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19 May 20263 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

The last six months in LLMs in five minutes

At PyCon US 2026, a lightning talk summarized the last six months of developments in large language models (LLMs). This period is significant due to what is termed the November 2025 inflection point, which was crucial for coding advancements. During this time, the 'best' model changed hands five times among companies like Anthropic, OpenAI, and Google, highlighting intense market competition. The talk emphasized how these shifts impact software development and industry standards.

Business

19 May 20263 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

The Kingdom Signs an Agreement with the World Economic Forum to Accelerate Industrial Transformation

Saudi Arabia has solidified its role as a global industrial leader by signing a cooperation agreement with the World Economic Forum. This agreement aims to develop a scalable model for industrial transformation, enhancing the Kingdom's position as a regional hub. The focus is on accelerating industrial transformation and promoting technology adoption through a digital toolkit. It underscores Saudi Arabia's commitment to adopting international best practices in industrial transformation and its role in the Lighthouse Operating System.

Infrastructure

19 May 20263 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Port of NEOM Strengthens Role in Global Supply Chain Connectivity

The Port of NEOM has reached a significant milestone with the arrival of Saudi Arabia's first fully automated, remote-controlled Ship-To-Shore and Electric Rubber-Tyred Gantry cranes. This advancement supports its goal of becoming a global hub for smart, sustainable trade. Strategically located on the Red Sea, the port serves as a critical gateway on the East-West trade route. The new cranes will enhance the port's automation strategy, enabling high-efficiency operations and a future-ready workforce model.

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NEOM AND THE NATIONAL TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM PARTNERSHIP

What impact could this partnership have on Saudi Arabia's innovation landscape?

Arab AI Scene

NEOM Tech & Digital Company steps into the future as ‘Tonomus’

19 May 20263 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Arab AI Scene

19 May 20263 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

NEOM Tech & Digital Company steps into the future as ‘Tonomus’

NEOM Tech & Digital Company has rebranded as Tonomus on September 27, 2022, marking a significant step in its evolution as a cognitive multinational conglomerate. This change emphasizes Tonomus' commitment to developing cognitive technologies that support entrepreneurship in Saudi Arabia. Founded in 2021, Tonomus is headquartered in NEOM and focuses on building a cognitive foundation for flagship projects like THE LINE, Oxagon, and Trojena. The rebranding reflects a strategic shift towards enhancing its role in driving innovation and economic diversification.

Arab AI Scene

Communications Minister Meets with International Leaders to Advance Saudi Role in AI Era | Ministry of Communications and Information Technology

19 May 20263 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Arab AI Scene

19 May 20263 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Communications Minister Meets with International Leaders to Advance Saudi Role in AI Era | Ministry of Communications and Information Technology

During his official visit to Switzerland on September 7, 2025, Minister of Communications and Information Technology Abdullah Alswaha held high-level meetings to strengthen Saudi Arabia's global role in promoting inclusivity in artificial intelligence (AI) and digital economy development. The meetings included discussions with the UN International Telecommunication Union Secretary-General, focusing on enhancing international cooperation in innovation and technology. Strategies for ensuring that all nations benefit from AI advancements were also addressed.

Business

US Court Dismisses Elon Musk's Lawsuit Against OpenAI Founders

18 May 20262 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Business

18 May 20262 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

US Court Dismisses Elon Musk's Lawsuit Against OpenAI Founders

A US court has concluded a significant dispute in the AI sector by dismissing Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI founders. This ruling provides crucial legal support for OpenAI as it transitions to a profit-driven model backed by substantial investments from Microsoft. The legal victory for founders Sam Altman and Greg Brockman underscores their strong position against legal challenges. It also enhances OpenAI's ability to continue developing its technologies amid increasing market competition.

Infrastructure

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang at Dell Technologies World: ‘Demand Is Going Parabolic, Utterly Parabolic’

18 May 20262 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Infrastructure

18 May 20262 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang at Dell Technologies World: ‘Demand Is Going Parabolic, Utterly Parabolic’

Dell has announced a new AI infrastructure based on the NVIDIA Vera Rubin NVL72 processor, reducing inference costs to one-tenth per token. These systems accelerate data query operations by up to 300%, reflecting a significant productivity shift for companies like Lilly and Samsung. Dell anticipates that global AI infrastructure spending could reach $3-4 trillion by 2030, with token consumption projected to grow by 3,400% in the same timeframe. Michael Dell emphasized a massive investment boom in AI, accelerating change within companies.

Agents

Google Updates Usage Limits for AI Robot Gemini

18 May 20262 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Agents

18 May 20262 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Google Updates Usage Limits for AI Robot Gemini

Google has revised the usage limits for its AI robot, Gemini, shifting from a fixed daily request system to a model based on actual computational power utilized. The new limits are determined by several factors, including the complexity of user requests, the length of conversations, and the type of available features. This change reflects Google's aim to enhance user experience by allocating resources more effectively, potentially resulting in varied limits for users based on their interaction with the robot, improving overall performance and offering a more personalized experience.

Arab AI Scene

Vera Arrives: NVIDIA’s First CPU Built for Agents Lands at Top AI Labs

18 May 20262 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Arab AI Scene

18 May 20262 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Vera Arrives: NVIDIA’s First CPU Built for Agents Lands at Top AI Labs

A leading technology company has launched a new language model supporting Arabic, enhancing innovation in artificial intelligence. The model, named "Noor," features improved text processing accuracy and efficiency. This launch comes amid rising demand for AI technologies in the Arab world, with many companies seeking to enhance their services through AI. The "Noor" model employs advanced techniques such as deep learning and neural networks to boost performance. This development is a significant step towards promoting the use of Arabic in smart applications, opening new avenues for innovation in fields like education and healthcare.