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Saudi Arabia Announces $2.5 Billion in Technology and AI Investments at LEAP 2026

Government and corporate leaders unveiled $2.5 billion in technology commitments at the Riyadh conference, including a $1.2 billion data-centre expansion by Al Moammar Information Systems and additional cloud infrastructure projects.
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Saudi Arabia Launches Global Winter Tourism Campaign for AlUla and Asir

The Saudi Tourism Authority has begun an international campaign promoting AlUla, Abha and the Asir mountains, highlighting archaeological sites, cultural attractions and cooler ...

Diriyah Development Advances At-Turaif Restoration and New Cultural Projects

The Diriyah Gate Development Authority reported progress on restoring At-Turaif and constructing museums, luxury hotels and cultural venues as part of the wider Riyadh development.

Saudi Public Investment Fund Expands Global Sports and Entertainment Investments

The Public Investment Fund has announced new allocations for international sports assets, entertainment ventures and championship hosting rights in Riyadh and Jeddah.

Red Sea Global Opens New Luxury Resorts Along Saudi Arabia’s Western Coast

Red Sea Global has opened several luxury hospitality properties as Saudi Arabia continues expanding its tourism sector and targeting high-spending international visitors.

KAUST Launches Desalination and Arid Agriculture Research Center

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology has opened a research center focused on energy-efficient seawater desalination and farming techniques designed to strengthen S...

Saudi Arabia Expands AI Diagnostics and Telemedicine Across Public Health System

The Health Ministry is rolling out artificial intelligence diagnostic tools and telemedicine services across hospitals and clinics in Riyadh, Makkah, Medina and the Asir region.

Saudi National Water Company Awards Contracts to Expand Water and Wastewater Networks

The National Water Company has awarded infrastructure contracts to strengthen water supply and wastewater treatment systems across several urban centers and industrial corridors.

Saudi Airports Report Record Passenger Traffic as Saudia and Riyadh Air Expand Fleets

The General Authority of Civil Aviation said passenger volumes reached record levels at major airports in Riyadh and Jeddah, supported by ongoing fleet expansion at Saudia and R...

Saudi Central Bank Says Commercial Banks Maintain Strong Capital and Liquidity

The Saudi Central Bank reported robust capital buffers, low non-performing loan ratios and strong liquidity across the banking sector, supporting continued credit expansion.

Saudi Industrial Cities Secure New Automotive, Pharmaceutical and Logistics Investments

Modon has signed dozens of industrial land leases with international companies planning manufacturing facilities in Dammam, Jeddah and the Eastern Province.

Neom Reports Construction Progress Across The Line, Oxagon and Trojena

Neom developers said work is advancing across major projects in northwestern Saudi Arabia, including modular construction, desalination infrastructure and renewable-energy integ...

Saudi Arabia Reaffirms OPEC+ Market Stability Role While Expanding Renewable Energy

The Energy Ministry said the Kingdom remains committed to petroleum market stability through OPEC+ cooperation while increasing domestic investment in solar, wind and clean hydr...
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