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Saadia Zahidi Appointed as First Female IATA Director General
Saadia Zahidi has been appointed as the ninth Director General of IATA, becoming the first woman to lead the global airline association starting November 2026.
Middle East M&A Activity Reaches 272 Deals in H1 2026
Middle East M&A activity reached 272 transactions in H1 2026, with Saudi Arabia and the UAE accounting for 65% of the total regional deal volume.
HAVELSAN Validates Four Software Capabilities in NATO CWIX 2026 Exercise
HAVELSAN has successfully validated four of its software capabilities during the NATO CWIX 2026 exercise, ensuring compliance with alliance interoperability standards.
SADAFCO Q2 2026 Financial Results Show Revenue Growth
SADAFCO reported a 1.7% quarter-on-quarter revenue growth to SAR 750 million for Q2 2026, supported by strong sales and market leadership.
Cisco Launches Antares AI Models for Local Code Security
Cisco has released Antares, a family of compact, open-weight AI models designed to detect software vulnerabilities locally on-premises.
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Smartphone Weight vs Battery Capacity: The 2026 Trade-Off
The debate over smartphone weight shifts in 2026 as devices like the HONOR X7e Plus 5G trade lightness for massive 8,100mAh batteries and enhanced durability.
Alvarez & Marsal Outlines Saudi Arabia’s Path to Defense Engineering Sovereignty
A new Alvarez & Marsal report highlights how Saudi Arabia can transition from localized assembly to domestic engineering to capture up to 40% of defense lifecycle value.
Wallan Trading Company Receives Legacy Partner Award at Hyundai Partners Summit 2026
Wallan Trading Company has been honored with the Legacy Partner award at the Hyundai Partners Summit 2026 in Boston, recognizing over 40 years of partnership.
Anker Launches Prime Charging Series in the GCC Region
Anker has launched its flagship Prime charging series in the GCC, featuring a 300W power bank and a 160W GaN charger equipped with smart displays.
LG Electronics Showcases 2026 Residential Air Conditioner Lineup in Saudi Arabia
LG Electronics KSA has introduced its 2026 residential air conditioner lineup, combining Korean technology with Saudi manufacturing.
Hassan Allam Joint Venture Signs SAR 2.7 Billion Waldorf Astoria Project in Diriyah
Hassan Allam Construction Saudi and UCC Saudi have signed a SAR 2.7 billion contract to build the Waldorf Astoria super block in Diriyah.
Desert Technologies Receives Two International Clean Energy Awards
Desert Technologies has secured two international awards from The Global Economics, recognizing its rapid growth and leadership in clean energy.
Huawei Establishes Regional Watch Face Designer Community in Middle East and Africa
Huawei has registered over 1,000 creators in the Middle East and Africa for its Watch Face Designer initiative, expanding customization options.
Huawei Launches FreeClip 2 Special Edition Earbuds in Saudi Arabia
Huawei has officially launched the HUAWEI FreeClip 2 Special Edition earbuds in Saudi Arabia, featuring a luminous design and upgraded audio hardware.
HONOR X7e Plus 5G Officially Launched in Saudi Arabia with 8100mAh Battery
The HONOR X7e Plus 5G smartphone is now officially available in Saudi Arabia, featuring an 8100mAh battery and advanced AI tools.
Fipera Launches neofashion.ai Self-Serve Platform for Fashion Brands
Fipera has launched neofashion.ai, a self-serve AI photography platform allowing fashion brands to generate studio-quality product images directly from their catalogs.
OMODA O5 SHS-H Hybrid Crossover to Launch in the UAE This September
The OMODA O5 SHS-H hybrid crossover is scheduled to launch in the UAE this September, featuring a 1,000 km driving range and advanced safety systems.
Kaspersky Warns of Advertising Data Risks Exploited by Cybercriminals
Kaspersky researchers warn that cybercriminals are exploiting AdTech infrastructure to track users and deliver highly targeted spyware.
VAST Data and AMD Expand Collaboration to Advance AI Infrastructure
VAST Data and AMD have expanded their collaboration to deliver high-performance AI infrastructure, integrating the VAST AI OS with 6th Gen AMD EPYC CPUs and Instinct GPUs.
Ford Mustang Mach-E Electric SUV Arrives in Saudi Arabia
The all-electric Ford Mustang Mach-E has officially arrived at Mohamed Yousuf Naghi Motors showrooms in Saudi Arabia, offering up to 480 hp.
Al Masaood Automobiles Achieves Record Score in Nissan Global Assessment
Al Masaood Automobiles achieved a record 96.8% score in the latest Nissan global assessment, with two key facilities earning perfect scores.
Riyadh Air Hafawa Lounge Completed at King Khalid International Airport
ACCIONA Cultura has completed the 2,000-square-meter Hafawa Lounge for Riyadh Air at King Khalid International Airport, designed to meet LEED Gold standards.