Saudi Vision 2030
HPE Powers Red Sea Global’s Luxury Resort Expansion with AI-Native Networking
HPE deploys self-driving AI-native network infrastructure for Red Sea Global’s luxury resort expansion, supporting $8.79 billion in economic contribution and 120,000 jobs aligned with Vision 2030 objectives.
Saudi Arabia’s Top 100 Brands Reach $131.9 Billion in Value
Saudi Arabia top brands combined for USD 131.9 billion in value, a 13% annual increase, with Aramco, stc, and Al Rajhi Bank leading across sectors.
Cisco Powers Qiddiya’s New Smart Office Headquarters in Riyadh
Cisco technology powers Qiddiya Investment Company’s new smart office in Riyadh, featuring advanced networking, collaboration tools, and IoT sensors designed to create an efficient, human-centric workspace.
Saudi Arabia Ranks First Globally in Digital Readiness Index 2025
Saudi Arabia topped the Digital Readiness Index 2025, scoring 94 out of 100 points and surpassing nations like Finland and Germany. The achievement reflects coordinated national efforts in building advanced digital infrastructure and governance frameworks.
Saudi Government Launches Digital Transformation Index 2026
Saudi Arabia’s Digital Government Authority introduces the 2026 Digital Transformation Index, a measurement framework enabling government agencies to enhance operational efficiency and service quality.
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McDonald’s Saudi Arabia Contributed SAR 3.6 Billion to GDP in One Year
Oxford Economics report reveals McDonald’s Saudi Arabia economic impact generated SAR 3.6 billion in GDP contributions and supported 22,500 jobs from April 2024 to March 2025, demonstrating significant economic multiplier effects across sectors.
Saudi Arabia Presents AI Governance Model at UN Commission on Science and Technology
Saudi Arabia’s AI authority presented its governance model at a UN commission in Geneva, outlining the Kingdom’s approach to regulating artificial intelligence and building reliable systems.
LG Electronics Partners With Green Riyadh to Support Saudi Environmental Goals
LG Electronics partners with Green Riyadh on Earth Day 2026, supporting Saudi Vision 2030’s environmental goals through tree-planting initiatives and energy-efficient technology contributions.
Saudi Government Agencies Boost Emerging Technologies Adoption to 76.04%
Saudi government agencies increased emerging technologies adoption readiness to 76.04% in 2026, up from 74.69% in 2025, with 54 agencies participating in the Digital Government Authority’s latest assessment.
King Saud University Showcases Four Medical Patents at Innovation Exhibition
King Saud University displayed four medical patents during its World Creativity and Innovation Day exhibition, including innovations in medical bandages, dental crowns, implant research, and anesthesia tools.
Saudi Arabia Launches Digital Transformation Index 2026 for Government Entities
Saudi Arabia’s Digital Government Authority launched the Digital Transformation Index 2026 to help government entities improve digital performance and service quality, with 2,800 specialists from 249 entities participating in the initial workshop.
Saudi Arabia Ranks First Globally in AI Security and Women’s Empowerment
Saudi Arabia AI ranking shows the Kingdom achieved top global rankings in AI security, privacy, and women’s empowerment, with over 80% of employees using AI regularly compared to the global average of 58%.
Kodamai Launches Mathematically Verified AI Agent Platform, Signs First Mills as First Customer
Kodamai has launched a mathematically verified AI agent platform and signed First Mills as its first enterprise customer in Saudi Arabia, deploying across four production facilities.
Saudi Ministry of Finance Activates Financial Control Law and Releases Implementing Regulations
Saudi Arabia’s Financial Control Law entered into force on December 1, 2025, replacing the Financial Representatives Law. The Ministry of Finance has also issued implementing regulations covering four oversight approaches for government entities.
Saudi Women Empowerment Reaches New Milestones in 2025, Observatory Director Says
Saudi women’s labor force participation reached 34.2% in 2025, with women-owned enterprises numbering 774,123 and representing 43.8% of all registered businesses in the Kingdom.
Saudi Arabia Runs Hajj Transport Simulation with 3,000 Buses and 1.2 Million Virtual Pilgrims
The General Transport Center ran a virtual Hajj transport simulation with 3,000 buses and 1.2 million virtual pilgrims, testing readiness for the 1447 AH season.
Neo Space Group and Saudia Airlines Launch Free High-Speed In-Flight Internet Across the Fleet
Neo Space Group and Saudia Airlines have launched free high-speed in-flight internet across Saudia’s fleet, using the NSG Skywaves® system powered by SES Open Orbits™ multi-orbit satellite technology.
Lenovo Opens Regional Headquarters for Middle East, Turkey, and Africa in Riyadh
Lenovo officially opened its META regional headquarters in Riyadh on April 12, 2026, attended by Saudi Minister of Investment Fahd Al-Seif and senior officials. The move supports Vision 2030 goals and complements existing manufacturing and R&D investments in the Kingdom.
Saudi Arabia Showcases Digital Transformation and AI Achievements at World Bank Event in Washington
SDAIA and the Digital Government Authority organized the Saudi Day of Digital Transformation and AI at the World Bank headquarters in Washington, presenting the Kingdom’s global rankings and national platform achievements.
SDAIA Joins Global Privacy Assembly, Expanding Saudi Arabia’s Role in International Data Protection
Saudi Arabia’s SDAIA has joined the Global Privacy Assembly, gaining a seat at the table in international personal data protection discussions. The move coincides with the Kingdom’s Year of Artificial Intelligence 2026.
AI in Media Conference Day Two: Saudi Experts Call for New Business Models and Digital Verification Skills
The second day of the 10th International Conference on AI in Media in Riyadh featured six sessions on automation, deepfakes, and digital verification. Speakers called for new business models aligned with Vision 2030.
SADAFCO Joins 13th Career Fair at King Abdulaziz University, Highlights Saudi Workforce Growth
SADAFCO participated in the 13th Career Fair at King Abdulaziz University in Jeddah, where the company reported that Saudi nationals now make up more than 33% of its total workforce.