Saudi Arabia

Takamol Holding Showcases Artificial Intelligence and Smart City Technologies at LEAP 2026
Takamol Holding showcased its digital platforms, smart city systems, and award-winning AI tools at LEAP 2026 as an economic transformation partner in Riyadh.

Vista Data Shows Executive Mobility Shifting Toward Shorter Lead Times in Saudi Arabia
Vista analysis shows booking lead times dropped to 7.1 days in 2026 as Saudi business leaders demand flexible flight options across global markets.

HPE Showcases AI Factory Solutions and Self-Driving Networks at LEAP 2026
HPE will showcase sovereign AI factories, self-driving networks, and Saudi Made initiatives at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh from August 31 to September 3.

Alshaya Group Opens First Chipotle Restaurant in Riyadh
Alshaya Group has opened the first Chipotle restaurant in Saudi Arabia at Sidra in Riyadh, expanding the brand’s GCC presence to 17 locations.

Saudi Ministry of Media to Host Government Press Conference with Communications Minister
The Saudi Ministry of Media hosts a government press conference on August 30, 2026, featuring Communications Minister Abdullah Alswaha to discuss tech updates.

Saudi Industrial Fintech Financing Surges 130% to SR541 Million in H1 2026
Saudi industrial fintech financing climbed 130% to SR541 million in H1 2026 as the number of active digital lenders expanded from three to seven.

CST Publishes Saudi Internet 2025 Report on Digital Public Services
The Saudi Internet 2025 report reveals download statistics for official public applications across the Kingdom, highlighting citizen adoption.

Tencent Cloud Partners with TruKKer in Saudi Arabia Ahead of LEAP 2026
TruKKer will migrate its digital freight platform to Tencent Cloud’s Saudi data centers and deploy CodeBuddy AI tools ahead of LEAP 2026.

Ten Specialized Academies Present Tech Programs at LEAP26
Ten specialized academies participate in LEAP26 under the Future Skills pavilion to showcase training programs in artificial intelligence and technology.

Zain KSA Signs Digital Training Partnership with TVTC Dammam
Zain KSA has signed a cooperation agreement with TVTC Dammam to train and upskill young Saudi talent for digital transformation demands.

Absher Platform Processes Over 50 Million Transactions in July
Saudi Arabia’s Absher platform processed over 50.8 million electronic transactions in July 2026, including 47.8 million for individuals and 2.9 million for businesses.

Saudi Arabia Ranks First Globally in ICT Development Index
Saudi Arabia ranked first globally in the ITU ICT Development Index, according to the 2026 Sustainability Report issued by CST and partners.

Liferay to Present Enterprise AI Hub and Data Platform at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh
Liferay will showcase its AI Hub and Data Platform at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh, focusing on low-code agent management and data governance for Saudi enterprises.

GWM TANK 700 Launches in Saudi Arabia as Official Flagship Off-Road SUV
ADMC introduces the GWM TANK 700 in Saudi Arabia, featuring Nappa leather seating, active noise cancellation, and advanced driver assistance systems.

SDAIA Academy Opens Registration for September AI and Data Programs
SDAIA Academy has opened registration for its September training bootcamps in data science and artificial intelligence.

Saudi Arabia and France Deepen Tech Cooperation With Strategic AI and Infrastructure Agreements
Saudi Arabia and France signed major agreements in Paris covering artificial intelligence, quantum computing, Riyadh Metro expansion, and international investments.

Pasqal and Eleven Ventures Form Joint Venture in Saudi Arabia
Pasqal and Eleven Ventures have created Pasqal Arabia to deploy neutral-atom quantum computing systems across Saudi Arabia and the MENA region.

SDAIA Announces Strategic Sponsorship for LEAP 2026 and DeepFest Partnership
SDAIA will serve as strategic sponsor for LEAP 2026 and principal partner for DeepFest in Riyadh, showcasing national data initiatives and AI solutions.

Saudi Digital Economy Prioritises Operational Resilience for Critical Systems
Saudi Arabia’s digital economy accounts for 15 percent of GDP, driving enterprises to prioritise operational resilience and hybrid cloud systems.

Mindware to Showcase Enterprise AI and Cloud Solutions at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh
Mindware announces its participation at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh, presenting enterprise AI, cloud, cybersecurity, and intelligent infrastructure solutions.

Saudi Communications Minister and Thales Leadership Discuss AI Application Security in Paris
Saudi Communications Minister Eng. Abdullah Alswaha met Thales CEO Patrice Caine in Paris to discuss AI application security and data protection standards.

Mawhiba Opens Registration for 2026 World Robot Olympiad in Saudi Arabia
Mawhiba has opened registration for the 2026 World Robot Olympiad, inviting Saudi youth aged 8 to 22 to compete under the theme Robotics and Culture.
