Zamil Safwan | Saudi ICT News

Riyadh Air Opens New Technology Hub in KAFD Creating 300 Jobs

Posted by Zamil Safwan | Jun 11, 2026 | Artificial Intelligence, Economy & Business, Tourism & Aviation

Riyadh Air has opened its new technology hub in KAFD, creating 300 specialized jobs in digital operations, AI, and aviation analytics.

China’s $295 Billion AI Infrastructure Plan Faces Severe Chip Gap

Posted by Zamil Safwan | Jun 10, 2026 | Artificial Intelligence, Economy & Business

China plans to spend $295 billion on a nationwide AI data center network, but US export controls on advanced chips present a major hurdle.

Apple AI Features Debuted at WWDC 2026 Following Delays

Posted by Zamil Safwan | Jun 9, 2026

Apple introduced its new AI features at WWDC 2026, aiming to close the gap with competitors after a series of development delays and legal settlements.

Siri AI Blocked in EU After European Commission Rejects Apple Proposal

Posted by Zamil Safwan | Jun 9, 2026 | Apps & Software, Artificial Intelligence, Mobile Devices

The European Commission has rejected Apple’s proposed 18-month phased rollout, resulting in Siri AI being blocked entirely across the EU.

Google Updates NotebookLM with Agentic Capabilities and Advanced Reasoning

Posted by Zamil Safwan | Jun 9, 2026 | Apps & Software, Artificial Intelligence

Google has updated NotebookLM with agentic capabilities, advanced reasoning, and new output formats, starting with Google AI Ultra subscribers.

Apple Integrates Claude on iPhone in Historic Multi-AI Deal

Posted by Zamil Safwan | Jun 9, 2026 | Apps & Software, Artificial Intelligence, Mobile Devices

Apple has integrated Anthropic’s Claude into iOS 27, ending its single-AI strategy in favor of a multi-model switchboard system.

Apple Siri AI Debuts at WWDC 2026 Amid Major Leadership Transition

Posted by Zamil Safwan | Jun 8, 2026 | Apps & Software, Artificial Intelligence, Mobile Devices, Smart Devices

Apple unveiled its rebuilt Siri AI assistant at WWDC 2026, featuring deep system integration and third-party models, alongside Tim Cook’s farewell address.