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LEAP 2026: Snowflake to Showcase Agentic Enterprise Model
Snowflake showcases the intelligent enterprise model at LEAP 2026, where AI agents work alongside humans to deliver tangible business outcomes.
Team Falcons Win Rocket League Title at Esports World Cup 2026
Falcons team wins the Rocket League title at the 2026 Esports World Cup in Paris.
Turkish Company trex Participates in LEAP 2026 Riyadh with Over 400 Projects
Turkish company trex is participating in LEAP 2026 in Riyadh (August 31 - September 3) in Hall 3, Booth E170, showcasing over 400 projects and its software that transforms machine data into insights.
Reporter's Diary: Covering COP17 from Ulaanbaatar
Reporter's Notes from Ulaanbaatar on Covering the Seventeenth Session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification.
Accenture to Showcase Future of Sovereign AI in Middle East at LEAP 2026
Accenture has announced its participation in LEAP 2026 in Riyadh, where it will spotlight the future of sovereign AI in the Middle East.
Cloudflare to Participate in LEAP 2026 in Riyadh
Cloudflare is participating in LEAP 2026, scheduled to take place in Riyadh from August 31 to September 3, 2026, as reported by Intelligent CISO via Google News.
Middle East Green Initiative Announces Participation in UNCCD COP17
The Green Middle East Initiative announced its participation in the seventeenth session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification, to enhance regional cooperation in combating desertification and restoring degraded lands.
Accenture Named Official Generative AI Partner at LEAP 2026
Accenture has announced its return to LEAP 2026 as the official generative AI partner, as reported by Zawya.
LEAP 2026 Returns to Riyadh for Fifth Edition Under 'Into New Worlds' Theme
LEAP 2026 will take place from August 31 to September 3 at the Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Center, bringing together tech leaders, investors, and startups.
Global AI Leaders to Headline LEAP 2026 as Saudi Arabia Marks the Year of AI
Tahaluf confirms AMD's Dr. Lisa Su and HUMAIN's Tareq Amin will headline LEAP 2026, with 93% of Tech Arena sessions built around live demonstrations and working prototypes.
stc Contenders Stage Hosts Community Competitions and Final Qualifiers at Esports World Cup 2026
The stc Contenders stage at the Esports World Cup 2026 in Paris hosts both the final qualifiers and the Warriors Cup community competitions, with the latter aiming to attract over 10,000 players across seven weeks.
Prince Bader and Ammar Altaf Open the Sixth Edition of Automechanika Riyadh
Prince Bader bin Fahad bin Abdullah Al Saud and Ammar Altaf, Assistant Deputy Minister at the Ministry of Investment, officially opened the sixth edition of Automechanika Riyadh, which brought together 340 exhibiting companies — up 448% on the previous edition — across more than 11,000 square metres.
Global PropTech Summit Concludes in Riyadh, Issues Final Statement
The Real Estate General Authority, in partnership with the National Housing Company, concluded the Global PropTech Summit in Riyadh — 50 sessions, 40 workshops and more than 100 speakers from 80 countries — with a closing statement calling for greater investment in real-estate technology.
REGAA Announces Global Proptech Summit 2026 in Riyadh with Over 100 Speakers from 85 Countries
The Real Estate General Authority (REGA) will launch the Global Proptech Summit 2026 in Riyadh on October 25, under the theme 'Innovation for a Sustainable Future', featuring over 100 speakers from 85 countries and a tech exhibition.
Saudia Named Official Airline Carrier for Esports World Cup 2026
Saudia expands its partnership with the Esports World Cup Foundation to become the official airline carrier for the 2026 tournament in Paris, unveiling a fully-branded aircraft and special services for players and fans.
Real Estate Authority: Real Estate Excellence Award Takes Saudi Projects Global
The Real Estate Authority highlighted the Real Estate Excellence Award as a platform to honor pioneering projects and stimulate developers, with winners advancing to international competition.
Saudi Ministry of Industry Highlights Food Packaging Innovations at Riyadh Industry Week
During the first day of Riyadh International Industry Week 2026, the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources showcased Saudi Arabia's industrial transformation, including a session on advanced packaging solutions for the food industry, emphasizing performance, consumer experience, and sustainability.
14 Saudi Companies Showcase 'Saudi Made' Products at IFE 2026 in London
The Saudi Exports Development Authority led a pavilion of 14 Saudi companies under the 'Saudi Made' banner at IFE (International Food & Drink Event) in ExCeL London, spotlighting exporters such as coffee trader Al Khair Trading and date producers Al-Ahmadiya and Castle Farms.
Cityscape Expands Westward with New Jeddah Exhibition
Cityscape Global Saudi Arabia announces the launch of Cityscape West in Jeddah, scheduled for March 2027, aiming to boost real estate investment in the western region.
Saudi Arabia Rises to 13th Globally in Foreign Direct Investment, Inflows Reach $32.6 Billion
UNCTAD's World Investment Report 2026 shows Saudi Arabia climbing to 13th place globally in foreign direct investment inflows, up from 17th in 2024, with net FDI reaching $32.6 billion in 2025 — about 53% growth — and total inward FDI stock rising to $293.3 billion.
Regulatory Transformation and Smart Governance in Islamic Banks: A New Era of Compliance and Efficiency
The article explores how RegTech, SupTech, and smart governance are reshaping Islamic banking, enabling real-time monitoring, Sharia compliance automation, and predictive risk management.
Global Blockchain Show Riyadh 2026 Concludes With Record Attendance
The two-day Global Blockchain Show Riyadh wrapped up on June 30, 2026 with more than 6,700 attendees from over 80 countries, 100-plus speakers and 100 exhibitors, and the launch of VAP Ventures, a new initiative by organizers VAP Group and Times of Blockchain to back 100 startups by 2030.
From Riyadh to Paris: Your Complete Guide to the Esports World Cup 2026
The Esports World Cup 2026 moves to Paris for the first time, featuring 25 tournaments across 24 games, a record $75 million prize pool, and a seven-week schedule from July 6 to August 23.
Global AI Show Riyadh 2026 Concludes Successfully, Co-located with Global Games Show Riyadh
The Global AI Show Riyadh 2026, co-located with Global Games Show Riyadh, attracted over 6,700 attendees and 100 exhibitors, marking a milestone in Saudi Arabia's AI journey.
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