Saudi Arabia
LEAP 2026 Opens in Riyadh with Over $15 Billion in Tech Deals
Saudi Arabia opened LEAP 2026 with over $15 billion in technology deals, featuring new AI infrastructure, cloud zones, and autonomous trucking networks.
SBM Showcases Enterprise Solutions and AI Tech at LEAP 2026
Saudi Business Machines presented AI infrastructure, local software tools, and cybersecurity solutions during the LEAP 2026 exhibition in Riyadh.
Microsoft to Launch Data Center Region in Saudi Arabia in November 2026
Microsoft will launch its Saudi Arabia East cloud region in November 2026, delivering local Azure services and projected economic gains.
Saudi Passports Directorate Showcases Contactless E-Gate at LEAP 2026
Saudi Arabia’s General Directorate of Passports presented a touchless e-gate at LEAP 2026, enabling palm-scan border clearance without physical documents.
Adobe and MCIT Expand $4 Billion AI Partnership for Saudi Residents
Adobe, MCIT, and Humain expand their $4 billion partnership to provide 27 million Saudi residents free access to Firefly and Express AI creative software.
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Saudi Arabia Launches AI Center of Excellence Initiative at LEAP 2026
Saudi ministries partnered with Microsoft and Gulf Intelligence to launch the AI Center of Excellence during LEAP 2026 to upskill the national workforce.
EY Study Shows Saudi Arabia Outpaces Global Digital Health and AI Adoption
An EY study presented at LEAP 2026 shows 69% of Saudi consumers consult AI for medical details, leading global digital health metrics.
Publicis Sapient Outlines Shift to Measurable Economic Value at LEAP 2026
Publicis Sapient highlighted at LEAP 2026 that Saudi organizations must transition from AI experimentation to scalable execution that delivers measurable economic value.
AWS to Launch First Cloud Infrastructure Region in Saudi Arabia by December 2026
AWS will launch its first cloud infrastructure region in Saudi Arabia by December 2026, backing a $5.3 billion investment and a 50MW AI Zone with HUMAIN.
Salam and UnifyApps Sign Strategic Agreement to Accelerate Enterprise AI Adoption
Salam and UnifyApps signed an MoU at LEAP 2026 to deliver agentic automation and AI technologies to Saudi government and enterprise organizations.
AMD and HUMAIN Launch AI in a Box for Saudi Enterprises
AMD and HUMAIN have launched AI in a Box to provide turnkey computing hardware for enterprises deploying artificial intelligence in Saudi Arabia.
British Council Opens Applications for Study UK Alumni Awards in Saudi Arabia
The British Council has opened applications for the 13th Study UK Alumni Awards in Saudi Arabia, recognizing international UK graduates across four sectors.
Qatar Airways Resumes Services to Four Saudi Destinations for Winter Season
Qatar Airways is resuming services to Qassim, Taif, Yanbu, and Tabuk, bringing total operations to over 155 weekly flights to Saudi Arabia.
Syrian Tech Sector Marks First Participation at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh
Syria’s communications and technology sector makes its debut at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh, presenting seven startups and exploring bilateral investments.
42Maru Targets Saudi AI Market Through South Korean Agency Support Program
42Maru joins the KOSME support program to deliver on-premise language models and retrieval tools to Saudi government and enterprise sectors.
Korean AI Firms Present Full-Stack Solutions at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh
Korean AI firms are showcasing full-stack artificial intelligence solutions, semiconductors, and digital twin systems at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh.
Saudi Digital Economy Value Reaches SAR 522 Billion as AI Expansion Accelerates
Saudi Arabia’s digital economy reached SAR 522 billion, with tech sector jobs expanding to 410,000 and the Kingdom hosting nine regional unicorn companies.
Adobe CEO Highlights Artificial Intelligence and Digital Creativity at LEAP26
Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen discussed how artificial intelligence shapes digital creativity and modern enterprise software during his keynote address at LEAP26.
Saudi Arabia Expands Fiber Coverage to 5.8 Million Homes
Saudi Arabia has expanded fiber optics coverage to 5.8 million homes, reducing the digital divide to 1% while ranking among the top five globally.
Salam Announces Strategic Sponsorship of LEAP 2026 and Unveils AI Connectivity Solutions
Etihad Salam Telecom Company has announced its strategic sponsorship of LEAP 2026, unveiling its Connectivity+ portfolio and AI solutions in Riyadh.
HONOR Pad 20 Tablet Debuts in Saudi Arabia with 12.1-Inch Display and Desktop Features
HONOR Pad 20 launches in Saudi Arabia with a 12.1-inch 3K display, Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 processor, and PC desktop mode starting at 1599 SAR.
Monsha’at Showcases SME Programs and Innovation Support at LEAP 2026
Monsha’at participates in LEAP 2026 to offer direct consulting, startup gate services, and smart city innovation programs for SMEs in Saudi Arabia.