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Tatweer Educational Technologies Launches 'Education Market' Platform at LEAP 2026
Tatweer Educational Technologies (TETCO) has announced the launch of its 'Education Market' platform during LEAP 2026, a unified digital destination for students, families, and educational administrations.

Ministry of Media Launches Unified 'Ealam' Platform and Signs Strategic Partnerships at LEAP 2026
During LEAP 2026, Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Media launched the unified 'Ealam' platform, consolidating 22 platforms into one digital gateway, and signed strategic agreements with Mobily and Nutanix.

LEAP 2026 Records $2.5 Billion in Investments on Its Second Day
The second day of LEAP 2026 in Riyadh saw nearly $2.5 billion in investments, led by data center expansions and cloud services, reinforcing Saudi Arabia's digital hub status.

LEAP 2026 to Explore Future of Fintech and Digital Economy
LEAP 2026 will dedicate sessions to financial inclusion, digital payments, consumer finance, and e-commerce, highlighting AI's role in reshaping financial services.

LEAP 2026 Opens with More Than $15 Billion in Technology Investments and Strategic Partnerships
LEAP's fifth edition opened in Riyadh with more than $15 billion in announcements, including HUMAIN's M3 Arabic language model, a $5 billion HUMAIN and AWS AI Zone and an xAI data centre scaling to 500MW.

Saudi Ministry of Tourism Launches Unified Digital Platform at LEAP 2026
During LEAP 2026, the Ministry of Tourism unveiled the unified 'Tourism Platform' as the digital gateway for investors, practitioners, and workers in the sector, featuring AI-powered Tourism X service.

specialized by stc to Unveil National Digital Capabilities Framework at LEAP 2026
specialized by stc will showcase a new strategic national framework at LEAP 2026, combining BCN by stc and the 'Hadath' platform to enhance operational resilience in critical sectors, as the company serves as the strategic partner for critical communications at the event.

Ministry of Interior Launches Special Stamp for LEAP 2026
The Ministry of Interior, represented by the General Directorate of Passports, has launched a special stamp for LEAP 2026, available at international airports in Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam during the event.

Tawal Receives International Certification for Wi-Fi Quality and Speed at LEAP 2026
Tawal, Saudi Arabia's leading digital infrastructure company, has been awarded the 'Speedtest Certified' accreditation by Ookla for its Wi-Fi network deployed at LEAP 2026, following independent tests of quality, speed, and stability.

Smart Helmet Leads Civil Defense Tech Solutions at LEAP 2026
At LEAP 2026 in Riyadh, Saudi Civil Defense showcased advanced tech solutions, including a smart firefighting helmet and a national early warning platform, as the event opened with 1,800 companies participating.

LEAP 2026 Opens in Riyadh: What to Watch at the Landmark Fifth Edition
LEAP 2026 opens in Riyadh on 31 August with 16 stages, more than 20 content tracks, 1,289 confirmed investors representing US$14.5 trillion, and new zones spanning robotics, future mobility, gaming and sport.

Saudi Ministry of Sport to Showcase Digital Transformation at LEAP 2026
The Ministry of Sport will participate with a dedicated pavilion at LEAP 2026, highlighting its digital transformation journey and innovative solutions for the sports sector.

Ministry of Justice to Showcase 'Hifz Al-Haq' System and AI Applications at LEAP 2026
Saudi Ministry of Justice will participate in LEAP 2026 to present its 'Hifz Al-Haq' system, focusing on prevention, clarity, quality, and enforcement, alongside AI-driven solutions for judicial services.

IFS Takes Industrial AI from Pilot to Production at LEAP 2026 alongside Microsoft
IFS joins LEAP 2026 alongside partner Microsoft to show how industrial AI delivers measurable results, from asset performance and field service to planning and supply chains.

Veeam to Showcase Trusted Data Resilience Solutions at LEAP 2026, Reinforcing Saudi Commitment
Veeam Software announces its participation in LEAP 2026 for the sixth consecutive year, under the theme 'Trusted Data Resilience for the AI Era in Saudi Arabia,' showcasing innovations in data resilience, cyber recovery, and AI readiness.

Saudi Camel Federation Opens Registration for Crown Prince Camel Festival 2026 Races
The Saudi Camel Federation has opened registration for the men's and women's camel racing events at the Crown Prince Camel Festival 2026, set to begin September 3 at Taif track, with total prizes of SAR 620,000.

Al-Ahsa Chamber and Sharqiyah Takaful Discuss Community Partnership at Loumi Exhibition
On the sidelines of the Al-Hasawi Loumi Exhibition 2026, the head of Al-Ahsa Chamber received the CEO of Sharqiyah Takaful Association to explore cooperation and community partnership opportunities.

Voiset Launches Version 2.0 with Full Arabic Support at LEAP 2026
Voiset app launches its version 2.0 at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh, with full Arabic language support, as a step toward entering the Middle East market.

Mannai InfoTech Brings AI, Connected Stadiums and Digital Infrastructure to LEAP 2026
Mannai InfoTech Saudi Arabia, part of Mannai Corporation, joins LEAP 2026 following the opening of its regional headquarters in Riyadh, focusing on AI, connected stadiums, smart cities and cybersecurity.

Legend Robot to Showcase Mobile Continuous Spraying Technology at Big 5 Construct Saudi 2026
Legend Robot Company showcases its mobile continuous spraying technology at The Big 5 Saudi 2026, supporting Vision 2030 mega projects.

India Showcases Innovative Financing for Land Restoration at COP17
During the seventeenth session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification, India highlighted its diverse and innovative financial mechanisms for land restoration.

Morocco's High Atlas Foundation Calls for Community-Led Climate Action at COP17
The Moroccan Great Atlas Foundation called at COP17 for community-led climate action and fairer carbon markets.

AfDB Highlights Women's Role in Combating Desertification in Malawi at COP17
The African Development Bank releases a video on the role of women in combating desertification in Malawi, coinciding with the convening of COP17 in August 2026.

Ministerial Dialogue at COP17 Brings Countries Together on New Land Restoration Approaches
Within the framework of the seventeenth session of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention to Combat Desertification, the ministerial dialogue brought together nations to discuss new approaches to land restoration.
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