Saudi Arabia
Fintech XSquare Closes Pre-Seed Round to Enter Saudi B2B Payments Market
XSquare has raised a pre-Seed investment round from Raed Ventures, 500 Global, and Oraseya Capital to launch B2B payment operations in Saudi Arabia.
Saudi Communications Minister Meets Riot Games CEO in Paris to Discuss Gaming Sector Growth
Saudi Minister Eng. Abdullah Alswaha met with Riot Games CEO Dylan Jadeja in Paris to discuss game development and expanding player experiences.
Tuwaiq Academy and Google for Education Launch ALBUS Initiative in Saudi Arabia
Tuwaiq Academy and Google for Education launched the ALBUS initiative to integrate AI and Chromebooks across 10 technical schools for gifted students in Saudi Arabia.
Ericsson Presents 5G Advanced and AI Network Solutions at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh
Ericsson will showcase 5G Advanced, AI automation, and mission-critical connectivity at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh from August 31 to September 3.
HONOR Launches HONOR Pad 20 Tablet in Saudi Arabia
HONOR has released the HONOR Pad 20 in Saudi Arabia, featuring a 12.1-inch 3K display, a 10,100mAh battery, and Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 processing.
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ACWA Power Signs Battery Storage Contracts with Saudi Power Procurement
ACWA Power signed agreements with the Saudi Power Procurement Company to develop three battery storage facilities with 2,000 MWh capacity each.
Saudi Passports Outlines 23 Services Available for Absher Electronic Delegation
Saudi Passports has outlined 23 government services available for electronic delegation through the Absher platform, covering visas, IDs, and permits.
SDAIA Highlights Role of Systematic Risk Management in Responsible AI
SDAIA emphasized the importance of continuous risk management to support responsible AI deployment during Saudi Arabia’s Year of AI initiatives.
SDAIA Honors GAMI for Distinguished Data Management Compliance
SDAIA honored GAMI for distinguished data management compliance and governance standards, reflecting commitment to international data handling practices.
Saudi Arabia Records 124% AI Spending Growth as Enterprise Investment Surges
Saudi Arabia recorded 124% growth in enterprise AI spending according to ServiceNow data, as organizations advance digital maturity and infrastructure modernization.
Huawei Expands Customer Support Model and AppGallery Services in Saudi Arabia
Huawei has upgraded its service operations and AppGallery support in Saudi Arabia, offering free monthly maintenance and postal repairs.
Saudi AI Spending Surges 124 Percent as Governance Defines Value Realization
Saudi organizations expanded AI spending by 124% year-on-year, though operational and data governance gaps remain critical barriers to scaling value.
Humain to Unveil Specialized Laptop Built for Artificial Intelligence Agents
Humain developed a specialized laptop with Qualcomm to run AI agents locally. The device will debut at the upcoming LEAP conference in Riyadh.
SDAIA Academy Trains Over 500 Specialists in Data Engineering and AI
SDAIA Academy has trained more than 500 specialists in modern data engineering, lakehouse architectures, and advanced artificial intelligence applications.
Saudi Arabia Approves Naver Digital Twin Platform as National Standard for Municipalities
Saudi Arabia approved Naver’s digital twin platform as the national standard for municipal planning and infrastructure management across the Kingdom.
SDAIA Academy Qualifies Over 500 Specialists in Advanced Data Engineering for AI
SDAIA Academy has qualified over 500 specialists in advanced data engineering to support national digital transformation and artificial intelligence infrastructure.
SNB Group Introduces World Legend Mastercard for Private Banking
SNB Group has partnered with Mastercard to launch the first World Legend Mastercard in the MENA region, offering private banking clients exclusive travel and lifestyle benefits.
HONOR Launches 13-Inch Pad X9b Max Tablet in Saudi Arabia
HONOR has released the HONOR Pad X9b Max in Saudi Arabia featuring a 13-inch 120Hz screen, 10100mAh battery, and prices starting from 999 SAR.
AliExpress Highlights Six Device Upgrades for Back-to-School Season in Saudi Arabia
AliExpress features six hardware upgrades during its Back-to-School Sale in Saudi Arabia, covering audio gear, laptop storage, and portable devices.
SDAIA Forum Examines Impact of Generative AI on Creative Production
SDAIA hosted an open forum in Riyadh to discuss the growing role of generative AI in creative content and artistic production.
Microsoft Arabia President Outlines Strategic AI Priorities for Saudi Arabia
Microsoft Arabia President Ayman Al-Ghamdi outlines the company’s strategic priorities to transition Saudi organizations from AI experimentation to practical business outcomes.
NCA Launches Second Edition of Back to School Cybersecurity Campaign
The National Cybersecurity Authority, in partnership with the Ministry of Education, has launched the second edition of its school safety campaign to protect students and parents.