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Saudi Arabia has launched Humain, an AI company backed by the Public Investment Fund, to enhance digital innovation across sectors like healthcare and finance. The company focuses on developing AI models for Arabic and building advanced infrastructure, contributing to Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and positioning the nation as a global tech leader.
Temasek’s entry into the AI Infrastructure Partnership marks a strategic commitment by sovereign wealth funds to fund the foundational infrastructure essential for the next generation of AI technologies, alongside industry and financial leaders.
The National Museum of Oman is participating in the digital exhibition ‘The Table is Ready: Food Traditions and Legacies in the Islamic World,’ highlighting Omani food traditions and hospitality customs. Featuring artefacts such as copperware, coffee pots, and incense burners, the exhibition offers global access to Oman’s cultural heritage.
Huawei Cloud, in collaboration with Fintech Saudi, hosted the Huawei Cloud Fintech Day Saudi Arabia 2024, highlighting innovative cloud solutions for the Kingdom’s fintech industry. The event introduced the Fintech Pioneer Program, offering exclusive support to fintech companies, and emphasized the partnership’s role in driving digital transformation and fostering a robust fintech ecosystem in Saudi Arabia.
The UAE has announced it will host the Ai Everything Global Summit & Expo in 2026, solidifying its position as a leader in AI. The summit aims to accelerate AI adoption, foster global collaborations, and contribute to the UAE’s vision of becoming the world’s first fully AI-powered government.
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iBLOCKCHAIN and Nesma United Industries have formed a strategic partnership to drive ‘Intelligent Transformation’ in Saudi Arabia’s industrial sector. This alliance, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030, will leverage advanced technologies like AI and blockchain to enhance operational capabilities and set new standards in industrial operations.
Orange Egypt has launched its eSIM service, allowing customers to switch from traditional SIM cards to a digital eSIM. The service, available through the “My Orange” app or at branches, lets users activate multiple lines. A seamless activation process and verification ensure convenience and data accuracy for users.
Kuwait has launched its first fiber optic cable manufacturing company in partnership with South Korea’s Taihan Cable. This initiative is part of Kuwait’s Vision 2035, aiming to enhance the country’s telecommunications infrastructure and expand fiber optic technology across the region.