Digital Transformation

Saudi Arabia Matches Global AI Leaders as 40% of Organizations Reach Advanced AI Maturity
Saudi Arabia achieves 40% AI Leaders classification, matching global benchmarks with strategic investments in AI infrastructure and enterprise-wide implementation.

Saudi Aramco and Microsoft Sign MoU to Accelerate AI Adoption in Industrial Sector
Saudi Aramco and Microsoft sign strategic MoU to accelerate AI adoption in the industrial sector, enhance digital capabilities, and develop workforce skills across Saudi Arabia.

Gulf Business Machines Strengthens Leadership Team With Two Senior Appointments
Gulf Business Machines announces two senior leadership appointments with Dr. Feras Al Jabi as General Manager of Technology and Bassam Rached as General Manager of GBM Abu Dhabi.

stc group Showcases Localization Leadership at PIF Private Sector Forum 2026
stc group signed five strategic agreements at PIF Private Sector Forum 2026 to enhance Saudi capabilities across digital infrastructure, telecom manufacturing, and sustainability while celebrating Partner Development Program graduates.

Nintex Appoints Samir Akel as Regional Vice President for Emerging Markets
Nintex appoints Samir Akel as Regional Vice President for Emerging Markets, overseeing Middle East, Africa, and Eastern Europe operations to drive digital transformation.

DXC Technology Completes Enterprise-Wide Amazon Quick Deployment Across 115,000 Employees
DXC Technology completes enterprise-wide Amazon Quick deployment across 115,000 employees in 70 countries and launches new practice to help organizations accelerate AI adoption at scale.

Gartner Advisory Council Members Explore Saudi Arabia’s AI and Digital Transformation Journey
Gartner Advisory Council members visited Saudi Arabia to explore the Kingdom’s pioneering achievements in data, AI, and digital transformation, meeting with SDAIA and touring key technology institutions.

AI in Saudi Arabia Reaches Tipping Point as Banks Shift from Testing to Full Implementation
Financial institutions in Saudi Arabia have reached a decisive AI tipping point, with 99% now using or planning to use artificial intelligence across core banking operations.

Digital Cooperation Organization Concludes Fifth General Assembly with Kuwait Declaration on Responsible AI
DCO concludes its fifth General Assembly in Kuwait with the adoption of the Kuwait Declaration on Responsible AI, marking significant progress in global digital cooperation and governance.

Saudi Minister Highlights AI and Youth as Pillars for Smart Sustainable Cities Development
Saudi Minister of Municipalities and Housing emphasizes AI and youth as fundamental pillars for developing smart sustainable cities aligned with Vision 2030.

Digital Cooperation Organization Concludes Fifth General Assembly with Kuwait Declaration on Responsible AI
The Digital Cooperation Organization concluded its fifth General Assembly in Kuwait, adopting the Kuwait Declaration on Responsible AI and setting concrete actions for inclusive digital transformation.

92% of Saudi Organizations Expand AI Privacy Programs to Scale Responsibly
Cisco’s 2026 study reveals 92% of Saudi organizations expand AI Privacy Programs to scale responsibly, investing heavily in governance frameworks and data quality.

stc Group Showcases Digital Media Solutions Portfolio at Saudi Media Forum 2026
stc Group showcases comprehensive digital media solutions at Saudi Media Forum 2026, featuring 5G technology, content protection, and smart advertising platforms.

Saudi Arabia Launches SMAI2 Initiative to Empower 11 Ministries in AI and Data
Saudi Arabia launches SMAI2 Initiative involving 11 ministries to empower government workforce with AI and data capabilities, building on the success of SMAI1 which trained over 1.1 million citizens.

IKEA Saudi Arabia Partners with HITEK AI for Advanced Safety Platform Deployment
IKEA Saudi Arabia signs three-year agreement with HITEK AI to deploy SAFETEK digital platform, advancing HSSE governance across Kingdom and Bahrain operations.

EY Studio+ Launches in MENA to Transform Customer Experience with AI
EY launches Studio+ in MENA with plans to grow team by 500% by 2030, combining AI-powered technology and human-centered design to transform customer experiences across the region.

QNB Group Leads Digital Transformation Qatar Banking Sector at Web Summit 2026
QNB Group leads Digital Transformation Qatar as Lead Sponsor of Web Summit Qatar 2026, leveraging cloud and AI technologies to reshape banking and support Qatar National Vision 2030.

Mobily Concludes Successful Participation at Davos WEF 2026 Showcasing Saudi Digital Leadership
Mobily concluded its participation at Davos WEF 2026, showcasing Saudi Arabia’s digital maturity and AI-driven transformation. CEO Eng. Nezar Banabeela highlighted practical AI applications and strategic infrastructure investments.

Cisco 360 Partner Program Launches to Accelerate AI Transformation for Businesses
Cisco launches its new 360 Partner Program after 15 months of co-design, offering partners clearer incentives and tools to deliver AI-ready solutions to customers.

IBM Enterprise Advantage Launches to Scale Agentic AI for Businesses
IBM launches Enterprise Advantage, a first-of-its-kind consulting service that helps businesses build and scale their own AI platforms using proven tools and expertise.

Saudi Minister of Industry Explores Advanced Manufacturing Cooperation with Global Companies at Davos 2026
Saudi Minister of Industry holds strategic meetings at Davos 2026 to explore advanced manufacturing partnerships with Siemens, Ezz Steel, and Agility.

Mobile App Development GCC: Trango Tech Expands Across UAE and Saudi Arabia
Trango Tech expands mobile app development services across the GCC with dedicated teams in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam. The company delivers secure, scalable mobile solutions for startups, SMEs, and enterprises across key industries.
