The adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in the Middle Eastern banking sector could significantly contribute to regional economic growth, potentially adding as much as 13.6% to GDP by 2030, according to industry analysts.
Beyon Cyber, part of the Beyon Group, has been recognized with three major accolades at the 2025 Cyber Security Excellence Awards, one of the industry’s most renowned awards with the Bahrain-built innovation (Intel X) taking the centre-stage.
IBM has announced the next generation of its iconic mainframe - IBM z1 - fully engineered with AI capabilities across hardware, software, and systems operations. These new innovations will help unlock capabilities for enterprise-scale AI.
Bahrain's Labour Fund (Tamkeen) has launched a first-of-its-kind bundle to train 50,000 Bahrainis in Artificial Intelligence by 2030. The initiative will introduce three tracks to provide AI training for executives, generalists and specialists.
Bahrain FinTech Bay has teamed up with top cybersecurity firm ZenData to deliver specialised cybersecurity training across the kingdom through its Mena Innovation Academy, a key entity set up in partnership with the Reboot 01.
Tata, a leading global communications technology player, said it has extended the Roaming Signalling partnership with Saudi telecom company Mobily in a move aimed at providing the customers with seamless international roaming services worldwide.
Riyadh Exhibitions Company is set to host the Industrial Transformation Saudi Arabia, a key event for global manufacturers and technology innovators to showcase cutting-edge advancements in industrial automation, smart manufacturing and 4IR technologies.
OPSWAT, a global critical infrastructure protection solutions leader based in Florida, has announced the opening of its Saudi office in capital Riyadh. The US company's move comes at a time when the kingdom is fast emerging a major cybersecurity market.
Maseera Holding, a unit of Abu Dhabi-based International Holding Company, said it has successfully acquired Adva, an Egyptian consumer finance platform. This strategic deal establishes Adva as Maseera’s technology and data analytics hub for North Africa.
Sofitel Dubai Downtown has announced the promotion of Amelia Mejia-Tagon and Yasmina Laloun to senior leadership positions, reinforcing the hotel’s commitment to advancing gender diversity and fostering the next wave of leadership in hospitality.
