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3 Sept 202622 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

OmniOps, HPE sign sovereign AI deal

OmniOps, a Saudi AI infrastructure company, has signed a memorandum of understanding with HPE at LEAP 2026 to develop sovereign AI solutions. This deal combines HPE's locally manufactured infrastructure with OmniOps' Saudi-developed AI platforms, enhancing HPE's Saudi Made, Developed & Deployed initiative.

Business

3 Sept 202622 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Anthropic ramps up Claude infrastructure with $35 billion Lambda deal

Anthropic has announced a significant cloud computing deal worth $35 billion with Lambda, an Nvidia-backed provider. This agreement is part of Anthropic's efforts to enhance its Claude infrastructure, highlighting the critical role of cloud computing in AI model development. The deal represents a strategic move that strengthens Anthropic's competitive position in the AI market, providing access to advanced computing resources to support its future projects.

Agents

3 Sept 202622 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Fullive.ai’s AI Bedside Sleep Device Somni Backs a Bet on ‘Response Learning’

Fullive.ai, an AI hardware startup, has completed three funding rounds in less than a year, with Hillhouse Capital participating in all. Its first product, Somni, targets high-stress knowledge workers and employs advanced technologies like millimeter-wave radar and a microphone array to monitor environmental conditions. Somni tracks breathing, heart rate, and body movement, using sound, light, and scent to help users fall asleep faster and wake naturally. Founder Zheng Hao describes the device as a closed-loop response learning system that adapts to users' physiological feedback.

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Veeam advances trusted data resilience for AI era

How can organizations ensure data security while scaling AI initiatives?

Business

Chinese chipmaker Enflame 4,073 times oversubscribed in Shanghai IPO amid Nvidia race

3 Sept 202622 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Business

3 Sept 202622 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Chinese chipmaker Enflame 4,073 times oversubscribed in Shanghai IPO amid Nvidia race

Enflame Technology, backed by Tencent, launched its initial public offering in China's tech-heavy Star Market, valued at 6.12 billion yuan. The company experienced significant investor interest, with the retail portion of the IPO oversubscribed by 4,073 times, indicating a growing appetite for local alternatives to Nvidia. This IPO signals a shift in the market towards supporting local tech firms, which could reshape competitive dynamics in China's semiconductor industry.

Models

[AINews] Muse Spark 1.3 matches GPT-5.6-Sol, confirming Meta Superintelligence as the newest Frontier Lab, >90% discount for training

3 Sept 202622 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Models

3 Sept 202622 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

[AINews] Muse Spark 1.3 matches GPT-5.6-Sol, confirming Meta Superintelligence as the newest Frontier Lab, >90% discount for training

Muse Spark 1.3 has been launched and is now recognized as the third-best AI model globally, showcasing significant performance advancements. The model demonstrates competitive numbers compared to leading models from OpenAI and Anthropic, solidifying its market position. Additionally, Muse Spark 1.3 promises open weights and features an attractive pricing model that reduces costs by over 90% when opting into training.

Business

Mainland Chinese investors buy Hong Kong tech stocks in AI pivot, sell financials

3 Sept 202622 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Business

3 Sept 202622 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Mainland Chinese investors buy Hong Kong tech stocks in AI pivot, sell financials

Chinese mainland investors made a significant shift towards artificial intelligence stocks in Hong Kong during August, pulling out of traditional industries. They took advantage of a market dip to boost their bets on cutting-edge technology, with MiniMax Group, an AI model developer, logging net buying of HK$10.1 billion. This shift reflects a growing interest in AI, which could impact investment strategies in the Arab market and highlights the importance of innovation in driving economic growth.

Business

Meta Pushes Its New AI Agent on Employees—but Eases Off on Tokenmaxxing

3 Sept 202622 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Business

3 Sept 202622 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Meta Pushes Its New AI Agent on Employees—but Eases Off on Tokenmaxxing

The company is reducing pressure on its employees to use artificial intelligence tools, reflecting a shift in its strategy. It encourages staff to experiment with Hatch, its most advanced AI project, which serves as an innovative platform enhancing AI capabilities. This initiative aims to foster a culture of exploration and creativity within the workforce. This move is significant for promoting innovation, allowing employees to explore new tools without pressure, potentially leading to improved productivity and creativity in their work.

Arab AI Scene

New Investments in AI Announced at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh

3 Sept 202622 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Arab AI Scene

3 Sept 202622 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

New Investments in AI Announced at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh

The third day of the LEAP 2026 conference in Riyadh saw the announcement of new investments and expansions in the Kingdom's tech ecosystem, including projects for digital infrastructure, data centers, and specialized AI funds, reflecting growing investor confidence in the Saudi digital economy. NHC Innovation announced the “Khuzaam Digital Valley” data center project, with total investments amounting to 3.3 billion Saudi Riyals. This initiative is part of the Kingdom's efforts to enhance its digital infrastructure and reflects the shift towards developing AI technologies in the region.

Arab AI Scene

HUMAIN and Microsoft Launch New AI Solutions at LEAP 2026

3 Sept 202622 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Arab AI Scene

3 Sept 202622 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

HUMAIN and Microsoft Launch New AI Solutions at LEAP 2026

HUMAIN, a company specializing in AI development, announced an expansion of its collaboration with Microsoft during the LEAP 2026 conference in Riyadh. This partnership includes the launch of the HUMAIN ONE platform within the Microsoft 365 ecosystem, showcasing both companies' commitment to delivering innovative solutions for enterprises. The new solutions feature AI-powered computers, enabling organizations to enhance efficiency and boost productivity. The partnership aims to improve user experience by integrating AI technologies into workplace environments.