LEAP 2026 – Saudi ICT Shopper News

Saudi Energy Signs Three Strategic Agreements at LEAP 2026 for Data Centers

by Mohamed Mosaed | Sep 2, 2026 | Artificial Intelligence, Economy & Business, Telecommunications

Saudi Energy signed three strategic agreements at LEAP 2026 to supply power infrastructure for artificial intelligence data centers and computing hubs.

Absher Launches Four New Civil Status E-Services at LEAP 2026

by Mohamed Ghamdi | Sep 2, 2026 | Apps & Software, Economy & Business

The Ministry of Interior launched four new civil status e-services via Absher during LEAP 2026 to streamline identity documentation.

SDAIA Introduces Two Regulatory Tracks for Data Protection and Monetization at LEAP 2026

by Nour Elotaiby | Sep 2, 2026 | Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Economy & Business

SDAIA introduced two new regulatory sandbox tracks at LEAP 2026 focused on personal data protection and government data monetization models.

King Salman Park and Huawei Sign Strategic Smart Park Agreement at LEAP 2026

by Nour Elotaiby | Sep 2, 2026 | Artificial Intelligence, Economy & Business, Smart Devices

King Salman Park Foundation and Huawei signed a two-year MoU at LEAP 2026 to explore AI, digital twins, robotics, and smart platforms in Riyadh.

LEAP 2026 Opens in Riyadh with Over $15 Billion in Tech Deals

by Mohamed Ghamdi | Sep 2, 2026 | Artificial Intelligence, Automotive, Economy & Business

Saudi Arabia opened LEAP 2026 with over $15 billion in technology deals, featuring new AI infrastructure, cloud zones, and autonomous trucking networks.

SBM Showcases Enterprise Solutions and AI Tech at LEAP 2026

by saudishopper | Sep 2, 2026 | Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Economy & Business

Saudi Business Machines presented AI infrastructure, local software tools, and cybersecurity solutions during the LEAP 2026 exhibition in Riyadh.

LEAP 2026 Secures Over $2.5 Billion in Tech and Infrastructure Deals

by Mohamed Mosaed | Sep 2, 2026 | Artificial Intelligence, Economy & Business, Telecommunications

Day two of LEAP 2026 secured over $2.5 billion in funding for data center capacity, cloud solutions, and localized technology research across Saudi Arabia.

CITC and Zain Launch First EcoFusion Carbon-Neutral Telecom Towers in Saudi Arabia

by Nour Elotaiby | Sep 2, 2026 | Economy & Business, Smart Devices, Telecommunications

Saudi Arabia has launched its first EcoFusion carbon-neutral telecom tower in Riyadh during LEAP 2026, cutting carbon emissions by up to 40 percent.

Nokia Launches R&D Center in Riyadh for AI Network Automation

by Shima Zamil | Sep 2, 2026 | Artificial Intelligence, Telecommunications

Nokia has established a research and development center in Riyadh to build AI network automation software and train local engineers for global tech exports.

Saudi Passports Directorate Showcases Contactless E-Gate at LEAP 2026

by Mohamed Mosaed | Sep 2, 2026 | Smart Devices, Tourism & Aviation

Saudi Arabia’s General Directorate of Passports presented a touchless e-gate at LEAP 2026, enabling palm-scan border clearance without physical documents.

Adobe and MCIT Expand $4 Billion AI Partnership for Saudi Residents

by Nour Elotaiby | Sep 2, 2026 | Apps & Software, Artificial Intelligence, Economy & Business

Adobe, MCIT, and Humain expand their $4 billion partnership to provide 27 million Saudi residents free access to Firefly and Express AI creative software.

Saudi Digital Exhibition Presents Government Solutions and AI Tools at LEAP 2026

by Nour Elotaiby | Sep 2, 2026 | Apps & Software, Artificial Intelligence, Economy & Business

Saudi Digital Exhibition revealed new government platforms, AI services, and cloud migrations during day two of the LEAP 2026 conference in Riyadh.

LEAP 2026 Day Two Focuses on Integrated Government Services and Artificial Intelligence

by Mohamed Mosaed | Sep 2, 2026 | Apps & Software, Artificial Intelligence, Economy & Business

LEAP 2026 Day Two highlighted digital government integration through Tawakkalna and practical AI applications across robotics and healthcare.

Saudi Arabia Launches AI Center of Excellence Initiative at LEAP 2026

by Shima Zamil | Sep 2, 2026 | Artificial Intelligence, Economy & Business, Education & Training

Saudi ministries partnered with Microsoft and Gulf Intelligence to launch the AI Center of Excellence during LEAP 2026 to upskill the national workforce.

TETCO and Lean Business Services Sign Strategic Agreement at LEAP 2026 to Modernize University Hospitals

by Mohamed Mosaed | Sep 2, 2026 | Artificial Intelligence, Education & Training, Health & Technology

TETCO and Lean signed an agreement at LEAP 2026 to develop integrated digital solutions for Saudi university hospitals.

Saudi MCIT, DCO, and AMD Launch Open AI Developer Platform at LEAP 2026

by Mohamed Ghamdi | Sep 2, 2026 | Apps & Software, Artificial Intelligence, Economy & Business

Saudi MCIT, DCO, and AMD have introduced an open developer ecosystem at LEAP 2026 to provide engineers with AI tools and training programs.

EY Study Shows Saudi Arabia Outpaces Global Digital Health and AI Adoption

by saudishopper | Sep 2, 2026 | Artificial Intelligence, Health & Technology, Smart Devices

An EY study presented at LEAP 2026 shows 69% of Saudi consumers consult AI for medical details, leading global digital health metrics.

Publicis Sapient Outlines Shift to Measurable Economic Value at LEAP 2026

by saudishopper | Sep 2, 2026 | Artificial Intelligence, Economy & Business

Publicis Sapient highlighted at LEAP 2026 that Saudi organizations must transition from AI experimentation to scalable execution that delivers measurable economic value.

HONOR Unveils Dare to Be Strategy Expanding into AI Devices and Robotics

by saudishopper | Sep 2, 2026 | Artificial Intelligence, Mobile Devices, Smart Devices

HONOR announced its Dare to Be brand strategy in Riyadh, expanding from smartphones into embodied AI devices, robotics, and Agentic OS software integration.