Saudi Arabia

Survey Reveals Shadow IT Risks Leave Saudi Organizations Vulnerable to Cyberattacks
Kaspersky survey finds 45% of Saudi professionals view cybersecurity policies as excessive, while 25% install software without IT oversight, exposing organizations to significant security risks.

Saudi Business Leader Mohammed Abudawood Appointed Chairman of Merit Incentives Group
Saudi business tycoon Mohammed Abudawood joins Merit Incentives Group as Chairman, bringing three decades of experience in trading, manufacturing, and international ventures to lead the global engagement technology company.

Cisco Launches Sovereign Critical Infrastructure Portfolio Across EMEA Region
Cisco launches Sovereign Critical Infrastructure portfolio across EMEA, enabling organizations in Saudi Arabia and the region to maintain control over data and critical digital infrastructure while adopting AI technologies.

stc Extends Netflix Partnership to Offer Streaming Bundle for Baity Fiber Customers
stc group extended its Netflix partnership to offer complimentary streaming access to Baity fiber customers. The bundle consolidates multiple services into a single platform with unified billing.

World Economic Forum Names Two Saudi CEOs to 2026 Young Global Leaders Class
The World Economic Forum has named two Saudi CEOs to its 2026 Young Global Leaders class, recognizing their contributions to innovation and regional business development.

LG PuriCare AeroMini Compact Air Purifier Launches in Saudi Arabia
LG Electronics launches the compact PuriCare AeroMini air purifier in Saudi Arabia, featuring 360-degree purification, 26dB quiet operation, and smart app control.

Sony INZONE H6 Air Gaming Headset Launches in Saudi Arabia
Sony launches the INZONE H6 Air open-back gaming headset in Saudi Arabia, featuring lightweight aluminum construction and spatial audio tuning. New Fnatic Edition peripherals and Glass Purple INZONE Buds also arrive in the region.

Cisco Wireless Report: Saudi Organizations Face AI Complexity Despite Strong Network Returns
Cisco’s inaugural State of Wireless Report finds that 83% of Saudi organizations report better customer engagement from wireless investment, while 84% faced a security incident in the past year.

Middle East Gaming Market Hits $2.52 Billion as Video Games Outpace Streaming and Music
Video games spending across Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Egypt reached USD 2.52 billion in 2024, outpacing streaming and music combined. Egypt leads by volume while Saudi Arabia records the region’s highest average revenue per user.

SuperPark Opens Second Riyadh Location at Abyat Plaza with 35+ Activities
SuperPark is opening its second Riyadh park at Abyat Plaza on Al Khurais Road, offering 35+ activities for all ages with a public soft launch starting April 24, 2026.

HONOR 600 Lite Goes on Sale in Saudi Arabia with 108MP Camera and 6520mAh Battery
HONOR has launched the HONOR 600 Lite in Saudi Arabia at 1,299 SAR, featuring a vacuum-forged aluminum frame, 108MP camera, and a 6520mAh battery with 48-hour endurance certification.

Cisco Saudi Arabia Appoints Bader Almadi as Vice President to Lead Strategy and Operations
Cisco has named Bader Almadi as Vice President for Saudi Arabia, tasking him with leading strategy and commercial operations in the Kingdom. Almadi brings over 20 years of technology leadership experience, including senior roles at Google Cloud, Dell Technologies, and Oracle.

HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro Launches in Saudi Arabia at 3,699 SAR with AI Camera Features
The HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro goes on pre-order in Saudi Arabia on April 1, 2026, at 3,699 SAR, featuring a True-to-Color Camera System, IP68/IP69 ratings, and multiple AI photography tools.

Careem Ramadan Trends 2026: Grocery Orders Triple at Suhoor, Bike Riders Cut 40 Tons of CO2
Careem released Ramadan 2026 usage data showing grocery orders tripled at Suhoor, one DineOut user saved SAR 2,388, and Medina bike riders removed 40.76 tons of CO2.

SDAIA Issues Guidelines for Saudi Arabia’s Year of Artificial Intelligence 2026
SDAIA issued comprehensive guidelines on March 26, 2026, to coordinate national efforts for the Year of Artificial Intelligence 2026, following Cabinet approval on March 10.

Trip.com Partners with Checkout.com to Streamline Global Travel Payments
Trip.com and Checkout.com have formed a strategic partnership to improve digital payment performance across Saudi Arabia, Japan, the UK, and North America. The deal targets faster transactions and higher acceptance rates for global travelers.

Gensler AI Workplace Research: Saudi Employees Spend 52% of Work Week in Office
Gensler’s Global Workplace Survey 2026 finds Saudi employees spend 52% of their work week in the office, while AI users dedicate more time to collaboration and learning than their peers.

HONOR 600 Lite Teased in Saudi Arabia With 108MP Camera and 6520mAh Battery
HONOR has teased the upcoming HONOR 600 Lite in Saudi Arabia, featuring a 108MP AI camera, a 6520mAh battery, and an ultra-slim metal body with a 6.6-inch display.

Saudi Photographer Khalid Alsabt Wins Sony World Photography Awards 2026 Landscape Category
Saudi photographer Khalid Alsabt has won the landscape category of the Sony World Photography Awards 2026 Open Competition for his image captured near AlUla. The annual exhibition opens at Somerset House, London, from April 17 to May 4, 2026.

Fairmont Riyadh Hosts Female Leadership Panel on International Women’s Day
Fairmont Riyadh hosted a female leadership panel on March 8, 2026, in collaboration with Alnahda Society, Art of Heritage, and Saut: The Voice of Down Syndrome Society. The event featured three prominent Saudi women leaders discussing entrepreneurship, cultural preservation, and community advocacy.

Supply Chain Attacks Top Cyber Threats Facing Businesses Globally and in Saudi Arabia
Supply chain attacks affected 31% of enterprises globally and 30% in Saudi Arabia over the past 12 months, topping all other cyberthreat categories in a new Kaspersky study.

LG WashTower Launches in Saudi Arabia with AI Wash and Dry Technology
LG Electronics launched the WashTower in Saudi Arabia on March 15, 2026, combining AI-powered washing and drying in one vertically stacked unit. The appliance targets larger Saudi households with features including AI Wash, AI Dry, and TurboWash360.
