Smart home devices are booming in Saudi Arabia and the UAE, with six million devices integrated into Alexa users’ lives. In 2023, users initiated 130 million smart home actions and 100 million music requests. The region saw a 50% YoY increase in smart home customers and a 90% increase in connected devices.
Mikenopa expands into Saudi Arabia, partnering with AstroLabs to provide advanced digital solutions for the hospitality sector. This move aims to enhance guest experiences and support Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, positioning the country as a leading destination for tourism and investment.
Aramco and Pasqal have signed an agreement to install Saudi Arabia’s first quantum computer, a 200-qubit system scheduled for deployment in 2025. This partnership aims to pioneer quantum computing in the energy sector and establish Saudi Arabia as a leader in quantum research and innovation.
Saudi Arabia’s Almarai Prize for Scientific Innovation promotes global food security by supporting research and innovation in arid regions. Launched by KACST and Almarai, the prize addresses water shortages and enhances sustainable food security.
Saudi Arabia is rapidly positioning itself as a global logistics hub, leveraging its strategic location, robust infrastructure, and visionary economic…
Saudi Arabia’s e-commerce market is set to reach $14.78 billion this year and $25 billion by 2029. WebCastle Technologies, recently entering the Saudi market, won the Best E-Commerce Agency Award at the 6th Middle East Retail & E-Commerce Summit and Awards KSA for their role in accelerating digital growth.
In 2023, Saudi Arabia achieved a remarkable 99% internet penetration rate, indicating widespread digital access across the population. The “Internet Saudi Arabia” report reveals extensive daily usage, predominance of mobile access, and significant engagement in online shopping and government services, supported by strong infrastructure that places the nation among global leaders in internet speed.
TRAX Group has partnered with Al Rubaiyat Group to launch a digital transformation initiative in Saudi Arabia, implementing Microsoft Dynamics 365 for enhanced operational efficiency and customer engagement. This move supports Saudi Vision 2030’s goals and positions Al Rubaiyat as a leader in the luxury retail sector.
Bayer and Huma Therapeutics have launched a digital heart health screening tool in Saudi Arabia, supporting the Vision 2030 strategy. This tool predicts cardiovascular disease risk using a non-invasive algorithm, aligning with efforts to reduce the burden of such diseases in the country through preventive care and early detection.
The new law, which facilitates a unified approach to land transport across the GCC, will enable Wahyd Logistics to optimize its route planning and cargo handling procedures, thereby reducing transit times and costs for its clients.
