Saudi Vision 2030
Open World Names Dr. Salman Al-Khaldi to Lead Saudi Arabia Operations as RWA Tokenization Center Launches
Open World Ltd. has appointed Dr. Salman Al-Khaldi as Regional President to lead the RWA Tokenization Center of Excellence in Saudi Arabia, set to launch in 2026.
Bupa Arabia Reports 41% Female Promotion Rate and 50+ Women in Leadership Roles
Bupa Arabia recorded a 41% female promotion rate — its highest in company history — and placed more than 50 women in leadership roles as part of a structured diversity strategy.
Saudi Arabia AI Sector Reaches $9.1 Billion in Funding as Cabinet Designates 2026 the Year of Artificial Intelligence
Saudi Arabia’s Cabinet designated 2026 as the Year of Artificial Intelligence as the Kingdom ranked 14th globally in the 2025 AI Index and AI companies secured $9.1 billion in funding.
SDAIA Academy Launches Applied Artificial Intelligence Bootcamp for Technical Professionals in Riyadh
SDAIA Academy has launched the Applied Artificial Intelligence Bootcamp in Riyadh, running from March 29 to May 21, 2026, targeting technical professionals with registration closing March 12.
ELSEWEDY ELECTRIC Completes EL SAAD Solar Plant in Riyadh with 348.6 MW Capacity
ELSEWEDY ELECTRIC has completed the EL SAAD Solar Plant near Riyadh, delivering 348.6 MW of photovoltaic capacity in just 16.5 months — well ahead of the original 24-month schedule.
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Women in Saudi Arabia Outpace Men in Generative AI Course Completion by 10%
Women in Saudi Arabia complete generative AI courses at a rate 10% higher than men, according to a new Coursera report. Enrollment gaps remain, but completion data signals strong female commitment to AI skills.
Infobip Opens New Data Center in Saudi Arabia to Support AI and Digital Sovereignty
Infobip launched a new data center in Saudi Arabia on March 6, 2026, enabling local AI application deployment and supporting national data sovereignty requirements.
Software Escrow Saudi Arabia: How Organisations Can Move from Policy to Practice
Escode’s Middle East director outlines practical steps for organisations in Saudi Arabia to implement software escrow following the CST guideline, covering verification, governance, and SaaS considerations.
LG Electronics Targets Twofold Revenue Growth in Saudi Arabia, India and Brazil by 2030
LG Electronics reported combined revenue of KRW 6.2 trillion in Saudi Arabia, India and Brazil in 2025, up more than 20 percent from 2023. The company targets a doubling of that figure by 2030 through localized production and market-specific strategies.
Sumerge and HRSD Mark Completion of Three Digital Transformation Projects in Riyadh
Sumerge and the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development marked the completion of three digital government projects in Riyadh on March 1, 2026. The projects support Saudi Vision 2030 objectives.
ACHEMA Middle East Launches in Riyadh as Saudi Arabia Advances Industrial Transformation
ACHEMA Middle East debuts in Riyadh October 26-28, 2026, bringing century-long expertise in chemical engineering and process technology to support Saudi Arabia’s industrial transformation under Vision 2030.
BCG Concludes 7th Jeel Tamooh Program for 150 Saudi Students
Boston Consulting Group concluded its seventh Jeel Tamooh program, training over 150 Saudi university students in consulting fundamentals through six months of mentorship and practical workshops.
Emerson Receives Saudi Aramco Local Manufacturers Quality Award
Emerson received the 2026 Saudi Aramco Local Manufacturers Quality Award for manufacturing excellence. The recognition aligns with Vision 2030 and IKTVA program goals.
Aljazira Bank Contributes SAR 1 Million to Ehsan Platform’s Sixth Charity Campaign
Aljazira Bank donated SAR 1 million to the Ehsan platform for the sixth National Charity Campaign. The move supports Saudi Vision 2030 community goals.
Tonomia and EpicSemi Target TonoForge AI Platform Localization in Saudi Arabia
Tonomia and EpicSemi have stated their intent to localize the TonoForge AI platform in Saudi Arabia, targeting industrial sectors including oil, gas, and mining.
Saudi Arabia Joins Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence at India AI Impact Summit
Saudi Arabia joined the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence at the India AI Impact Summit. The Kingdom became the first Arab nation in the 46-member coalition.
King’s College Hospital London – Jeddah Completes One Year of Full Operations
King’s College Hospital London – Jeddah marks one year of full operations on Saudi Founding Day. The facility advances healthcare with specialized services and British expertise under Vision 2030.
Saudi AI Strategy Built on Three Pillars, SDAIA Chief Tells India Summit
SDAIA President Abdullah Al-Ghamdi outlined Saudi Arabia’s three-pillar AI strategy at the India AI Impact Summit 2026, citing over 1.2 million trainees reached through the Samai initiative.
Euro Systems Opens First Saudi Showroom in Riyadh’s Al Olaya District
Euro Systems has opened its first Saudi showroom in Riyadh’s Al Olaya district, offering a 3,552 sq. ft. space for architectural product evaluation and technical consultation.
SDAIA Joins AI Impact Summit 2026 in India to Advance Global AI Cooperation
Saudi Arabia’s SDAIA participated in the AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi, joining delegates from over 70 countries to advance global AI cooperation and ethical AI governance.
Radisson Hotel Madinah Opens with Tourism Development Fund Support
Radisson Hotel Madinah officially opened on February 18, 2026, backed by the Tourism Development Fund. The four-star, 165-room property sits near Quba Mosque in Madinah.
Saudi Esports Federation Signs MoUs with ROC Esports and Team Stallions to Develop National Talent
The Saudi Esports Federation signed MoUs with ROC Esports and Team Stallions to develop national talent and expand the Kingdom’s esports ecosystem.