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9 Oct 202628 Rabiʻ II 1448 AH

SDAIA Anticipates Future of Quantum Computing, Enhances National Capabilities Through Theoretical Education and Practical Training

The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) recognized the importance of quantum computing early on amid accelerating global efforts to develop this technology. Through its academy, SDAIA has worked to build national capabilities in this field and enhance the readiness of Saudi professionals to keep pace with global advancements. In 2026, the SDAIA Academy implemented a range of programs and training courses, training over 70 specialists in quantum computing. Additionally, the academy launched a Quantum Computing Boot Camp in collaboration with King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, aimed at enabling specialists to understand the fundamentals of quantum computing and utilize its modern tools.

Governance

9 Oct 202628 Rabiʻ II 1448 AH

EU AI Regulations Capable of Addressing Global Risks

Heina Virkkunen, the EU's technology chief, stated that the European regulations established two years ago are capable of addressing risks from AI systems that may escape human control. Global concerns have risen following incidents at OpenAI and Anthropic, raising fears of AI systems exceeding human boundaries. The European AI Act is regarded as one of the strictest regulatory frameworks, covering the entire lifecycle of AI models and providing guidelines for companies on how to evaluate their models. Assessments will also consider recommendations from a scientific committee of 60 AI experts from various institutions.

Agents

9 Oct 202628 Rabiʻ II 1448 AH

Welcome to Gemini at Work 2026: Introducing the Gemini agent

At the Gemini at Work 2026 event, Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian announced the new Gemini agent, a persistent digital assistant. This agent operates within Google applications like Gmail, Drive, and Docs, introducing new data analytics capabilities for users. The agent allows both technical teams and everyday users to derive actionable operational insights through plain-language questions, enhancing productivity. Google Cloud ensures the security of agents through identity management and policy controls.

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Agents

Anthropic's Claude Science creates the first complete ultraviolet map of the sky

9 Oct 202628 Rabiʻ II 1448 AH

Agents

9 Oct 202628 Rabiʻ II 1448 AH

Anthropic's Claude Science creates the first complete ultraviolet map of the sky

Astrophysicist Brice Ménard from Johns Hopkins University utilized Anthropic's AI to create the first complete ultraviolet map of the sky. AI agents downloaded data from multiple space missions, calibrated it, and filled in gaps using inpainting techniques. Predictions showed about a ten percent deviation from actual measurements. Ménard views this project as a demonstration of research that would not have been possible without AI. The map highlights AI's capability to process vast amounts of data and produce accurate results. This type of research requires advanced techniques, and the outcomes indicate that AI can play a pivotal role in astronomy.

Governance

OpenAI Dismisses Three Researchers Over Policy Violations

9 Oct 202628 Rabiʻ II 1448 AH

Governance

9 Oct 202628 Rabiʻ II 1448 AH

OpenAI Dismisses Three Researchers Over Policy Violations

OpenAI announced the dismissal of three researchers following an investigation that revealed violations of policies regarding sensitive information. The researchers, Jasmin Wang, Tomek Korbak, and Mikita Palisny, expressed their objections to the dismissal decision and its execution. OpenAI stated that the investigation uncovered a significant breach of trust, leading to their termination.

Arab AI Scene

KAUST Celebrates 290 Graduates of Specializations Program

10 Sept 202629 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Arab AI Scene

10 Sept 202629 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

KAUST Celebrates 290 Graduates of Specializations Program

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) celebrated the graduation of 290 students from its Specializations Program, aimed at developing Saudi talent in scientific and technological fields of national priority. The program covers five core specializations: artificial intelligence, bioinformatics, cybersecurity, renewable energy, and water sustainability. It attracted significant interest across the Kingdom, with 23,995 applicants, of whom 5,065 progressed to the placement test, 2,473 enrolled in the Introduction Course, and 1,176 qualified for the Advanced Course.

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Arab AI Scene

Egyptian startup releases three open-source Arabic models

9 Oct 202628 Rabiʻ II 1448 AH

Arab AI Scene

9 Oct 202628 Rabiʻ II 1448 AH

Egyptian startup releases three open-source Arabic models

Alexandria-based startup Racore XYZ has launched three open-source models for Arabic business workflows: VEJI-V2, Wasl-1, and Siyaq-1. The first model, VEJI-V2, is a decision-support model with about 3.28 million trainable parameters, achieving an accuracy of 82.95% on a 522-question test subset. The second model, Wasl-1, targets cash-on-delivery orders in Egypt, while the third model, Siyaq-1, is designed to convert event streams into structured data. Racore focuses on small footprint models suitable for companies that cannot afford powerful AI servers.

Governance

Anthropic Updates Policy to Protect AI Model Claude

9 Oct 202628 Rabiʻ II 1448 AH

Governance

9 Oct 202628 Rabiʻ II 1448 AH

Anthropic Updates Policy to Protect AI Model Claude

On Thursday, Anthropic announced an update to its policy prohibiting abusive behavior towards its AI model, Claude. The new policy allows Claude to terminate abusive interactions, reflecting the philosophical debate about the potential consciousness of AI. This move comes amid growing discussions about the concept of "model welfare," which considers the possibility of granting AI systems rights similar to those of living beings. While Anthropic executives have publicly discussed this idea, it is not explicitly mentioned in the updated policy.

Arab AI Scene

World Bank Praises Saudi Arabia’s Experience in Data Governance and AI Development

9 Oct 202628 Rabiʻ II 1448 AH

Arab AI Scene

9 Oct 202628 Rabiʻ II 1448 AH

World Bank Praises Saudi Arabia’s Experience in Data Governance and AI Development

The World Bank commended the Kingdom's progress in building a national data and AI ecosystem, represented by the Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA). It regarded the Saudi experience as a benchmark for developing institutional models for data and AI governance, highlighting the role of institutional integration and national support in accelerating capacity building in this field. The World Bank dedicated a standalone case study to SDAIA's experience, examining the authority's role in governing the national data ecosystem and accelerating the adoption of AI technologies. The report noted the Kingdom's progress in adopting AI technologies, with an adoption rate among Saudi enterprises reaching approximately 28% in 2024, surpassing the average recorded by OECD countries.

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Agents

openJiuwen Open-Sources an Enterprise AgentOS for Agent Swarms, Sandboxes and Multi-Tenant Control

9 Oct 202628 Rabiʻ II 1448 AH

Agents

9 Oct 202628 Rabiʻ II 1448 AH

openJiuwen Open-Sources an Enterprise AgentOS for Agent Swarms, Sandboxes and Multi-Tenant Control

Huawei, in collaboration with its 2012 Laboratories and Cloud teams, has launched the open-source AgentOS for intelligent agents. This project aims to bridge the gap between agent demonstrations and production use, addressing challenges like long task chains and agent coordination. The system includes four main components, such as a distributed runtime and work and coding agents.

Business

OpenAI Lowers Annual Revenue Estimates to $50 Billion

9 Oct 202628 Rabiʻ II 1448 AH

Business

9 Oct 202628 Rabiʻ II 1448 AH

OpenAI Lowers Annual Revenue Estimates to $50 Billion

OpenAI informed investors that its estimated annual revenue is nearing $50 billion, a decrease from the previously indicated $70 billion. This discrepancy arises from attempts to make direct comparisons with competitor Anthropic, which calculates revenues differently. Unlike Anthropic, OpenAI does not include revenues from cloud computing partners like Amazon and Google.

Arab AI Scene

SDAIA Offers Scholarships for Data Technologies and AI Studies at World's Top 50 Universities

7 Oct 202626 Rabiʻ II 1448 AH

Arab AI Scene

7 Oct 202626 Rabiʻ II 1448 AH

SDAIA Offers Scholarships for Data Technologies and AI Studies at World's Top 50 Universities

The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA), in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, has announced the opening of registration for the fourth cohort of the AI scholarship program. This initiative targets Saudi male and female students to study technology, data science, and artificial intelligence disciplines at universities ranked among the world's top 50, at the bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels. The fields of study include AI, data science, robotics, machine learning, computer vision, natural language processing, big data, smart cities, generative AI, and information security in AI. The program aims to enhance Saudi Arabia's position in this field and support qualified national talent to compete globally.

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