Saudi Arabia’s Communications, Space, and Technology Commission (CST) invites public feedback on the Global AI Hub Law, aimed at boosting digital infrastructure and attracting AI and data center investments. The law seeks to establish Saudi Arabia as a global digital hub, supporting innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable growth in advanced technologies.
China has unveiled the world’s first AI hospital, featuring 14 AI doctors, marking a major step in AI adoption in healthcare. This development has generated significant attention across the tech, healthcare, and cryptocurrency industries, with potential impacts on blockchain and AI-driven token markets.
At ATM 2025, Middle East countries like UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, and Bahrain showcased their transformative strategies for the tourism industry. Key themes included AI, data analytics, sustainability, and connectivity. These nations are leveraging cutting-edge technology and sustainability to redefine global tourism and lead the industry into a new era.
e& has launched e& Wholesale Americas in Miami, marking a significant expansion into the U.S. and LATAM markets. The new entity will leverage AI-driven connectivity to support telecom operators, enterprises, and AI players, offering services like Managed Voice, Data Connectivity, Roaming, and Mobility Services in dynamic markets.
Ooredoo Kuwait is advancing its telecom leadership by focusing on 5G, AI, and sustainability. The company is launching its 5G Advanced network, upgrading infrastructure with AI-powered solutions, and enhancing operations across critical sectors like healthcare and education. The initiative aims to support Kuwait’s digital economy and sustainability goals.
Qatar is focusing on artificial intelligence (AI) and energy sectors, aiming for greater collaboration with the United States. Sheikha Mayes Al-Thani, from the US-Qatar Business Council, emphasized the importance of talent development alongside capital investment to drive growth and innovation in these strategic areas for sustainable economic development.
Oman Data Park has partnered with AIonOS to accelerate AI solutions development across key industries in Oman, including telecom, banking, and logistics. This collaboration aims to align with Oman’s Vision 2040, focusing on localized, scalable AI solutions, talent development, and innovation, leveraging ODP’s sovereign cloud infrastructure.
Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) and Google Cloud have launched an upskilling initiative to advance AI leadership in Dubai’s government. The program will appoint Chief AI Officers (CAIOs) across entities, providing them with cutting-edge AI tools and training to drive innovation and achieve impactful deployments, furthering Dubai’s position as a global AI leader.
Dubai Future Foundation (DFF), in collaboration with the South African Artificial Intelligence Association (SAAIA), has launched a cross-border AI trade & investment hub. This initiative will enhance AI startups’ access to global capital, markets, and networks across Africa, the Middle East, and Europe, fostering innovation and development.
AI-driven personalization in the GCC retail sector faces major challenges, primarily due to a lack of skilled professionals, data management issues, and executive support gaps, according to a new white paper from Al Futtaim Group. It calls for investment in talent development and ethical AI practices to meet evolving customer demands.
