Motorola Solutions Puts Enterprise Intelligence and Resilience in Focus at ISC West 2026

Editorial March 25, 2026

Motorola Solutions used ISC West 2026 to highlight a broader push beyond traditional surveillance, positioning AI-powered security systems as tools for operational resilience, automated response and compliance support across sectors such as healthcare, retail, government and education Motorola

Check Point Launches Secure AI Advisory Service to Guide Secure Enterprise AI Adoption

Editorial March 6, 2026

Enterprises across the Middle East and globally are accelerating the adoption of artificial intelligence, but many organizations are discovering that deploying AI at scale requires more than technical capability. Governance, risk management and regulatory compliance are becoming critical components of any successful AI strategy. In response to these challenges, Check Point

G42 Releases Nanda 87B, Opening New Frontiers in Hindi-English Language AI

Editorial December 21, 2025

G42, the Abu Dhabi-based global technology group, today announced a major upgrade to Llama-3-Nanda, or NANDA for short, its open-source Hindi-English large language model (LLM). Developed by Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) in collaboration with Inception, a G42 company, and Cerebras, makers of the world’s fastest AI inference, NANDA now

HUMAIN Expands Strategic Partnership with NVIDIA, Advancing Global AI Infrastructure with, xAI, Global AI, and AWS at the U.S.-Saudi Investment Forum

Editorial November 21, 2025

HUMAIN, a PIF company delivering global full-stack artificial intelligence solutions, announced an expanded strategic partnership with NVIDIA, with plans to deploy up to 600,000 of NVIDIA’s latest AI infrastructure technologies over the next three years, including NVIDIA GB300 platforms. In addition to establishing NVIDIA-powered data centers in Saudi Arabia, HUMAIN is

Electronic Passport Gates Facilitate Traveler Entry at Major Saudi Airports

Editorial March 11, 2025

Source: SPA The Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA) is driving Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation across various sectors through data and artificial intelligence, exemplified by its implementation of electronic passport gates at the Kingdom’s airports. In partnership with the General Directorate of Passports and Matarat Holding, SDAIA has deployed 152

SDAIA Launches Smart Cities Bootcamp to Address Urban Challenges and Enhance Quality of Life in KSA

Editorial February 18, 2025

Source: SPA The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) inaugurated today the Smart Cities Bootcamp at King Saud University, aiming to empower participants with the knowledge and skills to apply data and artificial intelligence (AI) in urban development. The program focuses on equipping national talents with expertise in smart city technologies, including

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman Seeks Funding in UAE Amidst Global Expansion Efforts

Editorial February 6, 2025

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman plans to visit the United Arab Emirates this week to engage in discussions with Abu Dhabi investment group MGX, as reported by Reuters. This visit is part of OpenAI’s strategic efforts to raise $40 billion to support its ambitious model development and infrastructure plan, Stargate. The move comes at a time […]

Motorola to Acquire AI Communications Software Business

Editorial January 15, 2025

Motorola Solutions has agreed to acquire Theatro Labs, Inc., a Texas-based company specializing in AI and voice-powered communication software for frontline workers. Theatro’s software-as-a-service platform enhances productivity and safety by providing real-time information through a wearable device. Workers can use its AI voice assistant to assist customers, check

Saudi Arabia Shows Leadership in AI Ethics with Online Self-Assessment Tool

Editorial December 17, 2024

Source: SPA With the launch of its cutting-edge self-assessment tool to evaluate ethical compliance in AI development, the Saudi Data & AI Authority (SDAIA) is demonstrating the Kingdom’s commitment to leading the development of safe and ethical AI technologies. Available through the National Data Governance Platform, this comprehensive solution helps

AI-Driven, All-Weather, Always On: Our SURICATE Is a Game-Changer in MENA

Editorial November 27, 2024

In a conversation with a&s Middle East, Walid Lahoud, MENA Regional Sales Director at ATERMES, reveals how the AI-driven, all-weather SURICATE Smart Surveillance System is setting new standards in MENA security through advanced threat detection and adaptability to challenging environments. By: Orhan Hadžagić E-mail: orhan.hadzagic@asmideast.com a&s Middle East: