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30 Aug 202618 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

LEAP 2026 Conference in Riyadh Unites Tech Leaders and Investors

Riyadh is set to host the fifth edition of the LEAP 2026 Conference tomorrow, bringing together top technology leaders, investors, founders, and innovators from around the globe for four days of major announcements and interactive experiences. Since its inception in 2022, the LEAP Conference has evolved into one of the world's premier technology gatherings, focusing on innovations and modern technologies that enhance the future of the industry.

Agents

30 Aug 202618 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Caterpillar is bringing to AI deployment what it learned from automating mining

Caterpillar has announced the deployment of AI technologies at remote mining sites, leveraging decades of experience in operating autonomous machines. This initiative aims to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs, representing a significant evolution in mining site management. Through this move, Caterpillar seeks to improve performance and increase productivity, which could positively impact the global mining market.

Arab AI Scene

30 Aug 202618 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Salam named strategic sponsor of LEAP 2026, unveils Connectivity+ solutions

Salam Telecom Company has announced its strategic sponsorship of LEAP 2026, scheduled from August 31 to September 3 at the Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Center. The company will showcase a range of digital infrastructure solutions powered by AI and cloud technology under the theme "Powering What’s Next." Salam's Connectivity+ strategy integrates core telecommunications infrastructure with industry-specific digital solutions, demonstrating the company's commitment to supporting digital transformation in Saudi Arabia. CEO Eng. Ahmed Al Anqari stated that this sponsorship marks a pivotal moment in the company's evolution.

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NetApp platform unveils AI-ready data, unified storage, proactive protection and complete control at LEAP 2026

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Governance

Sony Music, Warner accuse Anthropic of ‘blatant theft’ in major new lawsuit

30 Aug 202618 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Governance

30 Aug 202618 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Sony Music, Warner accuse Anthropic of ‘blatant theft’ in major new lawsuit

Some of the largest music publishers globally have filed a new lawsuit against Anthropic, accusing the AI company of committing "one of the largest and most blatant ongoing thefts of intellectual property in history." This lawsuit adds to the legal challenges Anthropic faces as it aims for a potential blockbuster initial public offering, reflecting the increasing pressures on the AI industry regarding the use of proprietary materials for training its models.

Agents

AI agents have no sense of time and are not aware of it

30 Aug 202618 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Agents

30 Aug 202618 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

AI agents have no sense of time and are not aware of it

A new study reveals that coding assistants like Claude Code and Codex significantly overestimate task durations. Codex can be off by as much as ten times the actual time required. Additionally, both systems rate their own performance about 20 percentage points too high. The findings indicate a lack of temporal awareness in these systems, leading to real challenges in overseeing long, autonomous tasks. This inaccuracy can impact the effectiveness of using these tools in larger projects, highlighting the need for improvements in their performance.

Business

Deloitte Middle East Returns to LEAP 2026 with Innovative Program

30 Aug 202618 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Business

30 Aug 202618 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Deloitte Middle East Returns to LEAP 2026 with Innovative Program

Deloitte Middle East is returning to the LEAP 2026 conference for the fourth consecutive year, presenting a program focused on the application of artificial intelligence in organizations. The program aims to assist institutions in transitioning from trial phases to widespread implementation, emphasizing measurable value. Organizations in the Middle East face multiple challenges in AI application, necessitating enhanced operational resilience and trust-building. The program includes strategies to improve performance and increase efficiency through AI technologies.

Business

Challenges of AI Spending: Who Will Foot the Bill?

29 Aug 202617 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Business

29 Aug 202617 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Challenges of AI Spending: Who Will Foot the Bill?

Despite the ongoing AI boom, Nvidia's data indicates revenues surpassed $100 billion in the middle of the fiscal year. Hyperscaler companies are investing hundreds of billions to build AI data centers, boosting Nvidia's growth, but questions arise about the source of these funds. Many popular AI tools remain free to use, with Statista data showing users prefer free chatbots over paid versions, raising questions about willingness to pay.

Business

AI-generated videos are already displacing actors and livestreamers across China's entertainment industry

29 Aug 202617 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Business

29 Aug 202617 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

AI-generated videos are already displacing actors and livestreamers across China's entertainment industry

In China, 95% of the 128,000 short dramas released in Q1 2026 were AI-generated. The Financial Times reports that some actors are being forced to hand over their voice and likeness to AI tools before being fired. AI-related labor disputes are rising rapidly, raising concerns among workers in the entertainment industry. This swift shift towards AI-generated content is fundamentally altering the industry landscape, with actors and livestreamers being displaced.

Infrastructure

Nvidia’s AI advantage is moving beyond the GPU

29 Aug 202617 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Infrastructure

29 Aug 202617 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Nvidia’s AI advantage is moving beyond the GPU

New data center systems are enhancing efficiency by implementing smart traffic control rather than solely relying on increased processor cycles. These systems utilize advanced techniques to direct data traffic more effectively, resulting in reduced waste and faster processing speeds. This shift marks a transformation in data center design, emphasizing artificial intelligence to optimize performance. This development presents a significant opportunity for technology executives, potentially leading to lower operational costs and increased competitiveness in the market. It also fosters innovation in the design of future data centers.