Saudi Arabia

SDAIA Launches National AI Index to Measure Government Maturity
SDAIA has launched the National AI Index to evaluate government maturity in technology adoption and support responsible institutional deployment.

Study Links Trustworthy AI Practices to Higher Returns on Investment
A study by SAS and IDC shows organizations using trustworthy AI practices are 15 times more likely to achieve strong returns on their technology investments.

BCG Expands Riyadh Office to Support Saudi Growth and Transformation
BCG has expanded its Riyadh office to accommodate more staff and deliver implementation services across Saudi public and private sectors.

Hot Wheels E-Karting Opens at SEVEN Tabuk with Multi-Level Electric Tracks
SEVEN Tabuk has officially opened Hot Wheels E-Karting in partnership with Mattel, featuring multi-level electric racing tracks for all age groups.

LG Launches Wireless OLED evo W6 Wallpaper TV in Saudi Arabia
LG Electronics launched the OLED evo W6 Wallpaper TV in Saudi Arabia, featuring a 9mm wireless design and the alpha 11 AI Processor Gen3.

Board of Grievances Explores AI Integration in Judicial System
Saudi Arabia’s Board of Grievances hosted an academic workshop with Case Western Reserve University to examine AI applications and judicial ethics in legal systems.

HONOR Watch 6 Smartwatch Launches in Saudi Arabia With 35-Day Battery Life
HONOR has released the HONOR Watch 6 in Saudi Arabia, featuring up to 35 days of battery life, 123 sports modes, and health monitoring tools starting at 549 SAR.

Salam and Dell Technologies Partner on Cloud and Edge AI Solutions
Salam and Dell Technologies have signed an agreement at LEAP 2026 to expand enterprise cloud infrastructure and edge computing solutions in Saudi Arabia.

Desert Technologies Expands AI Integration Across Clean Energy Operations
Desert Technologies accelerates artificial intelligence adoption across engineering, solar asset maintenance, and internal software development in Saudi Arabia.

LEAP 2026 Concludes in Riyadh with $15 Billion in Technology Deals
LEAP 2026 wrapped up in Riyadh after securing nearly $15 billion in technology deals. The event highlighted major expansions in artificial intelligence, digital healthcare, and travel platforms.

Money20/20 Launches RiseUp Middle East to Support Women in Finance
Money20/20 Middle East launched the RiseUp programme in Riyadh to support 30 senior women leaders shaping financial technology and services.

SAL and Huawei Sign Agreement to Develop Smart Logistics in Saudi Arabia
SAL and Huawei signed an MoU to explore digital transformation, 5G integration, and inventory hub development for logistics in Saudi Arabia.

Saudi Arabia Introduces Triad Support for Tech Startups to Expand Globally
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Communications launched a three-pillar initiative providing computing infrastructure, capital, and customer access for technology companies.

Mastercard Expands SME Platform and Business Tools Across Saudi Arabia
Mastercard expands its Built Small Moving Strong platform with new business cards, commercial discounts, and SME research across Saudi Arabia.

IDC Study Shows AI Data Growth Reshapes Storage Economics
A global IDC survey shows that 94.7% of organizations are expanding data storage due to AI, altering long-term infrastructure investment strategies.

Mindware Appointed Value-Added Distributor for Veeam Across Regional Markets
Mindware has partnered with Veeam Software as a value-added distributor across the Middle East, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Egypt, and Libya.

SRC Awards Magrabi Health Global Ophthalmology Network Accreditation
Magrabi Health has earned the Network of Excellence in Ophthalmology accreditation from the Surgical Review Corporation.

Epson Opens MENA Regional Headquarters in Riyadh to Drive Regional Growth
Epson has established its MENA Regional Headquarters in Riyadh, expanding its commercial operations and technical services across Saudi Arabia.

Saudi ICT Deals Surge With Massive Data Center and VC Investments
A weekly roundup of major Saudi ICT deals, featuring $15B at LEAP 2026, HUMAIN’s new $10B venture fund, and massive national data center expansions.

iCaur Alghanim Opens New Automotive Showroom in Jeddah
iCaur Alghanim has opened its new showroom in Jeddah, marking the automotive brand’s official market entry into the Western Region of Saudi Arabia.

Sony Introduces FE 8-14mm F3.5 Fisheye G Zoom Lens in Saudi Arabia
Sony has launched the FE 8-14mm F3.5 Fisheye G lens in Saudi Arabia, priced at SAR 6,599 with availability starting in mid-October.

Fluke Innovation Day Highlights Industrial Reliability in Saudi Arabia
Fluke Corporation hosted industrial leaders in Al Khobar to showcase diagnostic and measurement technologies for large-scale operations in Saudi Arabia.
