence
The Arab private sector is undergoing a major digital shift driven by artificial intelligence, according to a recent seminar in Cairo.

Saudi Arabia Joins Open Geospatial Consortium as First Strategic Partner Outside US and EU
Saudi Arabia has become the first strategic partner from outside the US and EU to join the Open Geospatial Consortium, marking a major step in global geospatial data governance.
