Saudi LEAP tech event pushed to August due to Middle East conflict
LEAP 2026 is postponed to August amid regional instability, underscoring the impact of geopolitical tensions on major global tech events.
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Savvy to Buy ByteDance Studio Moonton for $6 Billion
Savvy Games Group moves to acquire Moonton for $6 billion, strengthening its position in mobile gaming and advancing Saudi Arabia’s global gaming ambitions.
Saudi Esports Federation Launches 2026 Season with Million-Dollar Prize Pool
The Saudi eLeagues 2026 season features a $1 million+ prize pool and a new four-tier structure, including a dedicated women’s league and a fighting game circuit, to foster professional and grassroots growth across 20+ gaming titles.
Stc Group Pilots Real-Time AI Translation for Voice Calls in Riyadh
The news describes stc Group’s new AI-powered pilot in Riyadh that provides real-time, context-aware translation between Arabic and English during phone calls, marking a major step in the telco’s ‘New Calling’ initiative toward seamless global communication.
Infobip Opens New Saudi Arabia Data Centre to Support AI and Digital Sovereignty
Infobip has opened a new data centre in Saudi Arabia to support AI workloads, data sovereignty and regulatory compliance. The facility enables enterprises and public sector organisations to host and process data locally, improving performance and reliability while supporting the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 digital transformation goals.
Fynd expands into Saudi Arabia with AI-native unified commerce platform
Fynd has entered Saudi Arabia, offering an AI-native commerce platform that integrates in-store, online, and logistics operations. The solution includes POS, e-commerce, warehouse and order management, plus AI-powered catalog, imagery, and engagement tools. The expansion supports omnichannel growth and digital transformation for retailers under Vision 2030.
Ericsson Study Finds Rising Demand for Guaranteed 5G Performance in Saudi Arabia
Ericsson ConsumerLab research shows half of Saudi consumers would choose guaranteed 5G performance in key moments, with many willing to pay more. Assured connectivity now strongly influences mobile plan decisions and could add up to two months of ARPU annually. AI growth is expected to further increase demand for premium network experiences.
Saudi Arabia Steps Into Global AI Leadership to Shape AI Future
Saudi Arabia has joined the OECD-hosted Global Partnership on AI, aligning with Vision 2030 to shape global AI governance and promote ethical, human-centric development. The move strengthens international cooperation and is expected to attract investment into the Kingdom’s expanding AI ecosystem.
Digital Umrah guide enhances pilgrim experience
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has launched a multilingual digital “Umrah and Ziyarah Guide” covering all stages of the pilgrimage journey. Featuring interactive tools, maps, and videos, the initiative enhances awareness, service quality, and digital accessibility for pilgrims.
MORAN Accelerating Vision 2030 Connectivity Transformation
Saudi Arabia is leveraging MORAN to accelerate 5G rollout, reduce infrastructure duplication, and enhance sustainability under Vision 2030. By enabling shared radio infrastructure while preserving competition, the model supports giga-project connectivity, faster deployment, and lower energy consumption nationwide.