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Riyadh Global Medical Biotechnology Summit to Open on September 14 RIYADH, September 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The fourth Riyadh Global Medical Biotechnology Summit will take place from September 14 to 16, bringing together researchers, investors and policymakers to discuss developments in the field, international cooperation and investment opportunities. The summit will showcase medical biotechnology research and technologies, with experts, innovators and companies f

Riyadh Ranks 92nd Among Global Innovation Clusters for 2026 RIYADH, September 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Riyadh ranked 92nd among the world’s leading innovation clusters in the 2026 Global Innovation Index, making it the only Gulf city in the top 100. The report listed 419 venture capital deals in innovation and 162 international patent applications among the Saudi capital’s key indicators. It identified contributions from universities and companies, highlighting King S

Saudi Health Ministry to Host Ninth Global Health Exhibition in Riyadh in October | SPA RIYADH, Sept. 7 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Health will host the ninth edition of the Global Health Exhibition in Riyadh from October 26 to 29, bringing together investors, researchers, and health leaders from around the world at the Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Center in Malham. The announcement follows a record-breaking eighth edition in 2025, which drew

SAMI-AEC Signs Three Technology Partnerships at LEAP 2026 | 📷SPA RIYADH, September 6, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — SAMI Advanced Electronics Company concluded its participation as a Diamond Sponsor at LEAP 2026 after signing three memoranda of understanding covering cybersecurity, international business and smart asset management. The company, a subsidiary of Saudi Arabian Military Industries, used the event to showcase technologies developed by Saudi talent and stren

CST Grants TLS International Landing Station Permit, Unlocking SAR100 Million in Expected Investment | 📷SPA RIYADH, September 3, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The Communications, Space and Technology Commission has granted Technical Links Services a permit to establish and operate international landing stations, with the company’s anticipated investment reaching SAR100 million ($26.67 million). The permit was presented during LEAP 2026 by CST Director General of Licens

LEAP 2026 Attracts $857 Million in New Technology Investments on Third Day | 📷SPA RIYADH, September 3, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — LEAP 2026 generated $857 million in new technology investments and funding announcements on its third day, supporting major expansions in cloud computing, data centers, venture capital and advanced technology manufacturing in Saudi Arabia. Snowflake announced a $300 million investment to expand its operations in the Kingdom through 2030.

Bahrain Signs Participation Contract for Expo 2030 Riyadh \ 📷SPA MANAMA, September 3 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Bahrain has signed its Participation Contract for Expo 2030 Riyadh, moving its involvement from confirmation and preparation into planning and implementation. Expo 2030 Riyadh Chief Executive Officer Talal Al-Marri and Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities President Sheikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa signed the agreement in Manama. The contract sets th

Saudi Passports Directorate Showcases Contactless E-Gate at LEAP 2026 | 📷SPA RIYADH, September 2 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The General Directorate of Passports is showcasing a contactless e-gate at the Ministry of Interior’s pavilion during LEAP 2026. The self-service gate lets travelers move their palm over a reader without touching it. The system then verifies their identity and opens the gate without requiring travel documents or a fingerprint scan. The directorate

Saudi Environment Ministry Launches AI Voice Assistant for Nama Platform | 📷SPA RIYADH, September 1 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Vice Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture Eng. Mansour Almushaiti launched a Smart Voice Assistant for the ministry’s Nama e-services platform during the LEAP 2026 Tech Conference. The AI-powered assistant processes languages, dialects and voice commands, allowing users to interact with Nama through natural speech. Users can request inf

Al-Baha University, IBM Saudi Arabia Sign Digital Cooperation Agreement | 📷SPA RIYADH, September 1 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Al-Baha University and IBM Saudi Arabia signed a framework cooperation agreement during LEAP 2026 in Riyadh covering technology, digital solutions and digital transformation. The agreement provides a framework for developing joint opportunities and projects and using IBM’s expertise and technology solutions to support digital transformation and in

DeepFest Opens at LEAP 2026 with More than 100 Global Speakers | 📷SPA RIYADH, September 1, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — DeepFest has opened alongside LEAP 2026 at the Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Center in Malham, bringing together more than 100 speakers from 17 countries. Dedicated to artificial intelligence and deep technologies, the platform features more than 50 sessions and participation from 100 global brands. The Saudi Data and AI Authority is a key partner

Saudi Civil Affairs Agency Showcases Digital Services at LEAP 2026 | 📷SPA RIYADH, September 1, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia’s Civil Affairs Agency is showcasing its latest digital services and technology solutions at the Ministry of Interior’s pavilion during LEAP 2026. The Ministry of Interior is participating as a strategic sponsor of the fifth edition of the global technology event, which is being held at the Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Center in

Microsoft’s Saudi Arabia East Cloud Region to Become Available in November | 📷SPA RIYADH, September 1, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Microsoft has announced that its new Saudi Arabia East cloud datacenter region will become available to customers in November 2026, expanding access to locally hosted cloud and artificial intelligence services across the Kingdom. The announcement was made during the opening day of LEAP 2026 at the Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Center i

LEAP 2026 opens in Riyadh with more than $15 billion in AI, technology deals RIYADH, Aug 31 (SAUDI ARABIA BREAKING NEWS) - LEAP 2026 opened in Riyadh with more than $15 billion in launches, investments and partnerships announced across artificial intelligence and advanced technologies. The fifth edition of the technology event, held under the theme “Into New Worlds,” brings together technology and AI figures, investors and innovators from around the world. Saudi Minister of C

Absher joins LEAP 2026 as strategic sponsor at Interior Ministry pavilion RIYADH, Aug 31 (SAUDI ARABIA BREAKING NEWS) - Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior electronic platform Absher is participating as a strategic sponsor at the ministry’s pavilion during LEAP 2026, held from Aug. 31 to Sept. 3 at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center in Malham, north of Riyadh. Absher is showcasing technologies and digital solutions used across ministry sectors, with a f